Location: Porter Family Stadium; Highland Countdown to Kickoff: 12:30 p.m. Kickoff: 1 p.m. Station(s): KHUT-FM (102.9) Play-by-Play: Sean Boston; Analyst:&nbsp;

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 </figure>No. 1 Hutchinson CC at HighlandLocation: Porter Family Stadium; Highland Countdown to Kickoff: 12:30 p.m. Kickoff: 1 p.m. Station(s): KHUT-FM (102.9) Play-by-Play: Sean Boston; Analyst:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN LIVE</a>

🎧🏈 LISTEN LIVE: No. 1 HutchCC at Highland

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 </figure><a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/tournament/info/Football/State/1/1">CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIAL BRACKETS FROM THE KSHSAA</a><div><h2 data-start="427" data-end="458">CLASS 6A &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Olathe Northwest (8-3) 34, Olathe West (9-2) 21 Gardner-Edgerton (9-2) 49, Shawnee Mission Northwest (7-4) 42 Manhattan (9-2) 55, Maize (10-1) 31 Derby (8-3) 63, Wichita Northwest (9-2) 21
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<h2 data-start="694" data-end="725">CLASS 5A &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Basehor-Linwood (11-0) 31, Leavenworth (9-2) 7 St. James Academy (10-1) 45, Mill Valley (8-3) 41 Great Bend (11-0) 29, Hays (8-3) 22 Salina Central (10-1) 49, Salina South (3-8) 24
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<h2 data-start="953" data-end="984">CLASS 4A &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Bishop Miege (6-5) 52, Eudora (9-2) 21 Labette County (9-2) 28, Ottawa (7-4) 14 Kapaun Mt. Carmel (10-1) 64, Wellington (8-3) 0 Wamego (9-2) 21, Augusta (5-6) 14
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<h2 data-start="1193" data-end="1224">CLASS 3A &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Topeka Hayden (11-0) 43, Jefferson West (8-3) 29 Santa Fe Trail (11-0) 28, Holton (6-5) 26 Andale (11-0) 57, Pratt (9-2) 7 Rock Creek (11-0) 14, Cheney (7-4) 7
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<h2 data-start="1431" data-end="1462">CLASS 2A &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Nemaha Central (11-0) 21, Sabetha (9-2) 20 Osage City (10-1) 46, Caney Valley (9-2) 14 Southeast of Saline (11-0) 48, Phillipsburg (7-4) 6 Hoisington (10-0) 36, Garden Plain (9-2) 7
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<h2 data-start="1691" data-end="1736">CLASS 1A &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Rossville (10-1) 27, St. Mary&rsquo;s Colgan (10-1) 20 Jackson Heights (11-0) 21, Riverside (8-3) 14 Sterling (11-0) 44, Hutchinson Trinity Catholic (8-3) 42 Smith Center (11-0) 22, Moundridge (8-3) 14
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<h2 data-start="2055" data-end="2094">8-MAN DIVISION I &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Sylvan-Lucas (10-1) 50, Little River (9-2) 44 Lincoln (10-1) 46, Ell-Saline (9-2) 44 South Central (10-0) 36, Wichita County (8-3) 28 Hill City (10-1) 58, WaKeeney-Trego (10-1) 36
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<h2 data-start="2321" data-end="2361">8-MAN DIVISION II &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Axtell (10-1) 60, Frankfort (6-5) 14 Hanover (11-0) 50, Linn (7-4) 0 Victoria (10-0) 36, Hutchinson Central Christian (10-1) 22 Hodgeman County (10-1) 34, Wallace County (10-1) 28
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<h2 data-start="2588" data-end="2616">6-MAN &ndash; Quarterfinals</h2>
Tescott (9-2) 52, Peabody-Burns (8-3) 30 Cunningham (10-1) 46, Otis-Bison (5-6) 0 South Barber (10-1) 45, Pawnee Heights (6-5) 0 Weskan (10-1) 60, Ingalls (9-2) 26</div>

🏈 KSHSAA state quarterfinal scoreboard

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HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Behind career nights from KaMyra Barber and Kaia Smith, the Hutchinson Community College women’s basketball team rolled to an 86-68 victory over Murray State College on Friday at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.

The Blue Dragons improved to 4-1, while Murray State dropped to 3-2.

Barber delivered a career-high 23 points, going 9 of 18 from the floor and 5 of 5 at the free-throw line, while adding seven rebounds and five assists. Smith added her own career best with 14 points off the bench.

Noelle Anthon added 15 points on 5 of 7 shooting, including two 3-pointers, and grabbed six rebounds.

Hutchinson set the tone early with a 21-14 first-quarter lead and only trailed for a total of eight seconds the entire game. The Blue Dragons shot 49.3% from the field and assisted on 19 of 33 made baskets. Jaden Wilson added nine points and eight rebounds off the bench.

Murray State’s Jordyn McNeal kept the Aggies within reach, scoring a game-high 22 points and going 11 of 14 at the free-throw line. Emily Steven scored 17, while Aniah Richard added 12.

Hutchinson will close the Hutch Women's Classic on Saturday when it hosts Otero at 4 p.m. in the Sports Arena.

<figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/boxscores/20251114_ngee.xml?view=boxscore">BOX SCORE</a>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Behind career nights from KaMyra Barber and Kaia Smith, the Hutchinson Community College women’s basketball team rolled to an 86-68 victory over Murray State College on Friday at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.The Blue Dragons improved to 4-1, while Murray State dropped to 3-2.Barber delivered a career-high 23 points, going 9 of 18 from the floor and 5 of 5 at the free-throw line, while adding seven rebounds and five assists. Smith added her own career best with 14 points off the bench.Noelle Anthon added 15 points on 5 of 7 shooting, including two 3-pointers, and grabbed six rebounds.Hutchinson set the tone early with a 21-14 first-quarter lead and only trailed for a total of eight seconds the entire game. The Blue Dragons shot 49.3% from the field and assisted on 19 of 33 made baskets. Jaden Wilson added nine points and eight rebounds off the bench.Murray State’s Jordyn McNeal kept the Aggies within reach, scoring a game-high 22 points and going 11 of 14 at the free-throw line. Emily Steven scored 17, while Aniah Richard added 12.Hutchinson will close the Hutch Women's Classic on Saturday when it hosts Otero at 4 p.m. in the Sports Arena.

🏀 Barber, Smith power Hutchinson women past Murray State College

The Hutchinson Community College football team returns to action this week after the season's second bye week and does so on the road to face the Highland Scotties.

The No. 1-ranked Blue Dragons (8-0, 4-0 KJCCC) and the Scotties (0-9, 0-5) will been at Porter Family Stadium in Highland for a 1 p.m. kickoff.

The game will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) beginning at 12:30 p.m. with Sean Boston (PBP) calling the action. The game will be streamed live on the Scottie Sports Network, a pay-per-view service.

As the Blue Dragons return to action this week, they have two active and significant winning streaks rolling. The Dragons have now won 12 games in a row, which is the fourth-longest winning streak in program history. Hutchinson is 5-0 on the road this season and have won 24 consecutive true road contests that date back to the 2021 season.

Since 2006, trips to Highland haven't always gone according to plan. Since that 2006 season, the Blue Dragons are just 4-5 at Kessinger Field/Porter Family Stadium. That included the Scotties' first-ever win in the series in 2006 and a 29-27 upset of the Blue Dragons when Hutchinson was ranked No. 1 in 2019.

The Blue Dragons extended their current win streaks two weeks ago with a 27-12 victory over No. 9 Butler in El Dorado. That win was Hutchinson's fourth over an NJCAA Top 10 opponent this season.

Quarterback&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2025-26/bios/johnson_christian_b2h0">Christian Johnson</a>&nbsp;rushed for two touchdowns and threw for 156 yards, while&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2025-26/bios/smith_kade_2uit">Kade Smith</a>&nbsp;made his season debut with 98 rushing yards on 25 carries and a 5-yard touchdown.

Defensively, M.J. Graham had two interceptions and M.J. Harrell had a fumble recovery to lead the Hutchinson defense, which now leads the NJCAA in scoring defense allowing 9.9 points per game.

Highland comes off a near upset of No. 14 Garden City, falling to the Bronc- busters 20-13 last Saturday in Highland. Scotties' running back T.J. Porter rushed for 161 yards on 28 carries and two touchdowns, including a 3-yard scoring run with 5:01 to play to cut the Highland deficit to 20-13. Porter was named the KJCCC Offensive Player of the Week for that performance.

During the week leading up to the game with Hutchinson, the Scottie athletic department made some coaching staff changes and named Cameron McGarry the interim head football coach.

