The final score doesn't inspire confidence, but there were at least moments in the Jayhawks' 56-34 home loss to West Virginia when team showed real signs of life. Offensive coordinator Doug Meacham came out of the gate with a change of pace game plan that included 12 running plays on KU's 13 play opening drive. That included 70 yards for sophomore running back Khalil Herbert, but the drive ultimately stalled at the six yard line, where Kansas would kick a field goal to take an early lead.
After forcing a quick punt, KU had a short possession of their own, and from that point on, the first half looked a lot like what most fans expected.