NCAA Fans Sound Off After Darryn Peterson’s Father Drops Cryptic Message Amid Growing Criticism

Potential top NBA pick Darryn Peterson responds to criticism of repeatedly missing Kansas games

Peterson has missed 11 of Kansas’ 27 games, while playing fewer than 25 minutes in seven of the 16 others. He was out for the Jayhawks’ upset win over No. 1 Arizona On Feb. 9.

NCAA Fans Sound Off After Darryn Peterson’s Father Drops Cryptic Message Amid Growing Criticism

Expectations were sky-high when Kansas secured five-star guard Darryn Peterson in 2024. Ranked No. 1 at his position and No. 3 overall by ESPN for 2025, he was viewed as the next big star to come through Kansas, following in the footsteps of names like Wilt Chamberlain, Paul Pierce, and Joel Embiid. But so far, his freshman year has been defined by injuries and inconsistent availability. Peterson has appeared in only 16 of Kansas’ 27 games so fa…

'Everybody's got an opinion on it:' Kansas' Darryn Peterson on injury narrative

Kansas basketball guard Darryn Peterson answered back on a narrative regarding his ongoing injuries in an interview with ESPN. Here's more.

Darryn Peterson sends strong message in response to ongoing backlash

Kansas' Darryn Peterson sent a strong message in response to backlash he has received just weeks before the NCAA Tournament.

Did Darryn Peterson's Dad Take Veiled Jab At Kansas? Cryptic Post Surfaces After Bill Self's Criticism

Darryn Peterson / Kansas Jayhawks Darryn Peterson’s dad added to the drama surrounding his son and the Kansas basketball program this season. Darryl Peterson II posted a cryptic message to Instagram referencing his son’s future. Many viewed it as a subtle jab at the Jayhawks. The post surfaced just days after Bill Self expressed frustration with his star player. Peterson’s saga in Lawrence has been well-documented. When on the court, he’s the be…

Inside college basketball's biggest question: What's going on with Darryn Peterson?

The projected No. 1 NBA draft pick has sat out enough time to cast uncertainty on his team's potential in March.