The conversation around Malique Ewin’s possible move to Kansas University’s basketball program has gained traction after the player expressed interest in joining the Jayhawks. In his lone season with Arkansas he posted 9.8 points per game and pulled down 5.7 rebounds, numbers that have caught the eye of KU scouts.
Roster Dynamics and Coaching Outlook
Eligibility, however, remains a stumbling block. The NCAA’s fifth‑year rule would be required for Ewin to extend his collegiate career, and the likelihood of that approval appears slim.
Kansas currently carries 13 scholarship players and still has two roster openings, a situation that could reshape the team’s depth chart heading into the next campaign.
Past waiver attempts add another layer of complexity. Former KU guard Melvin Council previously pursued a fifth‑year exemption that was ultimately denied, and the university’s inability to match the $5.5 million raised for Flory Bidunga highlights financial limits. Additionally, the athletic staff remains uneasy about the Brendan Sorsby episode, though a full boycott appears unlikely.
Head coach Bill Self continues to steer the program, and the return of offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki is viewed as a stabilizing force for the offense.
On the football side, analysts point to running back Dylan Edwards as a potential breakout star, while freshman Kory Amachree is being compared to All‑Pro backs. Leroy Harris has shown promise in practice and could become a key contributor, and the incoming freshmen Taylen Kinney and Tyran Stokes are expected to play pivotal roles.
Despite these positives, forecasts suggest the football team will likely win no more than seven games this fall, reflecting both a tough schedule and the developmental nature of the roster.