The University of Kansas football team is set to play a game at Arrowhead Stadium, but three days before kickoff, no agreement has been signed. Despite this, preparations are underway, with the team planning to be at the stadium on Friday to get ready for the game against TCU. KU head coach Lance Leipold is excited about playing at the home of the Kansas City Chiefs and hopes for fan support.
The lack of a signed contract between KU and the Chiefs has raised concerns, with KU Athletics spokesperson Daniel Berk citing complexities, including insurance coverage, as one of the issues. The decision to move games to Kansas City was announced earlier in the year to accommodate the renovation of Memorial Stadium in Lawrence.
While the contract with Sporting Kansas City for the use of their park was provided before the season began, the agreement with the Chiefs for games at Arrowhead Stadium is still pending. Despite the delays and uncertainties, Berk is confident that an agreement will be reached.
The contract with Sporting KC outlined rental and operational costs, as well as revenue sharing terms. However, details of the potential agreement with the Chiefs remain unknown. The Chiefs have not commented on the situation.
Overall, there is anticipation for the upcoming game at Arrowhead Stadium, but the lack of a signed contract adds a layer of uncertainty to the situation. As negotiations continue, both KU and the Chiefs are working towards finalizing an agreement to ensure the game takes place as planned.
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