The Blue Dragons enter the final two weeks of the regular season as the only undefeated team in the KJCCC and are one of two undefeated teams remaining in the NJCAA (No. 3 Tyler is 9-0 entering the SWJCFC playoffs this week. The Blue Dragons will close the regular season next Saturday at Gowans Stadium against the Garden City Broncbusters.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1763178279892.jpeg" alt="Quarterback Christian Johnson and the No. 1-ranked Blue Dragons travel to Highland at 1 p.m. on Saturday in HIghland. (Billy Watson/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
 <figcaption>Quarterback Christian Johnson and the No. 1-ranked Blue Dragons travel to Highland at 1 p.m. on Saturday in HIghland. (Billy Watson/Blue Dragon Sports Information)</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationThe Hutchinson Community College football team returns to action this week after the season's second bye week and does so on the road to face the Highland Scotties.The No. 1-ranked Blue Dragons (8-0, 4-0 KJCCC) and the Scotties (0-9, 0-5) will been at Porter Family Stadium in Highland for a 1 p.m. kickoff.The game will be broadcast live on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) beginning at 12:30 p.m. with Sean Boston (PBP) calling the action. The game will be streamed live on the Scottie Sports Network, a pay-per-view service.<div>BLUE DRAGON FOOTBALL No. 1 Hutchinson (8-0, 4-0) at Highland (0-9, 0-5) When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 Where: Porter Family Stadium/Kessinger Field, Highland, KS Kickoff: 1 p.m. Radio:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT">KHUT-FM (102.9), 12:30 p.m. -- Sean Boston (PBP)</a> Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=2591192">Scottie Sports Network (PPV), 12:45 p.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2025-26/files/Game_9_-_Highland.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a></div>As the Blue Dragons return to action this week, they have two active and significant winning streaks rolling. The Dragons have now won 12 games in a row, which is the fourth-longest winning streak in program history. Hutchinson is 5-0 on the road this season and have won 24 consecutive true road contests that date back to the 2021 season.Since 2006, trips to Highland haven't always gone according to plan. Since that 2006 season, the Blue Dragons are just 4-5 at Kessinger Field/Porter Family Stadium. That included the Scotties' first-ever win in the series in 2006 and a 29-27 upset of the Blue Dragons when Hutchinson was ranked No. 1 in 2019.The Blue Dragons extended their current win streaks two weeks ago with a 27-12 victory over No. 9 Butler in El Dorado. That win was Hutchinson's fourth over an NJCAA Top 10 opponent this season.Quarterback&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2025-26/bios/johnson_christian_b2h0">Christian Johnson</a>&nbsp;rushed for two touchdowns and threw for 156 yards, while&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/fball/2025-26/bios/smith_kade_2uit">Kade Smith</a>&nbsp;made his season debut with 98 rushing yards on 25 carries and a 5-yard touchdown.Defensively, M.J. Graham had two interceptions and M.J. Harrell had a fumble recovery to lead the Hutchinson defense, which now leads the NJCAA in scoring defense allowing 9.9 points per game.Highland comes off a near upset of No. 14 Garden City, falling to the Bronc- busters 20-13 last Saturday in Highland. Scotties' running back T.J. Porter rushed for 161 yards on 28 carries and two touchdowns, including a 3-yard scoring run with 5:01 to play to cut the Highland deficit to 20-13. Porter was named the KJCCC Offensive Player of the Week for that performance.During the week leading up to the game with Hutchinson, the Scottie athletic department made some coaching staff changes and named Cameron McGarry the interim head football coach.The Blue Dragons enter the final two weeks of the regular season as the only undefeated team in the KJCCC and are one of two undefeated teams remaining in the NJCAA (No. 3 Tyler is 9-0 entering the SWJCFC playoffs this week. The Blue Dragons will close the regular season next Saturday at Gowans Stadium against the Garden City Broncbusters.

🏈 No. 1 Dragons on the road Saturday at Highland

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson High School athletic department announced the Wall of Fame Class of 2025 on Friday morning. The induction is scheduled for December 19, between varsity basketball games against Circle in the McPherson High School Roundhouse.&nbsp;

2022 State Champion 200 Freestyle Relay Team-Marissa Pearcy, Kierstan Trost, Danica Brunk &amp; Clarea Williams

Addison Chapman, C/2025-3X All-State 1st Team Softball Player

Bennet Cromwell &amp; Gavin Christiansen, C/2025-State Speech Champions

Bree Pickerell, C/2025-3X KMEA All-State Choir

Brody Seidl, C/2025-2X All-State 1st Team Baseball Player

Ciara Rawson, C/2025-Class 4A State Wrestling Champion

Florence Hall, C/2025-2X Class 4A State Speech Champion

Gabe Pyle, C/2025-All-State/All-Class Basketball Player

Haely Hagemann, C/2025-3X All-State 1st Team Softball Player

Hayden Hoxie, C/2025-2X All-State 1st Team Soccer Player

Zach Phillips, C/2025-Class 4A State Speech Champion

Jace Kinnamon, C/2019-All-State Football Player &amp; Record Holder

Jordan James, C/2008-All-State Basketball Player

Scott Schaefer, Former Head Girls Basketball &amp; Head Girls Track Coach, Multiple State Championships

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1757601078044.jpeg" alt="USD 418 McPherson Schools" />
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 </figure>McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson High School athletic department announced the Wall of Fame Class of 2025 on Friday morning. The induction is scheduled for December 19, between varsity basketball games against Circle in the McPherson High School Roundhouse.&nbsp;Below is the list of inductees:2022 State Champion 200 Freestyle Relay Team-Marissa Pearcy, Kierstan Trost, Danica Brunk &amp; Clarea WilliamsAddison Chapman, C/2025-3X All-State 1st Team Softball PlayerBennet Cromwell &amp; Gavin Christiansen, C/2025-State Speech ChampionsBree Pickerell, C/2025-3X KMEA All-State ChoirBrody Seidl, C/2025-2X All-State 1st Team Baseball PlayerCiara Rawson, C/2025-Class 4A State Wrestling ChampionFlorence Hall, C/2025-2X Class 4A State Speech ChampionGabe Pyle, C/2025-All-State/All-Class Basketball PlayerHaely Hagemann, C/2025-3X All-State 1st Team Softball PlayerHayden Hoxie, C/2025-2X All-State 1st Team Soccer PlayerZach Phillips, C/2025-Class 4A State Speech ChampionJace Kinnamon, C/2019-All-State Football Player &amp; Record HolderJordan James, C/2008-All-State Basketball PlayerScott Schaefer, Former Head Girls Basketball &amp; Head Girls Track Coach, Multiple State Championships

McPherson High School announces 2025 Wall of Fame Class

WICHITA STATE ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS

&nbsp; WICHITA, Kan. —&nbsp;Wichita State Athletics announced today that Mike Kennedy, the legendary play-by-play Voice of the Shockers, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season, marking the close of a historic 46-year broadcasting career with the program.

Kennedy, 77, began calling Shocker men's basketball full time during the storied 1980-81 Elite Eight season and has since become one of the most enduring and respected voices in college athletics. On Nov. 17, 2023, he reached a remarkable milestone, calling his 1,400th consecutive Wichita State men's basketball game—a streak that stands as one of the longest in the nation.

Over nearly five decades, Kennedy has chronicled the full arc of Wichita State history, including NCAA Tournament runs, conference championships, postseason triumphs, and countless memorable moments across basketball, baseball, volleyball and football. His signature cadence, deep institutional knowledge, and steady presence have connected generations of Shocker fans to the teams they love.

"This has not been an easy decision, as you can imagine, but after a great deal of thought and consideration, I know in my heart, it's the right time to take this step," Kennedy said. "At the forefront of my decision is a desire to be able to spend more time with my family. I have been truly blessed to do something I love for a university I love for 46 years now. Over that time, there have been so many great moments and memories, but above all, has been the opportunity to develop so many longstanding relationships and friendships with coaches and administrators, student-athletes, fellow broadcasters, and the fans. Shocker Nation, your support, encouragement, and kind words are a huge part of what's made my work and my life, so enjoyable and so gratifying, and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Now I look forward to sharing this last run through these final seasons with you. I think it's going to be a fun ride, so let's do this. Go Shocks!"

Director of Athletics&nbsp;<a href="https://goshockers.com/staff-directory/kevin-saal/1498">Kevin Saal</a>&nbsp;emphasized Kennedy's unmatched impact. "Mike Kennedy is synonymous with Wichita State and his connection to – and throughout – our journey is immeasurable," Saal said. "His professionalism, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to excellence have elevated our broadcasts, uniquely connected Shocker Nation to our sports programs in authentic ways and strengthened the Shocker brand for nearly half a century. His legacy is profound, lasting, highly impactful and irreplaceable."

In addition to his broadcast accomplishments, Kennedy has been an active contributor to the Wichita community, a mentor to young broadcasters, and a trusted ambassador for Wichita State Athletics.

Wichita State will celebrate Kennedy's career during the upcoming season, with additional recognition plans to be announced.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1763137858178.png" alt="Mike Kennedy - Courtesy WSU Athletic Communications" />
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 </figure>WICHITA STATE ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS &nbsp; WICHITA, Kan. —&nbsp;Wichita State Athletics announced today that Mike Kennedy, the legendary play-by-play Voice of the Shockers, will retire at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season, marking the close of a historic 46-year broadcasting career with the program.Kennedy, 77, began calling Shocker men's basketball full time during the storied 1980-81 Elite Eight season and has since become one of the most enduring and respected voices in college athletics. On Nov. 17, 2023, he reached a remarkable milestone, calling his 1,400th consecutive Wichita State men's basketball game—a streak that stands as one of the longest in the nation.Over nearly five decades, Kennedy has chronicled the full arc of Wichita State history, including NCAA Tournament runs, conference championships, postseason triumphs, and countless memorable moments across basketball, baseball, volleyball and football. His signature cadence, deep institutional knowledge, and steady presence have connected generations of Shocker fans to the teams they love.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2F100064584768369%2Fvideos%2F1701837731203045%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" width="560" height="314" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>"This has not been an easy decision, as you can imagine, but after a great deal of thought and consideration, I know in my heart, it's the right time to take this step," Kennedy said. "At the forefront of my decision is a desire to be able to spend more time with my family. I have been truly blessed to do something I love for a university I love for 46 years now. Over that time, there have been so many great moments and memories, but above all, has been the opportunity to develop so many longstanding relationships and friendships with coaches and administrators, student-athletes, fellow broadcasters, and the fans. Shocker Nation, your support, encouragement, and kind words are a huge part of what's made my work and my life, so enjoyable and so gratifying, and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Now I look forward to sharing this last run through these final seasons with you. I think it's going to be a fun ride, so let's do this. Go Shocks!"Director of Athletics&nbsp;<a href="https://goshockers.com/staff-directory/kevin-saal/1498">Kevin Saal</a>&nbsp;emphasized Kennedy's unmatched impact. "Mike Kennedy is synonymous with Wichita State and his connection to – and throughout – our journey is immeasurable," Saal said. "His professionalism, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to excellence have elevated our broadcasts, uniquely connected Shocker Nation to our sports programs in authentic ways and strengthened the Shocker brand for nearly half a century. His legacy is profound, lasting, highly impactful and irreplaceable."In addition to his broadcast accomplishments, Kennedy has been an active contributor to the Wichita community, a mentor to young broadcasters, and a trusted ambassador for Wichita State Athletics.Wichita State will celebrate Kennedy's career during the upcoming season, with additional recognition plans to be announced.&nbsp;&nbsp;

🎙️Kennedy to retire as 'Voice of the Shockers' following 2025-26 season

All games will kickoff at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14, unless otherwise noted. Hutch Post area teams still remaining are in bold letters.

