Kansas State’s 2027 Recruiting Surge Under Coach Collin Klein
Kansas State has secured a wave of four‑star and three‑star recruits, climbing to a top‑40 class nationally and cementing its place as the Big 12's most promising program.
Jun 25, 2026
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Kansas State has secured a wave of four‑star and three‑star recruits, climbing to a top‑40 class nationally and cementing its place as the Big 12's most promising program.
Laron Baker Jr., a 5‑foot‑10, 172‑pound prospect, announced his pledge to Kansas State on Tuesday, citing the program’s fit and his own ambitions.

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