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Sophomore quarterback Avery Johnson scratches his head after an interception against Arizona State on Nov. 16. No. 16 K-State lost 24-14 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

No. 16 K-State suffers symphony of sighs in Arizona State loss

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 17, 2024
The Wildcats’ leader, Chris Klieman, was emotional after a tough defeat at home.

Big 12 Power Rankings | BYU stays undefeated amid controversial call

Brayden Meseke, staff writer November 14, 2024
The second spot in the Big 12 race remains tight down the stretch.
Junior offensive lineman Hadley Panzer and sophomore safety VJ Payne high five in the second half of the game against Troy. The Wildcats beat Troy University 42-13 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium on September 9th.

Know Your Opponent | K-State returns home against an unfamiliar foe

Brayden Meseke, staff writer November 14, 2024
The Wildcats will face the Sun Devils in their first-ever Big 12 conference matchup.
Graduate quarterback Will Howard carries the ball before a slide during the game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Nov. 2. The No. 4 Buckeyes claimed a 20-13 victory over the No. 3 Nittany Lions, earning a new No. 2 ranking. Howard collected over 200 total yards and threw two touchdowns in his homecoming win.

Ex-K-State QB Will Howard takes charge at Ohio State

Toby Hammes, sports editor November 13, 2024
K-State’s all-time leading touchdown thrower finds success for the Buckeyes.
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.
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.
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