No. 1 Olathe West (9-1) vs. No. 4 Olathe NW (7-3) No. 2 Gardner-Edgerton (8-2) vs. No. 3 Shawnee Mission NW (7-3) No. 1 Maize (10-0) vs. No. 4 Manhattan (8-2) No. 2 Wichita NW (9-1) vs. No. 6 Derby (7-3)

No. 1 Basehor-Linwood (10-0) vs. No. 5 Leavenworth (9-1) No. 6 St. James (9-1) vs. No. 7 Mill Valley (8-2) No. 1 Great Bend (10-0) vs. No. 5 Hays (8-2) No. 2 Salina Central (9-1) vs. No. 14 Salina South (3-7)

No. 1 Eudora (9-1) vs. No. 13 Bishop Miege (5-5) No. 2 Labette County (8-2) vs. No. 3 Ottawa (7-3) No. 1 Kapaun Mt. Carmel (9-1) vs. No. 4 Wellington (8-2) No. 3 Wamego (8-2) vs. No. 10 Augusta (5-5)

No. 1 Topeka Hayden (10-0) vs. No. 5 Jefferson West (8-2) No. 2 Santa Fe Trail (10-0) vs. No. 11 Holton (6-4) No. 1 Andale (10-0) vs. No. 4 Pratt (9-1) No. 2 Rock Creek (10-0) vs. No. 6 Cheney (7-3)

No. 1 Nemaha Central (10-0) vs. No. 5 Sabetha (9-1) No. 2 Caney Valley (9-1) vs. No. 6 Osage City (9-1) No. 1 Southeast of Saline (10-0) vs. No. 4 Phillipsburg (7-3) No. 2 Hoisington (9-0) vs. No. 3 Garden Plain (9-1)

No. 1 St. Mary's Colgan (10-0) vs. No. 4 Rossville (9-1) No. 2 Jackson Heights (10-0) vs. No. 6 Riverside (8-2) No. 1 Sterling (10-0) vs. No. 5 Hutchinson Trinity Catholic (8-2) No. 2 Smith Center (10-0) vs. No. 6 Moundridge (8-2)

Little River (9-1) vs. Sylvan-Lucas (9-1) Ell-Saline (9-1) vs. Lincoln (9-1) South Central (9-0) vs. Leoti-Wichita County (8-2) *6 p.m. kickoff Hill City (9-1) vs. WaKeeney Trego (10-0)

Axtell (9-1) vs. Frankfort (6-4) Hanover (10-0) vs. Linn (7-3) Hutchinson Central Christian (10-0) vs. Victoria (9-0) Sharon Springs-Wallace County (10-0) vs. Hodgeman County (9-1) *6 p.m. kickoff

Peabody-Burns (8-2) vs. Tescott (8-2) Cunningham (9-1) vs. Otis-Bison (5-5) South Barber (9-1) vs. Pawnee Heights (6-4) *6 p.m. kickoff Weskan (9-1) vs. Ingalls (9-1) *6 p.m. kickoff

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 </figure><a href="https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/tournament/info/Football/State/1/1">CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIAL BRACKETS FROM THE KSHSAA</a>All games will kickoff at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14, unless otherwise noted. Hutch Post area teams still remaining are in bold letters.<h2>Class 6A</h2>No. 1 Olathe West (9-1) vs. No. 4 Olathe NW (7-3) No. 2 Gardner-Edgerton (8-2) vs. No. 3 Shawnee Mission NW (7-3) No. 1 Maize (10-0) vs. No. 4 Manhattan (8-2) No. 2 Wichita NW (9-1) vs. No. 6 Derby (7-3)<h2>Class 5A</h2>No. 1 Basehor-Linwood (10-0) vs. No. 5 Leavenworth (9-1) No. 6 St. James (9-1) vs. No. 7 Mill Valley (8-2) No. 1 Great Bend (10-0) vs. No. 5 Hays (8-2) No. 2 Salina Central (9-1) vs. No. 14 Salina South (3-7)<h2>Class 4A</h2>No. 1 Eudora (9-1) vs. No. 13 Bishop Miege (5-5) No. 2 Labette County (8-2) vs. No. 3 Ottawa (7-3) No. 1 Kapaun Mt. Carmel (9-1) vs. No. 4 Wellington (8-2) No. 3 Wamego (8-2) vs. No. 10 Augusta (5-5)<h2>Class 3A</h2>No. 1 Topeka Hayden (10-0) vs. No. 5 Jefferson West (8-2) No. 2 Santa Fe Trail (10-0) vs. No. 11 Holton (6-4) No. 1 Andale (10-0) vs. No. 4 Pratt (9-1) No. 2 Rock Creek (10-0) vs. No. 6 Cheney (7-3)<h2>Class 2A</h2>No. 1 Nemaha Central (10-0) vs. No. 5 Sabetha (9-1) No. 2 Caney Valley (9-1) vs. No. 6 Osage City (9-1) No. 1 Southeast of Saline (10-0) vs. No. 4 Phillipsburg (7-3) No. 2 Hoisington (9-0) vs. No. 3 Garden Plain (9-1)<h2>Class 1A</h2>No. 1 St. Mary's Colgan (10-0) vs. No. 4 Rossville (9-1) No. 2 Jackson Heights (10-0) vs. No. 6 Riverside (8-2) No. 1 Sterling (10-0) vs. No. 5 Hutchinson Trinity Catholic (8-2) No. 2 Smith Center (10-0) vs. No. 6 Moundridge (8-2)<h2>8-Man Division I</h2>Little River (9-1) vs. Sylvan-Lucas (9-1) Ell-Saline (9-1) vs. Lincoln (9-1) South Central (9-0) vs. Leoti-Wichita County (8-2) *6 p.m. kickoff Hill City (9-1) vs. WaKeeney Trego (10-0)<h2>8-Man Division II</h2>Axtell (9-1) vs. Frankfort (6-4) Hanover (10-0) vs. Linn (7-3) Hutchinson Central Christian (10-0) vs. Victoria (9-0) Sharon Springs-Wallace County (10-0) vs. Hodgeman County (9-1) *6 p.m. kickoff<h2>6-Man</h2>Peabody-Burns (8-2) vs. Tescott (8-2) Cunningham (9-1) vs. Otis-Bison (5-5) South Barber (9-1) vs. Pawnee Heights (6-4) *6 p.m. kickoff Weskan (9-1) vs. Ingalls (9-1) *6 p.m. kickoff

🏈 KSHSAA playoff schedule (sectional round)

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — P.J. Haggerty scored 23 points, Khamari McGriff 21 and Nate Johnson 20 as Kansas State built a big lead before hanging on to edge California 99-96 on Thursday night.

David Castillo added 16 points on four 3-pointers for the Wildcats (3-0), who shot 64% and made 9 of 18 3-point tries.

Chris Bell made 7 of 9 from the arc and scored 27 points and Dai Dai Ames hit 5 of 6 3s for 25 points for Cal (3-1), which shot 56% and made 15 of 28 3-point attempts. Justin Pippen added 14 points.

The Wildcats led 55-34 at halftime and were up 24 early in the second half before the Golden Bears rallied behind the 3-point shooting of Ames and Bell, who combined for 39 points after the break. Ames hit five 3s over the first 10 minutes of the second half then Bell made five in the final 4 1/2 minutes.

Bell's last 3-pointer made it a six-point game with 38 seconds left. The Wildcats made just 1 of 6 free throws in the final half-minute but a couple buckets from Semetri Carr weren't enough to bring the Golden Bears all the way back.

Kansas State shot 68% and made 6 of 8 from the arc in taking a 21-point halftime lead behind 11 points from Castillo and 10 each from Haggerty and McGriff. Haggerty went over 1,500 career points.

Cal is home against Presbyterian on Tuesday.

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 </figure>MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — P.J. Haggerty scored 23 points, Khamari McGriff 21 and Nate Johnson 20 as Kansas State built a big lead before hanging on to edge California 99-96 on Thursday night.David Castillo added 16 points on four 3-pointers for the Wildcats (3-0), who shot 64% and made 9 of 18 3-point tries.Chris Bell made 7 of 9 from the arc and scored 27 points and Dai Dai Ames hit 5 of 6 3s for 25 points for Cal (3-1), which shot 56% and made 15 of 28 3-point attempts. Justin Pippen added 14 points.The Wildcats led 55-34 at halftime and were up 24 early in the second half before the Golden Bears rallied behind the 3-point shooting of Ames and Bell, who combined for 39 points after the break. Ames hit five 3s over the first 10 minutes of the second half then Bell made five in the final 4 1/2 minutes.Bell's last 3-pointer made it a six-point game with 38 seconds left. The Wildcats made just 1 of 6 free throws in the final half-minute but a couple buckets from Semetri Carr weren't enough to bring the Golden Bears all the way back.Kansas State shot 68% and made 6 of 8 from the arc in taking a 21-point halftime lead behind 11 points from Castillo and 10 each from Haggerty and McGriff. Haggerty went over 1,500 career points.<h2>Up next</h2>Cal is home against Presbyterian on Tuesday.

🏀 K-State builds 24-point lead before holding on to beat Cal 

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Kenyon Giles scored 24 points to help Wichita State defeat Loyola Chicago 95-74 on Thursday.

Giles shot 7 for 8 from beyond the arc and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for the Shockers (3-0). Michael Gray Jr. scored 17 points, going 5 of 11 (5 for 10 from 3-point range). Will Berg shot 5 of 10 from the field and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 13 points.

Deywilk Tavarez led the way for the Ramblers (1-3) with 16 points. Loyola Chicago also got 13 points from Chuck Love III. Miles Rubin also had 12 points, six rebounds and three blocks.

