The Todd Reesing Show and Much, Much More

Quick Shots From Big Monday

Mark Mangino must have a special ceremony planned or something. He wouldn't officially say it, but he pretty much said it. Todd Reesing worked with the first team while Kerry Meier worked with the number two offense. Mangino is becoming quite a showman:

“I’ll put it to you like this: (Reesing) has been extremely productive,” Mangino said. “He has taken control of things. I don’t want to use any terms, but I would say that, probably, we’re pretty close to making a decision on the quarterback situation. It’s not far off.”
Source: Kansas City Star

The Cornerback Battle

True freshman Chris Harris appears to be a real contender for starting corner in the absence of Kendrick Harper. From Ryan Wood's notebook:

“At first I was trying to play to get in that top three to be in that nickel (defense),” Harris said. “When Kendrick went down, it was, ‘Oh no, I’ve got to play to start now.’”

This one really surprises me. With the experience last year, I really thought Anthony Webb would take this spot. Losing the job to Harper is one thing, but losing it to a true freshman is a little different.

Aqib Gets Love From San Antonio

Burnt Orange Nation tipped everyone off to this San Antonio Express-News Tim Griffin rundown on the Big 12. Griffin's comments on Aqib Talib: 

"Kansas cornerback Aqib Talib's nation-leading 28 passes defended last season might be one of the most incredible statistical numbers compiled in recent seasons. Talib led the nation with 22 passes broken up - four more than his closest challenger - and also added six interceptions. Talib's numbers are even more amazing considering he was suspended for the Jayhawks' first two games of the season and the Jayhawks didn't play in a bowl game. The top three contenders all had three or four more games than he did. Imagine what Talib might be able to accomplish this season if he can  maintain his eligibility."

Arkansas Wideout Considers Transfer to KU

http://www2.kusports.com/news/2007/aug/14/ryan_woods_ku_football_notebook/?football

Andrew Norman, a 6-foot-2 wide receiver from Springdale, Ark., is expected to choose between two schools in the next couple of days, according to the Morning News of Northwest Arkansas.

Robert Norman, Andrew’s father, did not return a phone call seeking comment. But he told the Morning News, “It’s either Kansas or Tulsa. There were some other schools that called, too, but it’s basically either Kansas or Tulsa. It should be determined no later than Wednesday.”

Kansas or Tulsa. Big 12 vs Conference USA. I never understand how this is a tough decision.