Kansas football stunned No. 17 Iowa State with a 45-36 victory in Kansas City on Saturday in an incredible upset. Despite entering the game with a 2-6 record, the Jayhawks (3-6) held on and withstood a late rally from the Cyclones (7-2) to claim the victory.

The Jayhawks took control early, scoring two touchdowns in the first quarter to lead 14-7. By halftime, Kansas had built a commanding 31-13 lead, thanks to a field goal and a pair of touchdowns in the second quarter. In the third, Kansas extended its lead to 38-13 on a 10-yard rushing touchdown.

Iowa State rebounded in the fourth quarter, with a quick touchdown drive that cut the lead to 38-28. But Kansas responded with a key interception return for a touchdown, cutting the lead to 45-28 with just under six minutes remaining.

Iowa State answered with another touchdown and a two-point conversion, making the score 45-36 with 2:41 remaining. But the Jayhawks’ defense held strong and ran out the clock to seal the victory and secure one of the biggest victories in recent program history.

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