Who will emerge as the Kansas Jayhawks basketball team's X-factor this season? The hunt for KU's third-best player takes center stage in this deep dive into the Jayhawks' roster.

Derek Johnson breaks down the top candidates to follow Darryn Peterson and Flory Bidunga, including Melvin Council Jr., Elmarko Jackson, Tre White, and Jayden Dawson. He analyzes their potential impact on KU's success and how they fit into coach Bill Self's strategy. The discussion explores how different players in this role could reshape the Jayhawks' performance. Will a three-point specialist or a defensive dynamo prove most valuable? Can KU's depth be its greatest strength?

Tune in for expert insights on the Kansas Jayhawks' path to March Madness glory and which players might hold the key to their success.

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