Today, Andy kicks off the new season of the podcast with Jesse Newell of the Kansas City Star.

Topics discussed:

-What has been the biggest story for you to come out of camp this year?

-Can you really blame fans for their lack of optimism about this team?

-Does the hiring of Mike Vollmar show that maybe the administrative support for David Beaty hasn't necessarily been there?

-Is there a bare minimum number of wins for Beaty to keep his job?

-Assuming Beaty doesn't light the world on fire, how big of a hindrance is the $3M buyout to making a change?

-Which of your bold predictions do you think is the most likely to happen? Least likely?

-What is the biggest area of concern with this team heading into the season, and why is it the offensive line?

-How has KU managed to be last in ypg every year since 2010?

-Who on the roster is going to be a breakout star this year?

Over/Under:

-QBs to start a game for Kansas this year? (2.5)

-Steven Sims TD receptions (9.5)

-Khalil Herbert 200+ yard games (2.5)

-Times that Kansas is losing by less than 10 points at the half (4.5)

-Punts on 4th and 1 (11.5)

-Twitter Q&A (via @ChasenScott): What is your sushi order?

-Twitter Q&A (via @WillCorker): If KU wins the National Title this season, is Self a top 10 all time coach?

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