Without a doubt, the biggest surprise of 2007 turned out to be Kansas. Then-sophomore QB Todd Reesing was not even projected to be the starter heading into the season. All of that has changed now. Reesing not only did well as a first time starter, but he dotted many of the 2007 Heisman ‘short lists’ at season's end. The question now remains...was last year a one-time deal for Coach Mark Magino and his team? The second most asked question then remains (and directly pertains)...is Todd Reesing also just a one-and-done wonder? The answers are hard to determine. Kansas returns the gist of a BCS bowl team, so we know the talent is there for a repeat performance. This time, however, they will be a marked team with a much more difficult schedule. South Florida joins the non-conference list, and Oklahoma and Texas will be a part of the league schedule as opposed to a season prior - the ’08 Jayhawks get no easy ride. In answer to the second question concerning Reesing, he has proven to be worthy of retaining All-Big 12 honors in a conference that maintains (just about) the best collection of QBs anywhere (Daniel, Bradford, Harrell, McCoy). His receivers will be missing two of the top three stat grabbers in Fine and Henry. But the combination of Dexton Fields and transformed QB-into-WR Kerry Meier is more than qualified to fill the holes. Gone is All-Conference RB Brandon McAnderson. The OL returns four senior starters and gives the new RBs a solid chance at a rebuilding effort. Defensively, the Jayhawks are primed to be one of the better groups in the Big 12 with so many upperclassmen peppering the depth chart. Team leading tackler Joe Mortensen solidifies an experienced front seven which finished the regular season seventh nationally in run defense. The biggest "wait-and-see" comes in the form of long-time starter Aqib Talib (All-American, Second Team, AP) and whether he decides to return for his senior season. He has been a staple for this group while also being gifted enough to line up at receiver when needed. His knack for interceptions is a big reason why Kansas was able to finish tops nationally in turnover margin. Repeating the success of 2007 will be more difficult given the schedule upgrade, but with so much experience back, they are deserving of a top ten preseason ranking.