Jackson Langendorf

Jackson Langendorf

Joined: Nov 9, 2024

Primarily covers Illinois football and basketball, and Kansas basketball, with an emphasis on analysis, features and recruiting. Langendorf, a third-generation University of Illinois alum, has been watching Illini basketball and football for as long as he can remember. An advertising student and journalism devotee, he has been writing for On SI since October 2024. He can be followed and reached on X @jglangendorf.

Nov 3, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) reacts during the second half against the Green Bay Phoenix at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Mar 12, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Rylan Griffen (6) drives to the basket during the first half against the UCF Knights at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Mar 20, 2025; Providence, RI, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Mar 19, 2025; Providence, RI, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self speaks to the media during a press conference at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Nov 30, 2024; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the second half against the Furman Paladins at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Basketball

The Jayhawks are featured in the latest list for two highly-touted recruits from the Class of 2026.

Veterans Memorial junior Billy White III is the All-South Texas Boys Basketball MVP on April 3, 2025, in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Basketball

Billy White III, a top-35 recruit from the Class of 2026, included Kansas in his final ten.

Mar 27, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Johnny Furphy (12) shoots during the second half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Basketball

The second year pro wasted no time making his impact on Saturday's contest with a poster slam halfway through the first quarter.

Oct 23, 2024; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self talks to media during the Big 12 Men’s Basketball Media Day at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Basketball

The Jayhawks are heavily pursuing Bryson Howard less than three weeks after officially extending him an offer.

Newport's Taylen Kinney (0) reacts after scoring two of his 13 points in the first half against Washington County at Wednesday's 2023 King of the Bluegrass basketball tournament at Fairdale High School. Dec. 20, 2023

Basketball

Taylen Kinney, the 11th-best player in the country, will schedule a visit with head coach Bill Self and Kansas.

Owasso’s Jalen Montonati is pictured as part of The Oklahoman’s Super 5 at Scissortail Park in Oklahoma City on Monday, April 7, 2025.

Basketball

The Wildcats are bringing in top-25 recruit Jalen Montonati for his first visit, as they move ahead of Kansas in the race for the long-range marksman.

Huntington Prep guard Darryn Peterson takes the ball up the court during the first half at Canton Memorial Field House, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024.

Basketball

The Jayhawks' incoming freshman was the top-ranked player in his high school class. But is he the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 draft?

Nov 19, 2024; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the second half against the North Carolina-Wilmington Seahawks at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Recruiting

The Jayhawks earned the commitment of Rosario on Tuesday. Here's what to expect from the 6-foot-5 wing.

Dec 8, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the first half against the Missouri Tigers at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

The Jayhawks entered the mix for Josh Irving, a 6-foot-10 center from California

Dec 31, 2024; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the second half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

The Jayhawks extended an offer to Bryson Howard - a top 30 recruit in 2026 and the son of Josh Howard

Mar 3, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts during the first half against the Houston Cougars at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Jayhawks landed the 6-foot-11 big man on Wednesday. Is he an immediate starter? What will be his role?

Mar 23, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun (0) reacts after making a basket during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Jayhawks have produced their fair share of NBA talent. Here's the run-down on each pick over the last five years.