How to watch LIU Kansas: ESPNU channel, time, stream
You can watch the LIU Kansas matchup live on ESPNU at 7 p.m. CT on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, from David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence. Stream the Jayhawks' season opener on ESPN+. Redshirt sophomore Isaiah Marshall starts at quarterback for Kansas against FCS Long Island.
Key Takeaways
- Kickoff is Friday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. CT in Lawrence.
- TV coverage airs on ESPNU; the livestream is on ESPN+.
- Kansas opens under new starter Isaiah Marshall versus FCS LIU.
- LIU is 0-1 after a 42-21 loss at North Dakota.
- KU hosts Missouri next on Sept. 11 after this opener.
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What channel is LIU Kansas on tonight?
According to The Topeka Capital-Journal, the LIU Kansas game broadcasts on ESPNU. ESPN+ is the listed livestream option for fans without a traditional cable package.
KU Sports also lists radio coverage on the Jayhawk Radio Network in Lawrence via KLWN AM 1320, K269GB FM 101.7 and KKSW FM 105.9 for listeners following along on the go.
When does Kansas vs LIU kick off, and where?
The season opener tips at 7 p.m. Central Time on Friday, Sept. 4 inside David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. It is the first of two straight home dates for the Jayhawks, who welcome Missouri on Sept. 11 before a neutral-site meeting with Arizona State on Sept. 19.
There is no prior series history between Kansas and Long Island. Betting markets cited by KU Sports have Kansas favored by about 41.5 points with an over/under near 54.5.
Why does the LIU Kansas opener matter for KU?
Kansas finished 2025 at 5-7 and opens a remade roster under coach Lance Leipold. Isaiah Marshall, a redshirt sophomore, won the starting quarterback job to replace Jalon Daniels, while Andy Kotelnicki returned as associate head coach and offensive play caller.
Long Island plays at the FCS level and already logged a Week 0 loss, trailing 42-0 at halftime before falling 42-21 at North Dakota. Leipold still urged his team to stay locked in, noting LIU kept competing and had beaten FBS Eastern Michigan early in 2025.
The Sharks bring a new offensive coordinator and used multiple quarterbacks last season. For Kansas, the night is an early measuring stick before Big 12 play and a chance for Marshall to settle in under the lights at the renovated home stadium.