The 1943 Kansas Jayhawks football team represented the University of Kansas in the Big Six Conference during the 1943 college football season. In their first season under head coach Henry Shenk, the Jayhawks compiled a 4–5–1 record (2–3 against conference opponents), tied for fourth place in the conference, and were outscored by opponents by a combined total of 107 to 96.2017 Kansas Football Media Guide, p. 183. They played their home games at Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas.
The team's statistical leaders included Bob George with 180 rushing yards and 288 passing yards, Charlie Moffatt with 230 receiving yards, and Bob Carson with 25 points scored (four touchdowns and one extra point).2017 Kansas Football Media Guide, pp. 127-138. George Dick was the team captain.
In the final Litkenhous Ratings, Kansas ranked 103rd among the nation's college and service teams with a rating of 65.6.
Schedule
After the season NFL draft The following Jayhawks were selected in the 1944 NFL draft following the season.
19Ray EvansBackChicago Bears987Gene LongGuardBoston Yanks26264Warren HodgesTackleChicago Cardinals30310George DickEndDetroit Lions
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