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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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Head coach Chris Klieman hoists the Big 12 Champion trophy after defeating TCU in overtime 31-28 on Dec. 3, 2023. K-State’s trip back to Arlington in 2024 took a hit after losing to Houston.

Big 12 Power Rankings | New team climbs to No. 1 after Week 10 upsets

Brayden Meseke, staff writer November 8, 2024
Top teams look to bounce back after upsets shake up the conference.
K-State senior forward Dean Wade roars in celebration after dunking the ball. The Wildcats played against the University of Oklahoma Sooners at Bramlage Coliseum, winning the Title with a final score of 68-53.

Wildcats in the Pros | Dean Wade helps Cavs early season success

Trey Thomas, staff writer November 8, 2024
Hoopers hit the floor as ‘Cats continue to make a name in the pros.
Willie the Wildcat excites the crowd after scoring a touchdown. The Wildcats beat UT Martin in the home opener at the Bill Snyder Stadium on Aug. 31.

Know Your Wildcats | No. 19 K-State stumbles into bye week

Brayden Meseke, staff writer November 8, 2024
The Wildcats need to play perfect and get some help from others if they want to reach the Big 12 Championship.
Head coach Chris Klieman claps players as they head to the sideline at Houston on Nov. 2. No. 17 K-State lost 24-19. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Mistakes plague No. 17 K-State FB in Houston upset

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 3, 2024

A 14-point fourth quarter by Houston led to the demise of No. 17 Kansas State football’s four-game winning streak on Saturday. Leading by two scores at 19-10 going into the final period of play, K-State...

Defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah reads the offensive front during the game on Nov. 26, 2022. K-State beat Kansas 47-27.

Wildcats in the NFL | Anudike-Uzomah weapon for the stout Chiefs defense

Trey Thomas, staff writer November 2, 2024
A weekly recap of key performances from Wildcats in the NFL.
Former K-State quarterback Adrian Martinez looks to make an Iowa State defender miss in Ames during the 2022 season.

Big 12 Power Rankings | Top 5 solidifies spot, preseason contenders drop

Brayden Meseke, staff writer November 2, 2024
Preseason conference contenders Utah and Arizona continue to falter down the stretch.
Safety Colby McCalister lines up for a play against Kansas in the 2024 Sunflower Showdown. K-State won 29-27 to extend its winning streak over KU to 16 games. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Know Your Opponent | No. 17 K-State takes on Houston after emotional win

Brayden Meseke, staff writer November 2, 2024
The Wildcats will have to put the rivalry win behind them as they travel to take on the Houston Cougars.
K-State kicker Chris Tennant lines up a field goal attempt against Kansas on Oct. 27 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Tennant made a game-winning 51-yard field goal in the 29-27 win, giving K-State 16 straight wins over KU.

Sweet 16 | Tennant leads No. 16 K-State to 16th consecutive Sunflower Showdown win

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 27, 2024
Wildcats escape another near upset against Kansas to keep the streak alive.
Tight end Garrett Oakley hauls in a touchdown against Kansas in a 29-27 Sunflower Showdown win. K-State won its 16th straight game against Kansas on Oct. 26

The Keys | Takeaways from No. 16 K-State FB’s rivalry win over Kansas

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 26, 2024
Instant reactions from K-State’s late 29-27 win over Kansas.
K-State tacklers flock to a BYU ball carrier in the two teams' first matchup as conference foes. BYU defeated K-State 38-9 in Provo. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Big 12 Power Rankings | Top teams escape with wins to stay undefeated

Brayden Meseke, staff writer October 25, 2024
Potential shake-up at the top of the Big 12 standings with near-upsets.
Know Your Opponent | No. 16 K-State takes on Kansas in Sunflower Showdown

Know Your Opponent | No. 16 K-State takes on Kansas in Sunflower Showdown

Brayden Meseke October 25, 2024
Wildcats look to defend home field and keep rivalry winning streak alive.
Quarterback Avery Johnson surveys the atmosphere at Bill Snyder Family Stadium against Arizona on Sept. 13. K-State won 31-7 in the matchup of the Wildcats.

No. 17 K-State showcases dominance in road stuffing at West Virginia

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 20, 2024
What we learned from K-State’s dominant win.
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