Toledo Guard Leroy Blyden Jr. Picks Kansas Over St. John's, and the Jayhawks Just Got Serious
Leroy Blyden Jr. is heading to Kansas. The Toledo transfer guard committed to the Jayhawks on Monday morning, his agent Brandon Grier confirmed, and it marks a solid grab for a program looking to rebuild its roster. Blyden visited Lawrence over the weekend before making his final call, choosing Kansas over St. John's in the process.
Who Is Blyden and What Does He Bring?
The 6-foot-1, 170-pound guard was a MAC Freshman of the Year candidate, which tells you the level of talent Kansas just landed. He visited both Lawrence and St. John's before deciding to commit to Bill Self's squad. This isn't just another transfer portal flip. Blyden was one of the top guards available after entering the portal, and Kansas moved fast to lock him down once he stepped foot in Lawrence.
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The Jayhawks have been aggressive in reshaping their roster over the last few weeks. Landing Blyden continues that trend and gives Kansas another weapon to work with heading into next season. This commitment shows the program is actively hunting talent and willing to compete in a crowded transfer market.
For Seattle sports fans paying attention to college hoops, keep an eye on where Kansas goes from here. The Jayhawks are making moves, and Blyden could be a key piece in whatever comes next.
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