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 </figure>WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Kenyon Giles scored 24 points to help Wichita State defeat Loyola Chicago 95-74 on Thursday.Giles shot 7 for 8 from beyond the arc and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for the Shockers (3-0). Michael Gray Jr. scored 17 points, going 5 of 11 (5 for 10 from 3-point range). Will Berg shot 5 of 10 from the field and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 13 points.Deywilk Tavarez led the way for the Ramblers (1-3) with 16 points. Loyola Chicago also got 13 points from Chuck Love III. Miles Rubin also had 12 points, six rebounds and three blocks.

🏀 WSU dominates Loyola-Chicago

KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Major League Baseball tonight announced its First and Second All-MLB Teams. Kansas City’s&nbsp;Bobby Witt Jr.&nbsp;was named First Team All-MLB at shortstop for the second consecutive season.&nbsp;

Major League Baseball introduced the All-MLB Team Awards in 2019 to give a more comprehensive honor that covered the full breadth of a season, complementing the All-Star Game selections that are awarded just past the season’s halfway point. Voters were asked only to consider performance during the regular season when casting their ballots. Fans accounted for 50% of the voting for the All-MLB Team, with a panel of experts taking the other 50%.

Witt Jr. has already been recognized this offseason with a&nbsp;Rawlings&nbsp;Platinum Glove Award, a&nbsp;RawlingsGold Glove Award and was named the Silver Slugger Award winner among American League shortstops.

Witt Jr. led the Majors this season in hits (184) for the second consecutive year, becoming the first player to accomplish that feat (excluding 2020) since&nbsp;Whit Merrifield&nbsp;did so for the Royals from 2018-19. Witt Jr. also led the Majors with 47 doubles in 2025.

Among Major League shortstops, Witt Jr. ranked 1st in hits, doubles, extra-base hits (76) and stolen bases (38), 2nd in slugging percentage (.501) and OPS (.852), 3rd in runs (99) and 4th in RBI (88).&nbsp;

On defense, Witt Jr. tied for the Major League lead among all players in 2025 with 24 Outs Above Average, according to&nbsp;Baseball Savant. He made 153 starts at shortstop and ranked 4th at the position in assists (382). Among American League shortstops, his 10 errors in 578 chances were 2nd fewest at the position (min. 125 starts).

Witt Jr. is the first player in Major League history to record at least 20 home runs and 30 steals in each of his first four seasons. He’s one of four players ever to record at least 100 HR and 100 steals through four seasons, joining&nbsp;Bobby Bonds,&nbsp;Darryl Strawberryand&nbsp;Julio Rodríguez.

Through four big league seasons, Witt Jr., 25, is a two-time All-Star, a two-time&nbsp;Rawlings&nbsp;Gold Glove Award winner, a&nbsp;Rawlings&nbsp;Platinum Glove Award winner, a two-time Silver Slugger Award winner, a Major League batting champion and now has twice been named First Team All-MLB at shortstop.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kansas City RoyalsKANSAS CITY, Mo.—Major League Baseball tonight announced its First and Second All-MLB Teams. Kansas City’s&nbsp;Bobby Witt Jr.&nbsp;was named First Team All-MLB at shortstop for the second consecutive season.&nbsp;Major League Baseball introduced the All-MLB Team Awards in 2019 to give a more comprehensive honor that covered the full breadth of a season, complementing the All-Star Game selections that are awarded just past the season’s halfway point. Voters were asked only to consider performance during the regular season when casting their ballots. Fans accounted for 50% of the voting for the All-MLB Team, with a panel of experts taking the other 50%.Witt Jr. has already been recognized this offseason with a&nbsp;Rawlings&nbsp;Platinum Glove Award, a&nbsp;RawlingsGold Glove Award and was named the Silver Slugger Award winner among American League shortstops.Witt Jr. led the Majors this season in hits (184) for the second consecutive year, becoming the first player to accomplish that feat (excluding 2020) since&nbsp;Whit Merrifield&nbsp;did so for the Royals from 2018-19. Witt Jr. also led the Majors with 47 doubles in 2025.Among Major League shortstops, Witt Jr. ranked 1st in hits, doubles, extra-base hits (76) and stolen bases (38), 2nd in slugging percentage (.501) and OPS (.852), 3rd in runs (99) and 4th in RBI (88).&nbsp;On defense, Witt Jr. tied for the Major League lead among all players in 2025 with 24 Outs Above Average, according to&nbsp;Baseball Savant. He made 153 starts at shortstop and ranked 4th at the position in assists (382). Among American League shortstops, his 10 errors in 578 chances were 2nd fewest at the position (min. 125 starts).Witt Jr. is the first player in Major League history to record at least 20 home runs and 30 steals in each of his first four seasons. He’s one of four players ever to record at least 100 HR and 100 steals through four seasons, joining&nbsp;Bobby Bonds,&nbsp;Darryl Strawberryand&nbsp;Julio Rodríguez.Through four big league seasons, Witt Jr., 25, is a two-time All-Star, a two-time&nbsp;Rawlings&nbsp;Gold Glove Award winner, a&nbsp;Rawlings&nbsp;Platinum Glove Award winner, a two-time Silver Slugger Award winner, a Major League batting champion and now has twice been named First Team All-MLB at shortstop.&nbsp;

⚾️ Witt Jr. named First Team All-MLB 

By <a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch Post

STERLING, Kan. — A pair of long postseason droughts and a familiar matchup headline Friday night’s Class 1A state quarterfinal at Smisor Stadium, where undefeated Sterling hosts surging Hutchinson Trinity Catholic at 7 p.m. The winner advances to the state semifinals to face either Moundridge or Smith Center on the west side of the bracket.

The meeting is a rematch of a district game played just three weeks ago, one Sterling won 34–12 on its home field. But both coaching staffs agree that little from that night will carry over as the stakes rise dramatically.

Sterling enters at 10-0, the program’s best start since the Black Bears’ legendary 1982 season, when they went 12-0 en route to a Class 2A state championship. Their 10 wins are the most since 1992. Trinity Catholic, meanwhile, is 8-2 and enjoying its best season since a 9-2 finish and quarterfinal appearance in 2018.

For both programs, Friday marks an opportunity to break decades-long droughts. Sterling hasn’t reached the semifinals since 1982; Trinity’s last appearance came in 1979, when the Celtics went 13-0 and claimed the Class 1A title.

Trinity enters the quarterfinals with momentum after back-to-back playoff victories over Plainville and Republic County. The Celtics’ 43–14 road win last week in Belleville was their most balanced offensive performance of the season, piling up 310 rushing yards and 167 passing yards. Junior running back Luke Kerns delivered 179 yards on the ground, while quarterback Drew Dechant accounted for four touchdowns, including a 65-yard strike to Kaid McElgunn.

Head coach Jordan Bell said his team traveled with focus and purpose.

“It was a well-rounded win,” Bell said. “Our offensive line has played extremely well the last couple of weeks, and our defense continues to play really, really well. It was a long trip, but a business-like approach.”

Friday’s trip is much shorter, just 30 minutes, compared to the two-hour bus ride to Bellville. This trip brings a second shot at a Sterling team Bell believes is the most complete in Class 1A.

“They’ve got the best players and the best team right now in 1A for a reason,” he said. “We can’t turn the ball over, and we missed too many tackles last time. It comes down to blocking, tackling and taking care of the football.”

Bell said last year’s early postseason exit has fueled this group, which had dropped its previous two regional games by a combined five points.

“Experience is huge,” he said. “Losing in those rounds was a big motivator. Getting past that regional round was a major goal for this senior group.”

Across the field, Sterling has dominated its way to 10-0 behind a powerful rushing attack and a defense that has delivered key early stops. Last week’s 53–14 win over Marion featured a 270-yard, four-touchdown performance from senior running back Zane Farney, along with two rushing scores from quarterback Logan Isaac. The Bears led 33–6 by halftime and triggered a running clock early in the third quarter.

Farney has rushed for 1,926 yards and 36 touchdowns in 2025, surpassing the 100-yard mark in all 10 games. He's now at 6,312 rushing yards and 84 touchdowns in his four-year career with the Black Bears.

Head coach Brent Schneider said his team showed maturity and composure from the opening whistle.

“I was proud of our kids for coming out with the intensity they did,” Schneider said. “Once our offense started clicking, things really got rolling.”

Friday will mark Sterling’s fourth straight home game, a stretch that Schneider said has energized the town while keeping his team grounded.

“Our community has been awesome,” he said. “But our kids are locked in. We’re not looking ahead. Trinity is always one of the hardest-playing teams we face, and we know we’ll get their best.”

Schneider expects adjustments on both sides after the first meeting and cautioned against assuming Sterling’s regular-season win predicts much about Friday’s outcome.

“Trinity always throws unique looks at us,” he said. “They’re physical, well-coached and good at what they do. People see Zane’s numbers and think stopping him is the key, but our offensive line is a weapon, our A-backs are weapons, Logan can throw it when we need to. We have options.”

Sterling’s rise under Schneider has been as much about culture as it has been about game planning.

“We talked early on about building a winning culture before the wins started,” Schneider said. “We love the success, but it’s about leading young men and doing things the right way. That’s what I’m most proud of.”

Both coaches point to similar keys: physicality, discipline, eliminating turnovers and limiting explosive plays. Trinity wants to control the ball and force a fourth-quarter game. Sterling wants to establish its rhythm early and dictate tempo with its speed and power on the ground.

With both communities hungry for their first semifinal appearance in more than 40 years, the atmosphere at Smisor Stadium is expected to be electric. Trinity is seeking a breakthrough after years of knocking on the door. Sterling is looking to keep a dream season alive.

