Joshua Schulman

Joshua Schulman

Joined: May 9, 2025

A lifelong Kansas basketball and football fan, Josh recently graduated from The College of New Jersey, majoring in Communications and minoring in Journalism. Josh has over 1,500 published articles on KU athletics across Kansas on SI and FanSided's Through the Phog, with additional work at Indiana on SI, Notre Dame on SI, and Pro Football Network. Josh looks to provide a fan's perspective in his writing for the school he has loved since he was a kid. KC Sports Network is the premier destination for Kansas City sports fans with podcasts, YouTube and social media content. Stay connected with the latest news and analysis by following KCSN on all social media platforms.

Mar 20, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) looks on in the first half against the California Baptist Lancers during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Jan 28, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self gestures to players against the UCF Knights during the first half at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Nov 4, 2024; Clemson, SC, USA; Clemson center Christian Reeves (14) warms up before tipoff at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, S.C Monday, November 4, 2024. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Feb 19, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Elliot Cadeau (3) shoots as North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Dennis Parker Jr. (11) defends in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Kansas redshirt junior quarterback Cole Ballard (15) and Isaiah Marshall (8) watch during spring football practice Thursday, Mar. 26, 2026 in Lawrence, Kansas.

Football

The position battle between Isaiah Marshall and Cole Ballard under center could determine KU football's success in 2026.

Jan 10, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the jersey of Kansas State Wildcats guard Abdi Bashir Jr. (1) against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the second half at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Basketball

Landing a commitment from K-State transfer Abdi Bashir Jr. would nearly cap off Bill Self and Kansas' 2026 offseason.

Jan 13, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Basketball

Kansas is one of the schools to watch in the recruitment of Malachi Jordan, a top-ranked forward in the Class of 2027.

Jan 31, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the first half against the BYU Cougars at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Basketball

This analyst is not fond of how Bill Self and Kansas have approached the 2026 offseason despite the program's multiple impact moves.

Mar 30, 2026; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Tyran Stokes during the McDonalds All American Jam Fest at Millennium High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Basketball

Kansas commit Tyran Stokes maintained his standing as the No. 1 player in the country in the final edition of the Rivals150.

Mar 7, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self questions a call by the official during the second half against the Kansas State Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

Basketball

These are the biggest strengths of each transfer portal addition the Kansas basketball program has made this offseason.

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Lance Leipold against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Lance Leipold and Kansas earned a commitment from one of the top running backs in the Class of 2027 on Sunday.

Dec 14, 2024; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the second half against the North Caroline State Wolfpack at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Basketball

Here are three transfers Bill Self and Kansas could add to the 2026-27 roster to bolster the Jayhawks' bench.

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Melvin Council Jr. (14) guards an inbound during the second half against the TCU Horned Frogs at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Former Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr. has an opportunity to make a name for himself at the NBA G League Combine.

Iowa Hawkeyes guard Josh Dix (4) drives toward the baseline as New Orleans Privateers guard James White (5) defends Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.

Bill Self and Kansas have reportedly reached out to a prolific scoring transfer who was implicated in an investigation into sports gambling last year.

Mar 31, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Tyran Stokes (4) controls the ball against Bruce Branch III (3) during the McDonalds All American Boys Game at Desert Diamond Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

According to the college basketball analytics website Evan Miya, these will be Kansas' five most impactful players in the 2026-27 season.

Clemson center Christian Reeves (14) saves a ball near Georgia Tech forward Baye Ndongo (11) during the first half at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, S.C. Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

Bill Self talked about what he likes about Charleston transfer Christian Reeves, who is likely Kansas' next starting center.