Jalon Daniels is a college football quarterback for the Kansas Jayhawks, as of 2024. Daniels began his college career in 2020, starting six games during a difficult season where Kansas finished without a win (0-9). Despite the team's struggles, Daniels completed 76 of 152 passes for 718 yards, with one touchdown and four interceptions. The following year, he became the starter following Jason Bean's injury. During his tenure as a starter, averaging nearly 38 points per game compared to just over 15 points in previous seasons. In 2022, Daniels led Kansas to a strong start and earned recognition as a potential Heisman Trophy candidate. He threw for a record-setting 544 yards in a Liberty Bowl game against Arkansas. However, a shoulder injury sidelined him for several games in both 2022 and 2023.
As of the 2024 season, Jalon Daniels was selected as the Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year and named to several prestigious watch lists. As of November 2024, he has accumulated 1,521 passing yards with 11 touchdowns and nine interceptions over eight games. In a recent game against No. 16 Colorado on November 24, 2024, Daniels delivered an outstanding performance that helped secure a victory for Kansas. He completed 14 of 21 passes for 189 yards and rushed for an additional 72 yards.
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Jalon Daniels’ Endorsements
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