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 </figure>By <a href="mailto:sean.boston@eaglemedia.com">SEAN BOSTON</a> Hutch PostSTERLING, Kan. — A pair of long postseason droughts and a familiar matchup headline Friday night’s Class 1A state quarterfinal at Smisor Stadium, where undefeated Sterling hosts surging Hutchinson Trinity Catholic at 7 p.m. The winner advances to the state semifinals to face either Moundridge or Smith Center on the west side of the bracket.The meeting is a rematch of a district game played just three weeks ago, one Sterling won 34–12 on its home field. But both coaching staffs agree that little from that night will carry over as the stakes rise dramatically.Sterling enters at 10-0, the program’s best start since the Black Bears’ legendary 1982 season, when they went 12-0 en route to a Class 2A state championship. Their 10 wins are the most since 1992. Trinity Catholic, meanwhile, is 8-2 and enjoying its best season since a 9-2 finish and quarterfinal appearance in 2018.For both programs, Friday marks an opportunity to break decades-long droughts. Sterling hasn’t reached the semifinals since 1982; Trinity’s last appearance came in 1979, when the Celtics went 13-0 and claimed the Class 1A title.Trinity enters the quarterfinals with momentum after back-to-back playoff victories over Plainville and Republic County. The Celtics’ 43–14 road win last week in Belleville was their most balanced offensive performance of the season, piling up 310 rushing yards and 167 passing yards. Junior running back Luke Kerns delivered 179 yards on the ground, while quarterback Drew Dechant accounted for four touchdowns, including a 65-yard strike to Kaid McElgunn.Head coach Jordan Bell said his team traveled with focus and purpose.“It was a well-rounded win,” Bell said. “Our offensive line has played extremely well the last couple of weeks, and our defense continues to play really, really well. It was a long trip, but a business-like approach.”Friday’s trip is much shorter, just 30 minutes, compared to the two-hour bus ride to Bellville. This trip brings a second shot at a Sterling team Bell believes is the most complete in Class 1A.“They’ve got the best players and the best team right now in 1A for a reason,” he said. “We can’t turn the ball over, and we missed too many tackles last time. It comes down to blocking, tackling and taking care of the football.”Bell said last year’s early postseason exit has fueled this group, which had dropped its previous two regional games by a combined five points.“Experience is huge,” he said. “Losing in those rounds was a big motivator. Getting past that regional round was a major goal for this senior group.”Across the field, Sterling has dominated its way to 10-0 behind a powerful rushing attack and a defense that has delivered key early stops. Last week’s 53–14 win over Marion featured a 270-yard, four-touchdown performance from senior running back Zane Farney, along with two rushing scores from quarterback Logan Isaac. The Bears led 33–6 by halftime and triggered a running clock early in the third quarter.Farney has rushed for 1,926 yards and 36 touchdowns in 2025, surpassing the 100-yard mark in all 10 games. He's now at 6,312 rushing yards and 84 touchdowns in his four-year career with the Black Bears.Head coach Brent Schneider said his team showed maturity and composure from the opening whistle.“I was proud of our kids for coming out with the intensity they did,” Schneider said. “Once our offense started clicking, things really got rolling.”Friday will mark Sterling’s fourth straight home game, a stretch that Schneider said has energized the town while keeping his team grounded.“Our community has been awesome,” he said. “But our kids are locked in. We’re not looking ahead. Trinity is always one of the hardest-playing teams we face, and we know we’ll get their best.”Schneider expects adjustments on both sides after the first meeting and cautioned against assuming Sterling’s regular-season win predicts much about Friday’s outcome.“Trinity always throws unique looks at us,” he said. “They’re physical, well-coached and good at what they do. People see Zane’s numbers and think stopping him is the key, but our offensive line is a weapon, our A-backs are weapons, Logan can throw it when we need to. We have options.”Sterling’s rise under Schneider has been as much about culture as it has been about game planning.“We talked early on about building a winning culture before the wins started,” Schneider said. “We love the success, but it’s about leading young men and doing things the right way. That’s what I’m most proud of.”Both coaches point to similar keys: physicality, discipline, eliminating turnovers and limiting explosive plays. Trinity wants to control the ball and force a fourth-quarter game. Sterling wants to establish its rhythm early and dictate tempo with its speed and power on the ground.With both communities hungry for their first semifinal appearance in more than 40 years, the atmosphere at Smisor Stadium is expected to be electric. Trinity is seeking a breakthrough after years of knocking on the door. Sterling is looking to keep a dream season alive.

🏈 Semifinal droughts collide as Sterling hosts Trinity Catholic in 1A quarterfinal

Against the spread: Chiefs 5-4, Broncos 4-5-1.

Last meeting: Broncos beat Chiefs 38-0 on Jan. 5, 2025, at Empower Field in Denver.

Last week: Chiefs had a bye; Broncos beat Raiders 10-7.

Chiefs offense: overall (7), rush (12), pass (5), scoring (9)

Chiefs defense: overall (6), rush (12), pass (7), scoring (4)

Broncos offense: overall (13), rush (9), pass (18), scoring (17)

Broncos defense: overall (3), rush (4), pass (6), scoring (3)

Turnover differential: Raiders minus-5; Broncos minus-3.

Whoever starts at left tackle. First-round pick Josh Simmons earned the job in camp and played well early in the season, then abruptly left the team to deal with a family matter. Jaylon Moore has started the last four games with respectable results. Simmons returned to the team this week, though, and it remains to be seen whether he will resume starting against the Broncos.

ILB Justin Strnad. He started alongside Alex Singleton when Dre Greenlaw was sidelined first by a quadriceps injury and then by a one-game suspension. Now he'll play alongside Greenlaw as he steps in for Singleton, who will miss at least one game after have a cancerous testicular tumor removed last week.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes versus the Denver Broncos' suffocating pass rush headlined by Nik Bonitto and Jonathon Cooper on the outside and John Franklin-Myers and Zach Allen on the inside. The Broncos' 46 sacks lead the league by a wide margin and put them on pace for an NFL-record 78. They led the league last year with a franchise-record 63 sacks.

Chiefs: RB Isiah Pacheco will miss another game because of a knee injury.

Broncos: Pat Surtain II will miss his third consecutive game with a strained left pectoral muscle. ... TE Nate Atkins (knee) is out again, too. ... ILB Alex Singleton is out after having surgery to remove a cancerous testicular tumor last week. ... WR-KR Marvin Mims Jr. returns from a concussion that sidelined him for two games. ... Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins will miss the game.

After Kansas City dominated the series for a decade, the Broncos have won two of their last three meetings, both in Denver, and they were about to win at Arrowhead Stadium last season until a blocked field goal attempt as time expired.

TE Travis Kelce needs one TD to break a tie with Priest Holmes for most in Chiefs history with 84. ... Kelce has caught a pass in 183 straight games, the longest streak in franchise history. It's also the longest active streak in the NFL. ... DT Chris Jones needs four sacks to pass Neil Smith (85.5) for third-most in Chiefs history. ... Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes needs 299 yards passing to reach 35,000. He will be playing his 122nd regular-season game and would break Matt Stafford’s record (126) for fastest to reach the milestone. ... Mahomes is 36-6 against the AFC West. One of the losses was to the Chargers in their season opener. ... Mahomes has thrown for at least 250 yards in six consecutive games. ... Chiefs WR Rashee Rice has scored a TD in each of his three games this season. ... The Broncos have won their last 10 games at home, the longest such streak in the NFL. ... Denver has won seven straight games, the franchise's longest winning streak since 2012, when they won 11 consecutive games during Peyton Manning's first season in navy and orange. ... The Broncos' plus-35 sack differential is the largest by a team in the first 10 games of a season in NFL history. ... QB Bo Nix on Sunday can become the fourth QB in league history with multiple TD passes in 10 home games within his first two seasons in the NFL. ... RJ Harvey ranks first among rookie running backs with 25 receptions and is tied for third among rookies with four TD catches. ... WR Courtland Sutton has three or more catches in 11 consecutive home games. ... WR Troy Franklin aims for his fourth straight home game with a touchdown grab. ... LB Nik Bonitto had 1 1/2 sacks and two tackles for loss against the Raiders last week. He ranks third in the NFL with 9 1/2 sacks. ... DE Zach Allen has six consecutive games with at least half a sack, the longest active streak in the NFL.

