No. 18 K-State (4-1, 1-1)

We’re having an all-night revival on Saturday. For the first time since 2010, Kansas State football and Colorado will face each other, renewing an old Big 8/12 rivalry. 

The Wildcats are coming off a bye week and should have fresh legs — and lungs — in the Boulder mountains. 

K-State also looks to improve its preparation for a night kickoff after a putrid performance against BYU after dark. Head coach Chris Klieman said they’ve learned from the experience and will adjust their game preparation accordingly. 

Another key for K-State will be relying on its identity: running the ball. That’ll fall heavily on both junior star DJ Giddens and transfer Dylan Edwards, who will be facing his former team. 

Colorado (4-1, 2-0)

Under the mountain lights, Colorado presents a star-studded Saturday squad led by head coach Deion Sanders, or coach Prime.

Klieman said Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders — coach Prime’s son — should be the first quarterback selected in the 2025 NFL Draft. 

The star slinger is joined by sensational two-way athlete Travis Hunter, the Buffaloes’ Heisman contender who plays wide receiver and defensive back. 

K-State has succeeded against dual-threats, but maybe not someone as gifted as Sanders. Hunter, the 6-foot-1 star, will be a challenge to match up with for both Wildcat corners and receivers who are undersized in comparison. 

Who to Watch: 

K-State: RB Dylan Edwards, WR Jayce Brown, CB Keenan Garber

OSU: QB Shedeur Sanders, WR/CB Travis Hunter, WR LaJohntay Wester

Oct. 12 @ 9:15 p.m.

Betting: K-State -4 (-175 ML), O/U 56.5 

Prediction: K-State 27-24

Stats: K-State

Penalty yds/g: 36.80

Rush yds allowed / g: 91.8 yds

Rush yds. / g: 252.2 yds

Red Zone – Touchdowns: 12-18

Stats: Colorado

Penalty yds/g: 73.80

Rush yds allowed / g: 156 yds

Rush yds. / g: 80.6 yds

Red Zone – Touchdowns: 11-16