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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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Ball State transfer safety Jordan Riley chases down a UT-Martin player in his Wildcat debut. The K-State defense allowed just 98 passing yards and 36 rushing yards in the 41-6 win on Aug. 31, 2024.

K-State tops UT-Martin 41-6 in 2024 opener

Toby Hammes, sports editor September 1, 2024
Wildcats outlast their Week 1 FCS opponent.
After scoring a touchdown, then-sophomore running back DJ Giddens celebrates in the end zone against Central Florida on Sept. 23, 2023, in Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

Three Keys: Instant takeaways from K-State vs. UT-Martin

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 31, 2024
Dissecting the Wildcats’ Week 1 performance.
Head coach Chris Klieman in the game against the University of Houston. K-State won 41-0 on Oct. 28, 2023 in Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

From the Head Coach: Klieman previews FCS foe UT-Martin

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 30, 2024
Every week, HC Chris Klieman meets the media — Here’s what he had to say.
Colarado transfer Dylan Edwards poses during his official visit to K-State. Edwards signed to the Wildcats April 30. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats open season against the Skyhawks

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 30, 2024
Week 1: K-State looks to overpower FCS opponent
Senior quarterback Collin Klein holds up the 2012 Big 12 championship trophy after defeating Texas at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Klein became the Wildcats' second Heisman finalist.

Countdown to Kickoff: Who is the Greatest QB in K-State History?

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 24, 2024
Seven days before kick-off, is a No. 7 the greatest?
Arms out to the crowd, then-senior wide receiver Malik Knowles celebrates after scoring a touchdown on November 26, 2022. K-State beat the University of Kansas 47-27.

Wildcats in the NFL: Former K-State stars look to impress in preseason

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 23, 2024
Young pros plan to showcase their talents.
Then-sophomore linebacker Desmond Purnell holds his hand up after the K-State defense stopped NC State short of a first down. K-State won the Pop-Tarts Bowl Dec 28, 2023 with a defensive unit composed of many players returning for 2024.

Countdown to Kickoff: Previewing K-State’s ‘deep’ and dominant defense

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 17, 2024
Looking into the Wildcats’ defensive unit in 2024.
Quarterback Avery Johnson displays his speed during the Pop-Tarts Bowl. The Wildcats won the bowl game Dec 28, 2023 with a final score of 28-19 against North Carolina State.

Countdown to Kickoff: Previewing an ‘explosive’ K-State offense in 2024-25

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 10, 2024
Starting off our Countdown to Kickoff with a look at the Wildcats’ high-speed offense.
K-State players hold up a "We Own This State" sign following the 31-27 win over the Kansas Jayhawks Nov. 18 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.

BREAKING: Five-star Linkon Cure commits to K-State

Toby Hammes, sports editor July 1, 2024
Wildcats land coveted tight end over Kansas and Oregon.
Colorado transfer Dylan Edwards poses during his official visit to Kansas State. Edwards signed to the Wildcats on April 30. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Homecoming: Colorado transfer Dylan Edwards recommits to K-State

Toby Hammes, sports editor April 28, 2024
At last, Dylan Edwards is coming home.
Senior offensive lineman KT Leveston celebrates after winning the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Leveston was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams at No. 254 in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Los Angeles Rams select KT Leveston in seventh round of NFL Draft

Toby Hammes, sports editor April 27, 2024
Leveston marks the third NFL draft pick for K-State in 2024.
Ben Sinnott charges downfield after a block from Cooper Beebe on Nov. 25, 2023 in Bill Snyder Family Stadium. In the 2024 NFL Draft, Sinnott was drafted by the Washington Commanders at No. 53, followed by the Dallas Cowboys selecting Beebe at No. 73.

Ben Sinnott, Cooper Beebe selected during NFL Draft Day 2

Toby Hammes, sports editor April 26, 2024
See who called the names of these K-State stars.
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