Harvey has been a better producer in the passing game (four touchdown catches) than the ground game (two TDs) but he should get a heavier workload with Dobbins sidelined.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1762176019352.jpeg" alt="Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws under pressure from Buffalo Bills defensive end Greg Rousseau (50) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Orchard Park. N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)" />
 <figcaption>Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws under pressure from Buffalo Bills defensive end Greg Rousseau (50) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Orchard Park. N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)</figcaption>
 </figure>By The Associated PressKansas City (5-4) at Denver (8-2)Sunday 2:25 p.m. ET, CBS.BetMGM line: Chiefs by 4Against the spread: Chiefs 5-4, Broncos 4-5-1.Series record: Chiefs lead 73-57.Last meeting: Broncos beat Chiefs 38-0 on Jan. 5, 2025, at Empower Field in Denver.Last week: Chiefs had a bye; Broncos beat Raiders 10-7.Chiefs offense: overall (7), rush (12), pass (5), scoring (9)Chiefs defense: overall (6), rush (12), pass (7), scoring (4)Broncos offense: overall (13), rush (9), pass (18), scoring (17)Broncos defense: overall (3), rush (4), pass (6), scoring (3)Turnover differential: Raiders minus-5; Broncos minus-3.<h2>Chiefs player to watch</h2>Whoever starts at left tackle. First-round pick Josh Simmons earned the job in camp and played well early in the season, then abruptly left the team to deal with a family matter. Jaylon Moore has started the last four games with respectable results. Simmons returned to the team this week, though, and it remains to be seen whether he will resume starting against the Broncos.<h2>Broncos player to watch</h2>ILB Justin Strnad. He started alongside Alex Singleton when Dre Greenlaw was sidelined first by a quadriceps injury and then by a one-game suspension. Now he'll play alongside Greenlaw as he steps in for Singleton, who will miss at least one game after have a cancerous testicular tumor removed last week.<h2>Key matchup</h2>Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes versus the Denver Broncos' suffocating pass rush headlined by Nik Bonitto and Jonathon Cooper on the outside and John Franklin-Myers and Zach Allen on the inside. The Broncos' 46 sacks lead the league by a wide margin and put them on pace for an NFL-record 78. They led the league last year with a franchise-record 63 sacks.<h2>Key injuries</h2>Chiefs: RB Isiah Pacheco will miss another game because of a knee injury.Broncos: Pat Surtain II will miss his third consecutive game with a strained left pectoral muscle. ... TE Nate Atkins (knee) is out again, too. ... ILB Alex Singleton is out after having surgery to remove a cancerous testicular tumor last week. ... WR-KR Marvin Mims Jr. returns from a concussion that sidelined him for two games. ... Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins will miss the game.<h2>Series notes</h2>After Kansas City dominated the series for a decade, the Broncos have won two of their last three meetings, both in Denver, and they were about to win at Arrowhead Stadium last season until a blocked field goal attempt as time expired.<h2>Stats and stuff</h2>TE Travis Kelce needs one TD to break a tie with Priest Holmes for most in Chiefs history with 84. ... Kelce has caught a pass in 183 straight games, the longest streak in franchise history. It's also the longest active streak in the NFL. ... DT Chris Jones needs four sacks to pass Neil Smith (85.5) for third-most in Chiefs history. ... Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes needs 299 yards passing to reach 35,000. He will be playing his 122nd regular-season game and would break Matt Stafford’s record (126) for fastest to reach the milestone. ... Mahomes is 36-6 against the AFC West. One of the losses was to the Chargers in their season opener. ... Mahomes has thrown for at least 250 yards in six consecutive games. ... Chiefs WR Rashee Rice has scored a TD in each of his three games this season. ... The Broncos have won their last 10 games at home, the longest such streak in the NFL. ... Denver has won seven straight games, the franchise's longest winning streak since 2012, when they won 11 consecutive games during Peyton Manning's first season in navy and orange. ... The Broncos' plus-35 sack differential is the largest by a team in the first 10 games of a season in NFL history. ... QB Bo Nix on Sunday can become the fourth QB in league history with multiple TD passes in 10 home games within his first two seasons in the NFL. ... RJ Harvey ranks first among rookie running backs with 25 receptions and is tied for third among rookies with four TD catches. ... WR Courtland Sutton has three or more catches in 11 consecutive home games. ... WR Troy Franklin aims for his fourth straight home game with a touchdown grab. ... LB Nik Bonitto had 1 1/2 sacks and two tackles for loss against the Raiders last week. He ranks third in the NFL with 9 1/2 sacks. ... DE Zach Allen has six consecutive games with at least half a sack, the longest active streak in the NFL.<h2>Fantasy tips</h2>Harvey has been a better producer in the passing game (four touchdown catches) than the ground game (two TDs) but he should get a heavier workload with Dobbins sidelined.

🏈 Chiefs vs. Broncos: Mahomes faces NFL's top pass rush in Denver showdown

Three 2024 national tournament qualifiers make up the field for the 2025 Hutch Women's Classic this weekend at the Sports Arena.

The No. 19-ranked Hutchinson Blue Dragons will meet 2024 Region 2 champion Murray State and Region 9 representative Otero this weekend. No. 20-ranked and defending Region 16 champion State Fair is the fourth team in the field.

All games will be streamed for free on the Blue Dragon Sports Network and all Hutchinson games will be either on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5).

The Blue Dragons enter play this weekend with a 3-1 record. Hutchinson saw a 33-game homecourt win streak snapped after a 66-56 loss to NEO last Friday in the BSN Sports Tip-Off Classic. The Dragons rebounded with a 78-61 win over Neosho County on Saturday.

Hutchinson will play Murray State at 6 p.m. on Friday. The Aggies are 3-1 so far with its only loss to Division II top-ranked Johnson County in the season opener. Murray State has since defeated Highland, Arkansas Cossatot and North Idaho.

One year ago in the BSN Classic, Murray State gave the Blue Dragons all they could handle in a 69-68 Hutchinson victory. The Blue Dragons led 61-42 entering the fourth quarter and the Aggies outscored the Dragons 26-8 in the final 10 minutes and had the final shot of the game to win it.

Otero - Hutchinson's Saturday 4 p.m. opponent - is 0-5 thus far with four losses to KJCCC competition. The Rattlers have lost to Seward County twice (91-85 in OT and 80-71) and twice to Garden City (74-65 and 77-70). Otero's other loss was to Laramie County (93-54).

No. 20 State Fair has started the year 5-0.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1763050740645.jpeg" alt="Jamya McPherson and the No. 19-ranked Blue Dragon women's basketball team play host to the Hutch Women's Classic this weekend at the Sports Arena. (Sammi Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
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 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationThree 2024 national tournament qualifiers make up the field for the 2025 Hutch Women's Classic this weekend at the Sports Arena.The No. 19-ranked Hutchinson Blue Dragons will meet 2024 Region 2 champion Murray State and Region 9 representative Otero this weekend. No. 20-ranked and defending Region 16 champion State Fair is the fourth team in the field.All games will be streamed for free on the Blue Dragon Sports Network and all Hutchinson games will be either on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5).<div>BLUE DRAGON WOMEN'S BASKETBALL 2025 Hutch Women's Classic When: Friday-Saturday, November 14-15 At: Hutchinson Sports Arena Friday's Schedule 4 p.m.: No. 20 State Fair (5-0) vs. Otero (0-5) -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=3068296">VIDEO LINK</a> 6 p.m.: No. 19 Hutchinson (3-1) vs. Murray State (3-1) -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=3068311">VIDEO LINK</a> Saturday's Schedule 2 p.m.: No. 20 State Fair vs. Murray State -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=3068335">VIDEO LINK</a> 4 p.m.: No. 19 Hutchinson vs. Otero -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=3068363">VIDEO LINK</a> Radio (Hutchinson Games only):&nbsp;Friday:&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450.98.5)</a>, 5:45 p.m.&nbsp;/&nbsp;Saturday:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/admin/tinymce4/radio.securenetsystems.net/v5/KWBW" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KWBW-AM/FM (1450.98.5), 3:45 p.m.</a> Video (all 4 games):&nbsp;<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/information/Athletics_Tab/BDSN_Schedule">Blue Dragon Sports Network</a> X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/files/Game_5-6_Hutch_Womens_Classic.pdf">CLICK FOR FULL BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a></div>The Blue Dragons enter play this weekend with a 3-1 record. Hutchinson saw a 33-game homecourt win streak snapped after a 66-56 loss to NEO last Friday in the BSN Sports Tip-Off Classic. The Dragons rebounded with a 78-61 win over Neosho County on Saturday.Hutchinson will play Murray State at 6 p.m. on Friday. The Aggies are 3-1 so far with its only loss to Division II top-ranked Johnson County in the season opener. Murray State has since defeated Highland, Arkansas Cossatot and North Idaho.One year ago in the BSN Classic, Murray State gave the Blue Dragons all they could handle in a 69-68 Hutchinson victory. The Blue Dragons led 61-42 entering the fourth quarter and the Aggies outscored the Dragons 26-8 in the final 10 minutes and had the final shot of the game to win it.Otero - Hutchinson's Saturday 4 p.m. opponent - is 0-5 thus far with four losses to KJCCC competition. The Rattlers have lost to Seward County twice (91-85 in OT and 80-71) and twice to Garden City (74-65 and 77-70). Otero's other loss was to Laramie County (93-54).No. 20 State Fair has started the year 5-0.

🏀 Strong field makes up Hutch Women's Classic this weekend 

No. 10 Iowa Central (6-3) at No. 11 Garden City (6-3, 3-2), 11 a.m. No. 13 Butler (5-3, 3-2) at Dodge City (1-8, 1-4), 1 p.m. No. 1 Hutchinson (8-0, 4-0) at Highland (0-9, 0-5), 1 p.m. No. 7 Coffeyville (6-3, 4-1) at Independence (4-6, 2-3), 6 p.m.

Sterling (1-9, 0-4) at No. 24 McPherson (8-2, 2-2), noon Bethel (3-7, 1-3) at Ottawa (5-5, 3-1), 1 p.m. No. 23 Southwestern (7-3, 2-2) at Kansas Wesleyan (7-3, 3-1), 1 p.m. No. 4 Friends (10-0, 4-0) at Saint Mary (3-7, 1-3), 1 p.m. Tabor (4-6, 2-2) at Avila (1-9, 1-3), 1 p.m. Bethany (3-7, 1-3) at Evangel (8-2, 4-0), 1:05 p.m.

Central Missouri (4-6, 4-4) at Nebraska Kearney (6-4, 4-4), noon Fort Hays State (5-5, 4-4) at Emporia State (5-5, 4-4), 1 p.m. Washburn (2-8, 1-7) at Missouri Southern (3-7, 1-7), 1 p.m. No. 12 Northwest Missouri (9-1, 8-0) vs. No. 7 Pittsburg State (8-2, 7-1), 1:30 p.m. (in Kansas City) Central Oklahoma (5-5, 5-3) at Missouri Western (3-7, 2-6), 2 p.m.

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 </figure><h2>KJCCC</h2>No. 10 Iowa Central (6-3) at No. 11 Garden City (6-3, 3-2), 11 a.m. No. 13 Butler (5-3, 3-2) at Dodge City (1-8, 1-4), 1 p.m. No. 1 Hutchinson (8-0, 4-0) at Highland (0-9, 0-5), 1 p.m. No. 7 Coffeyville (6-3, 4-1) at Independence (4-6, 2-3), 6 p.m.<h2>KCAC</h2>Sterling (1-9, 0-4) at No. 24 McPherson (8-2, 2-2), noon Bethel (3-7, 1-3) at Ottawa (5-5, 3-1), 1 p.m. No. 23 Southwestern (7-3, 2-2) at Kansas Wesleyan (7-3, 3-1), 1 p.m. No. 4 Friends (10-0, 4-0) at Saint Mary (3-7, 1-3), 1 p.m. Tabor (4-6, 2-2) at Avila (1-9, 1-3), 1 p.m. Bethany (3-7, 1-3) at Evangel (8-2, 4-0), 1:05 p.m.<h2>MIAA</h2>Central Missouri (4-6, 4-4) at Nebraska Kearney (6-4, 4-4), noon Fort Hays State (5-5, 4-4) at Emporia State (5-5, 4-4), 1 p.m. Washburn (2-8, 1-7) at Missouri Southern (3-7, 1-7), 1 p.m. No. 12 Northwest Missouri (9-1, 8-0) vs. No. 7 Pittsburg State (8-2, 7-1), 1:30 p.m. (in Kansas City) Central Oklahoma (5-5, 5-3) at Missouri Western (3-7, 2-6), 2 p.m.

