Arizona State coach notes Kansas got extra rest before London game despite 'unwritten rule'
Dillingham said Kansas has an unwritten scheduling edge after a Friday game, while Arizona State traveled from Texas to London without returning home.
- Arizona State and Kansas will face off at Wembley Stadium on Saturday for the inaugural Union Jack Classic, serving as the Big 12 Conference opener for both teams.
- Dillingham expressed frustration that Kansas received extra rest before the trip, arguing the disparity violates an "unwritten rule" requiring teams in unique matchups to share similar travel schedules.
- Focusing on film study, Dillingham said "That's the first time I've been outside in 48 hours" Tuesday after the Sun Devils' first practice at the Lensbury Resort.
- Kansas head coach Lance Leipold prepared his team for a Wednesday arrival while praising Arizona State defensive coordinator Brian Ward and the Sun Devils' dynamic offense.
- Both teams enter the game looking to rebound from losses, as Dillingham emphasized that playing in a historic venue offers his athletes a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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