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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

Kansas State Collegian

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.
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.
Defenders Marques Sigle (21) and, Austin Moore (41) and Austin Romaine (45) swarm a Cowboy during K-State's 42-20 win over Oklahoma State on Sept. 28.

From the Locker Room | No. 17 K-State discusses Colorado win, WVU matchup

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 16, 2024
What it's like to practice against DJ Giddens and more from the ‘Cats.
Linebacker Dakorey Johnson, wide receiver Stanton Weber and linebacker Trent Tanking piling on Iowa State running back DeVondrick Nealy at Jack Trice Stadium on Sept. 6, 2014. The Wildcats defeated the Cyclones 32-38.

Big 12 Power Rankings | Undefeated Iowa State and BYU lead the way

Brayden Meseke, staff writer October 16, 2024
Checking in on conference foes midway through the season.
Linebacker Austin Romaine celebrates with teammates after completing a big tackle. The Kansas State Wildcats defeated Troy University 42-13 on Sept. 9 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

Know Your Opponent | No. 17 K-State heads to West Virginia

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 16, 2024
Run-heavy Mountaineers stand in front of another Wildcat road win.
K-State wide receiver Jayce Brown celebrates a touchdown against Oklahoma State. The sophomore has become the Wildcats' leading receiver through his connection with his roommate quarterback Avery Johnson.

No. 18 K-State outlasts Colorado in classic conference comeback

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 13, 2024
Late heroics lead Wildcats to road victory at Boulder.
Quarterback Avery Johnson scores a touchdown against OSU on Sept. 28. K-State won 42-20.

From the Locker Room | No. 18 K-State discusses Colorado matchup

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 12, 2024
HC Chris Klieman and players preview the first Boulder trip since 2010.
Sophomore running back Dylan Edwards looks on during K-State's gameday against Oklahoma State. The Wildcats defeated OSU 42-20 on Sept. 28 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

Know Your Opponent | No. 18 K-State revives Colorado rivalry after dark

Toby Hammes, sports editor October 9, 2024
‘Cats vs. Buffs for the first time in Boulder since 2010.
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