🏈 KJCCC, KCAC, MIAA schedule for Nov. 15

<a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2025-26/boxscores/20251112_x4o2.xml?view=boxscore">BOX SCORE</a>

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College used a dominant defensive stretch and an 18-0 run to pull away from Labette Community College in a 79-55 win Wednesday night at the Sports Arena.

With the victory, the Blue Dragons improved to 5-1, while the Cardinals fell to 2-5.

Hutchinson closed the first half on a strong surge, but its best work came spanning the halves. Labette did not score from the 0:45 mark of the first half until the 12:53 mark of the second, a drought of over eight minutes of game time. During that span, the Blue Dragons ripped off an 18-0 run to turn a tight game into a comfortable lead.

Freshman Chudier Dorar led Hutchinson with 16 points on 7-of-10 shooting, adding seven rebounds and a block. Sophomore Kyrell Shaw added 15 points and hit a pair of 3-pointers, and sophomore Asher Boney posted his first career double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.

The Blue Dragons dominated the glass 46-25, including 13 offensive rebounds, and shot 48.5% from the floor.

Bobby Cannon provided a lift off the bench with nine points and seven rebounds, while Daleron Thomas and Anthony Alston each knocked down two 3-pointers.

Labette was led by Josiah Harris, who scored 16 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Tre Paige added 13 points, and Mukadi Mukoma chipped in six. The Cardinals hit 10 3-pointers but shot just 35.7% overall and were held to 21 points in the second half.

Hutchinson will host Garden City on Wednesday, Nov. 19 in the Jayhawk Conference opener at 7:30 p.m.

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 </figure><a href="https://bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2025-26/boxscores/20251112_x4o2.xml?view=boxscore">BOX SCORE</a>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College used a dominant defensive stretch and an 18-0 run to pull away from Labette Community College in a 79-55 win Wednesday night at the Sports Arena.With the victory, the Blue Dragons improved to 5-1, while the Cardinals fell to 2-5.Hutchinson closed the first half on a strong surge, but its best work came spanning the halves. Labette did not score from the 0:45 mark of the first half until the 12:53 mark of the second, a drought of over eight minutes of game time. During that span, the Blue Dragons ripped off an 18-0 run to turn a tight game into a comfortable lead.Freshman Chudier Dorar led Hutchinson with 16 points on 7-of-10 shooting, adding seven rebounds and a block. Sophomore Kyrell Shaw added 15 points and hit a pair of 3-pointers, and sophomore Asher Boney posted his first career double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.The Blue Dragons dominated the glass 46-25, including 13 offensive rebounds, and shot 48.5% from the floor.Bobby Cannon provided a lift off the bench with nine points and seven rebounds, while Daleron Thomas and Anthony Alston each knocked down two 3-pointers.Labette was led by Josiah Harris, who scored 16 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Tre Paige added 13 points, and Mukadi Mukoma chipped in six. The Cardinals hit 10 3-pointers but shot just 35.7% overall and were held to 21 points in the second half.Hutchinson will host Garden City on Wednesday, Nov. 19 in the Jayhawk Conference opener at 7:30 p.m.

🏀 Dragons use lockdown stretch to cruise past Labette

By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Pro Football Writer

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are a hurting bunch as they prepare for their showdown with the nine-time defending AFC West champion Kansas City Chiefs this weekend.

They're still without their best defensive player with cornerback Pat Surtain (strained pectoral) about to miss his third straight game. Their leading tackler, Alex Singleton, is recovering from surgery to remove a cancerous testicular tumor and will miss at least one game and possibly more.

And their best offensive player so far, running back J.K. Dobbins, is nursing a left foot injury that is expected to sideline him, as well.

“It's our league,” coach Sean Payton said Wednesday. "You've heard me say that and we've played teams earlier in the season that have been in this position. You know, I won't get into any of the individuals, but it has to be the next man up. And you know we just finished a pretty good stretch” of seven victories in 39 days. “Now, we'll play one game in 23 days.”

The Broncos (8-2) have been installed as slight underdogs against the Chiefs (5-4), but they could bury K.C. in the divisional race with an 11th consecutive home victory Sunday at Empower Field.

They'll have to rely on several backups at key positions to get it done.

Dobbins limped off the field after an illegal but uncalled hip-drop tackle by Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson late in the third quarter of Denver's 10-7 win over Las Vegas last Thursday night.

Concerns about his health dissipated after he returned and carried six times for 25 yards as the Broncos chewed up the final 4 1/2 minutes in the fourth quarter to secure their seventh straight win, and afterward he dismissed concerns about his health.

“I got hip-dropped. I’m good,’’ Dobbins said after rushing for 77 yards on 18 carries. “Yeah, I had a little limp there but it wasn’t bad. I’m all good. The hip-drop should have been called, though. But I’m all good.”

The next day, though, Dobbins posted an obscenity-laced rant on X, calling for the hip-drop tackles to be penalized, and he sought additional medical guidance. He missed Wednesday's practice as the Broncos installed their game plan featuring several backups.

Dobbins ranks No. 3 in the NFL with 774 yards rushing on 5 yards per carry. Rookie RJ Harvey is a distant second on the team with 214 rushing yards and his biggest contributions so far have come in the passing game with four touchdown catches.

“Listen, when we drafted him, it was his running skill set” that stood out, Payton said of Harvey. “Then you have experience in a guy like Jaleel (McLaughlin), who is explosive and has been champing at the bit. And so yeah I think sometimes players are not held back but you're watching (rookie receiver) Pat Bryant grow right before our eyes, and you're starting to see that with R.J.

"And obviously he'll have more opportunities here this game. So he's built. When you see his frame, he's built to last and that's important.”

Quarterback Bo Nix said the Broncos have faith in their depth.

“We practice all year long and go through OTAs and training camp with a lot of different pieces to the puzzle for a reason,” he said. “... I feel like everybody who's ever played this sport missed a game at some point in their life and it's a physical game played by tough people and so it's going to always present that challenge.”

Also missing practice were Surtain, wide receiver Trent Sherfield (leg), tight end Nate Adkins (knee) OLB Jonah Elliss (hamstring). On Wednesday, the Broncos also signed wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey from the New York Giants' practice squad. Humphrey played in Denver the last two seasons.

The good news for Denver is wide receiver/kick returner Marvin Mims practiced again and is hopeful to return against the Chiefs after missing two games with a concussion.

The Chiefs, who have owned the division since 2016, have their own concerns as running back Isiah Pacheco has a knee injury, but Patrick Mahomes could be getting both of his starting tackles back. First-round pick Josh Simmons has returned to the team after dealing with a family matter and right tackle Jawaan Taylor is coming back from a sprained ankle.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1763032128032.jpeg" alt="Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins runs with the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)" />
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 </figure>By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Pro Football WriterENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are a hurting bunch as they prepare for their showdown with the nine-time defending AFC West champion Kansas City Chiefs this weekend.They're still without their best defensive player with cornerback Pat Surtain (strained pectoral) about to miss his third straight game. Their leading tackler, Alex Singleton, is recovering from surgery to remove a cancerous testicular tumor and will miss at least one game and possibly more.And their best offensive player so far, running back J.K. Dobbins, is nursing a left foot injury that is expected to sideline him, as well.“It's our league,” coach Sean Payton said Wednesday. "You've heard me say that and we've played teams earlier in the season that have been in this position. You know, I won't get into any of the individuals, but it has to be the next man up. And you know we just finished a pretty good stretch” of seven victories in 39 days. “Now, we'll play one game in 23 days.”And what a big game it is, too.The Broncos (8-2) have been installed as slight underdogs against the Chiefs (5-4), but they could bury K.C. in the divisional race with an 11th consecutive home victory Sunday at Empower Field.They'll have to rely on several backups at key positions to get it done.Dobbins limped off the field after an illegal but uncalled hip-drop tackle by Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson late in the third quarter of Denver's 10-7 win over Las Vegas last Thursday night.Concerns about his health dissipated after he returned and carried six times for 25 yards as the Broncos chewed up the final 4 1/2 minutes in the fourth quarter to secure their seventh straight win, and afterward he dismissed concerns about his health.“I got hip-dropped. I’m good,’’ Dobbins said after rushing for 77 yards on 18 carries. “Yeah, I had a little limp there but it wasn’t bad. I’m all good. The hip-drop should have been called, though. But I’m all good.”The next day, though, Dobbins posted an obscenity-laced rant on X, calling for the hip-drop tackles to be penalized, and he sought additional medical guidance. He missed Wednesday's practice as the Broncos installed their game plan featuring several backups.Dobbins ranks No. 3 in the NFL with 774 yards rushing on 5 yards per carry. Rookie RJ Harvey is a distant second on the team with 214 rushing yards and his biggest contributions so far have come in the passing game with four touchdown catches.“Listen, when we drafted him, it was his running skill set” that stood out, Payton said of Harvey. “Then you have experience in a guy like Jaleel (McLaughlin), who is explosive and has been champing at the bit. And so yeah I think sometimes players are not held back but you're watching (rookie receiver) Pat Bryant grow right before our eyes, and you're starting to see that with R.J."And obviously he'll have more opportunities here this game. So he's built. When you see his frame, he's built to last and that's important.”Quarterback Bo Nix said the Broncos have faith in their depth.“We practice all year long and go through OTAs and training camp with a lot of different pieces to the puzzle for a reason,” he said. “... I feel like everybody who's ever played this sport missed a game at some point in their life and it's a physical game played by tough people and so it's going to always present that challenge.”Also missing practice were Surtain, wide receiver Trent Sherfield (leg), tight end Nate Adkins (knee) OLB Jonah Elliss (hamstring). On Wednesday, the Broncos also signed wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey from the New York Giants' practice squad. Humphrey played in Denver the last two seasons.The good news for Denver is wide receiver/kick returner Marvin Mims practiced again and is hopeful to return against the Chiefs after missing two games with a concussion.The Chiefs, who have owned the division since 2016, have their own concerns as running back Isiah Pacheco has a knee injury, but Patrick Mahomes could be getting both of his starting tackles back. First-round pick Josh Simmons has returned to the team after dealing with a family matter and right tackle Jawaan Taylor is coming back from a sprained ankle.

