Thread by @Co_Sexton

I’ve had a hard time putting into words what we all witnessed last night and throughout this 2022 season.

One word stuck out: Relentless - one of Coach Leipold’s three pillars for the program (a thread):

2/8: This team has been the epitome of relentless the last 18 months. They’ve accepted a new standard of excellence and never waver on that no matter the stakes. Look at games like WV, UH, BU, and last night against ARK. Most teams would have folded, our guys are relentless.

3/8: These seniors experienced more turnover and instability than any other program in the country throughout their time here. They were willing to buy into the relentless mindset and set the true foundation for what KU Football can be. They’ve been relentless leaders & teammates

4/8: Coach Leipold/staff are relentless in their approach in all that they do. They push us as an administration and hold us accountable to always do what’s best for the guys and the program. Coach has been relentless and will continue to be nothing but that.

5/8: The fans & students deserve this just as much if not more than anyone. It’s been a hard decade with a lot of tribulation, but the fans and supporters have been relentless in their support, near and far. The crowd last night was a true testament to what we can be as a fanbase

6/8: Our campus partners and community partners have bought in to what football can truly do for this University and the City of Lawrence. They’ve been relentless in their support this past season from CGD, three consecutive sellouts and the first bowl appearance in too long

7/8: Our dept, driven by @tgoff11, is relentless in our everyday duties with football. We know in order to reach new heights and sustain those heights it’s going to take a relentless effort from everyone. It’s been incredible to see the work put in across each area of the dept

8/8: Couldn’t be more proud of everyone who has contributed to this program in 2022. The transformation that has occurred under Coach’s leadership is something we should not take for granted. In order to sustain it and continue to improve, every single one of us has to continue..

9/8: ..to be relentless. Off-season begins now. 247 days til opening kickoff to the 2023 season. 247 days to be relentless for this program - however that may pertain to you, let’s take ownership on ensuring winning doesn’t feel foreign anymore. #RockChalk