Watch Out, KU!

Jim Chappell, the owner of Chappell's Restaurant in North Kansas City, loves to tell stories. Especially other people's. One of his favorites is from Hall of Fame quarterback Len Dawson. According to Chappell, Dawson said tackle Dave Hill perfected the "Watch Out!" block. A defensive lineman would get past Hill and he'd turn around to Dawson and shout "Watch Out!"

I'm going to provide a "Watch Out!" block for KU.

In case you haven't heard, the No. 2-ranked Oregon Ducks were knocked off by Arizona last night. The Ducks are about the 47th team this season to hold the No. 2 ranking only to be upset. They're following in the footsteps of teams such as USC and USF. Although the Jayhawks won't officially be the second-ranked team in the country when they take on Iowa State this weekend, it may feel like it. The Cyclones have been surging in recent weeks. So, KU, "Watch Out!"

But, assuming KU gets past Iowa State, they'll likely be second-ranked in the polls when they meet a great Missouri team at Arrowhead on Thanksgiving weekend. Probably enough said. Kansas will be in good company, though.

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On a side note, Dave-O and I will have a special KU-MU "Behind the Stats" show next week. Since it's Thanksgiving, we're taping on Monday, Nov. 19, at noon at Chappell's (323 Armour Road). Right now we're scheduled to have Steve Renko and Frank Seurer representing KU and Corby Jones representing MU. (We're awaiting word from another ex-Tiger.) We hope you can join us then. If not, and even if so, be sure to listen Thanksgiving night from 6-7 p.m. on 1140-AM and 1160-AM in the Kansas City area.

Matt

Catbackers Unite

Before the time gets away, Dave and I want to thank the KC Catbackers for allowing us to look like a couple of goofballs last Tuesday at their weekly gathering at the Lucky Brewgrille in Mission. In case you're a K-State fan, you definitely want to check out this group. Besides their downfall of inviting Dave and I, they have a great time and they love their Wildcats.

I've found through my unscientific research that K-State fans are some of the best (translated: nicest) fans in college sports. That certainly held true last week.

Even though the CD we took to display some of our better "Behind the Stats" shows didn't so much work, we're hoping you guys enjoyed at least some of our stories. (The clips that were on that CD, incidentally, can be accessed here.)

By the way, here's my lone shameless plug of the day. If you're looking for a good place to nap next Sunday the 18th around 3 p.m., come by Claridge Court at about 80th and Mission. I'll be there telling stories from a couple of my books.

Well, one more plug. Former Chiefs quarterback Bill Kenney will be our guest on "Behind the Stats" this Thursday. Stop by Chappell's Restaurant and Sports Museum on Thursday night from 6-7 to join us for an entertaining guest.

Matt