🏈 The Broncos will be relying on several backups at key positions when they face the Chiefs

&nbsp; LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;– Trent Perry has signed a National Letter of Intent to play men's basketball at Kansas, KU head coach&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/bill-self/938">Bill Self</a>&nbsp;announced today. Perry will be a freshman at Kansas for the 2026-27 season.

Described as a shooting guard who can also play small forward, Perry, 6-foot-5, 190 pounds, is playing at Link Academy in Branson, Missouri. A native of Frisco, Texas, Perry played at Lone Star High School and averaged 13.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 3.0 steals per game, prior to Link Academy.

Perry has been described as having a high motor who creates extra possessions with his defense. Additionally, Perry has great length that includes a 7-foot-2 wingspan."

Trent is a winner," Self said. "He does a little bit of everything. He's athletic. He's got size. He's a guy that can play multiple positions on the floor. I feel like when Trent is on your team, your team's automatically better."

Ranked No. 77 by ESPN.com, Perry played AAU basketball for Mokan Elite. Additionally, Perry participated in training camp for the 2023 USA Men's U16 National Team in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with USA Basketball.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kansas Athletics&nbsp;&nbsp; LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;– Trent Perry has signed a National Letter of Intent to play men's basketball at Kansas, KU head coach&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/bill-self/938">Bill Self</a>&nbsp;announced today. Perry will be a freshman at Kansas for the 2026-27 season. Described as a shooting guard who can also play small forward, Perry, 6-foot-5, 190 pounds, is playing at Link Academy in Branson, Missouri. A native of Frisco, Texas, Perry played at Lone Star High School and averaged 13.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 3.0 steals per game, prior to Link Academy.Perry has been described as having a high motor who creates extra possessions with his defense. Additionally, Perry has great length that includes a 7-foot-2 wingspan."Trent is a winner," Self said. "He does a little bit of everything. He's athletic. He's got size. He's a guy that can play multiple positions on the floor. I feel like when Trent is on your team, your team's automatically better."Ranked No. 77 by ESPN.com, Perry played AAU basketball for Mokan Elite. Additionally, Perry participated in training camp for the 2023 USA Men's U16 National Team in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with USA Basketball.&nbsp;&nbsp;

🏀 Trent Perry signs to play at Kansas 

&nbsp; LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;– Standout point guard Taylen Kinney has signed a National Letter of Intent to play men's basketball at Kansas, KU head coach&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/bill-self/938">Bill Self</a>&nbsp;announced today. Kinney will be a freshman at Kansas for the 2026-27 season.

Kinney, 6-foot-2, 185 pounds, plays for RWE at Overtime Elite in Atlanta. The Newport, Kentucky, native averaged 20.1 points, 5.0 assists and 4.0 rebounds per game for RWE in the Overtime Elite League during the 2024-25 season."

Taylen's one of the best point guards in the country," Self said. "He's a scoring point. He can shoot. He's got great vision. He can create for himself and create for others. Taylen's transition to college ball should be seamless. He's prepared to run a college basketball team."

A five-star recruit, Kinney is ranked No. 13 by 247Sports.com, No. 17 by ESPN.com, and No. 25 by Rivals.com. He is ranked as the No. 1 point guard in the country by 247Sports.com.Kinney will join three other Overtime Elite players on the current Kansas roster including&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/samis-calderon/16515">Samis Calderon</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/kohl-rosario/16520">Kohl Rosario</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/bryson-tiller/16517">Bryson Tiller</a>.

Kinney becomes the second signee for Kansas men's basketball. Guard Trent Perry also signed with KU on Nov. 12.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1762984693735.png" alt="Tylen Kinney" />
 <figcaption>Tylen Kinney</figcaption>
 </figure>Kansas Athletics&nbsp; LAWRENCE, Kan.&nbsp;– Standout point guard Taylen Kinney has signed a National Letter of Intent to play men's basketball at Kansas, KU head coach&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/bill-self/938">Bill Self</a>&nbsp;announced today. Kinney will be a freshman at Kansas for the 2026-27 season.Kinney, 6-foot-2, 185 pounds, plays for RWE at Overtime Elite in Atlanta. The Newport, Kentucky, native averaged 20.1 points, 5.0 assists and 4.0 rebounds per game for RWE in the Overtime Elite League during the 2024-25 season."Taylen's one of the best point guards in the country," Self said. "He's a scoring point. He can shoot. He's got great vision. He can create for himself and create for others. Taylen's transition to college ball should be seamless. He's prepared to run a college basketball team."A five-star recruit, Kinney is ranked No. 13 by 247Sports.com, No. 17 by ESPN.com, and No. 25 by Rivals.com. He is ranked as the No. 1 point guard in the country by 247Sports.com.Kinney will join three other Overtime Elite players on the current Kansas roster including&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/samis-calderon/16515">Samis Calderon</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/kohl-rosario/16520">Kohl Rosario</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://kuathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/bryson-tiller/16517">Bryson Tiller</a>.Kinney becomes the second signee for Kansas men's basketball. Guard Trent Perry also signed with KU on Nov. 12.&nbsp;&nbsp;

🏀 Five star guard Taylen Kinney signs with Kansas

The Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team wraps up its non-conference schedule on Wednesday with a matchup against an old Jayhawk East opponent, the Labette Cardinals.

Tipoff between the Blue Dragons (4-1) and Cardinals (2-4) is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Hutchinson Sports Arena. The Blue Dragon women do not play on Wednesday night.

The game will be broadcast live beginning at 6:45 p.m. on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and on sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) with Sean Boston (PBP) and Dan Naccarato (color) calling the action. The game will also be streamed on the Blue Dragon Sports Network at 6:45 p.m.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/11/1762956285275.jpeg" alt="Chudier Dorar and the Blue Dragon men's basketball team squares off against the Labette Cardinals at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Sports Arena (Sammi Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information)" />
 <figcaption>Chudier Dorar and the Blue Dragon men's basketball team squares off against the Labette Cardinals at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Sports Arena (Sammi Carpenter/Blue Dragon Sports Information)</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutchinson CC Sports InformationThe Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team wraps up its non-conference schedule on Wednesday with a matchup against an old Jayhawk East opponent, the Labette Cardinals.Tipoff between the Blue Dragons (4-1) and Cardinals (2-4) is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Hutchinson Sports Arena. The Blue Dragon women do not play on Wednesday night.The game will be broadcast live beginning at 6:45 p.m. on Blue Dragon flagship station KHUT-FM (102.9) and on sister stations KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5) with Sean Boston (PBP) and Dan Naccarato (color) calling the action. The game will also be streamed on the Blue Dragon Sports Network at 6:45 p.m.<div>BLUE DRAGON MEN'S BASKETBALL Hutchinson (4-1) vs. Labette (2-4) When: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Where: Hutchinson Sports Arena, Hutchinson, KS Tipoff: 7 p.m. Radio:<a href="https://streamdb5web.securenetsystems.net/v5/KHUT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KHUT-FM (102.9); KWBW-AM/FM (1450/98.5), 6:45 p.m. &ndash; Sean Boston (PBP); Dan Naccarato (Color)</a> Video:<a href="https://www.kjcccsports.net/hutchcc/?B=3066051">Blue Dragon Sports Network, 6:45 p.m.</a> X: @bluedragonsport <a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2025-26/files/Game_6_men_-_Labette.pdf">CLICK FOR BLUE DRAGON GAME NOTES (PDF Format)</a></div>Hutchinson comes into the game after an 88-72 victory over Lamar in the final game of the BSN Sports Tip-Off Classic last Saturday at the Sports Arena. Sophomore&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2025-26/bios/shaw_kyrell_v507">Kyrell Shaw</a>&nbsp;had career highs of 37 points and 13 rebounds for his first double-double as a Blue Dragon.Saturday's performance was a rebound game from Friday's first loss of the season, a 71-68 setback against Southwestern Christian.Through five games, Shaw is leading the Blue Dragons at 21.6 points per game. Forward&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bluedragonsports.com/sports/mbkb/2025-26/bios/cannon_bobby_almy">Bobby Cannon</a>&nbsp;is averaging 19.6 points per game.The Blue Dragons are averaging 86.0 points per game. They are shooting 46.4 percent overall and 35.8 percent from 3-point range. Defensively, the Dragons are allowing 70.2 points per game.Of their six games played, the Division II Cardinals have played four NJCAA Division I opponents. They are 0-4 against Independence (96-83), Cowley (95-65), Iowa Western (95-55) and Ellsworth (85-71).Freshman guard Tre Paige leads the Cardinals with 12.2 points per game. Josiah Harris is averaging 12.0 points.The Cardinals are averaging 81.8 points per game, while allowing 70.0 points per game defensively. The Cardinals are shooting 47.7 percent, 37.4 percent from 3-point range.Wednesday's game will be the 51st all-time meeting between Hutchinson and Labette. The Blue Dragons and Cardinals will play for the fourth-consecutive season. Last season, the Blue Dragons won 72-60 for their sixth-straight victory over Labette. The Blue Dragons own a 36-14 all-time record against Labette.