K-State’s 2026 Football Outlook: Five Players Set to Define a Potential Breakout Season
A look at the key Wildcats whose performances could turn preseason optimism into a conference championship run.
Aug 26, 2026
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Klein’s First Season: Balancing Play‑Calling and Coaching at Kansas State
First‑year head coach Collin Klein must juggle play‑calling and game management while overseeing a revamped offense and a thin defensive front.
Aug 13, 2026
Kansas State Prepares for Season Opener with Revised Depth Chart
Coach Collin Klein revealed the projected starters for the Wildcats' opening game, highlighting positional battles and the emphasis on earning roles through daily effort.
Aug 11, 2026
Avery Johnson Poised for Breakout Season with Kansas State
Avery Johnson, Kansas State's starting quarterback, enters the 2026 season with high expectations, a stronger supporting cast, and a new coaching approach that could finally unlock his potential.
Aug 10, 2026
Kansas State Wildcats Gear Up for 2026 Season Under New Coach Collin Klein
The Wildcats’ 2026 campaign hinges on quarterback Avery Johnson’s resurgence, the emergence of tight end Linkon Cure, and a defensive overhaul led by transfers and newcomers, all orchestrated by first‑time head coach Collin Klein.
Aug 6, 2026
Kansas State Wildcats Gear Up for 2026 Season Under New Coach Collin Klein
The Wildcats are poised for a pivotal 2026 campaign, with quarterback Avery Johnson, tight end Linkon Cure, and a revamped defense led by newcomers like Elijah Hill and transfer Wendell Gregory.
Aug 6, 2026
Kansas State Football Countdown: 50 Questions Before the 2026 Season Opens
With 50 days until kickoff, head coach Collin Klein makes his debut, Avery Johnson's potential looms large, and the Wildcats confront a schedule that could shape a Big 12 title run.
Jul 26, 2026
Kansas State’s Tight End Revival Under the New Age‑Based Eligibility Model
The NCAA's revised five‑year eligibility rule is giving Kansas State football a fresh infusion of talent at the tight end position, unlocking opportunities for both returning veterans and promising newcomers.
Jul 9, 2026
Collin Klein Returns to Lead Kansas State at Big 12 Media Days
Collin Klein made his first appearance as Kansas State's head coach at Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas, where he discussed offensive strategy, player health and the impact of new NCAA eligibility rules on quarterback Avery Johnson.
Jul 8, 2026
Klein’s Recruiting Class Ranks Among Nation’s Top 30 as Kansas State Looks to Build on Legacy
Collin Klein's first recruiting class at Kansas State sits at No. 28 in the national composite, featuring multiple four‑star prospects. The haul compares with earlier efforts by Chris Klieman and the late Bill Snyder, whose modest rankings still produced championship teams.
Jun 12, 2026
K-State Secures Top Kansas Recruit Cooper Ohnmacht in Landmark Commitment
Four‑star prospect Cooper Ohnmacht pledged to Kansas State over Power Five rivals, highlighting the program’s growing appeal and a series of high‑profile state‑top recruit commitments.
Jun 7, 2026
Kansas State lands four-star offensive tackle Brayden Harris
Four-star recruit Brayden Harris chose Kansas State over several Power Five programs, elevating the Wildcats’ 2027 class to a top-30 national standing.
May 31, 2026