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Kansas State Collegian

The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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Cooper Beebe celebrates with KT Leveston after receiving the Pop-Tarts Bowl Trophy. The Wildcats won the bowl game on Dec 28, 2023 with a final score of 28-19 against North Carolina State.

Wildcats in the Pros | Cooper Beebe earns captain status in Week 11

Brayden Meseke, staff writer November 21, 2024
Dallas Cowboys center Cooper Beebe quickly earned the trust of his teammates and coaches as a rookie.
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.
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.
Junior Will Brennan laughs with coaches after a 5-4 win against Texas Tech in 2019. He was selected in the 8th round of the 2019 MLB draft.

Wildcats in the Pros | Will Brennan takes on postseason stage

Trey Thomas, staff writer October 16, 2024
A weekly recap of key performances from Wildcats now playing pros.
Kansas State wide receiver Jordy Nelson (27) goes up high to pull in the pass along the sideline over North Texas defensive back T.J. Covington (8) in the first quarter. Kansas State defeated the Mean Green of North Texas 54-7 at KSU Stadium in Manhattan, Kansas on September 24, 2005. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Wildcats in the NFL | Jordy Nelson joins NFL appeals staff

Brayden Meseke, staff writer October 2, 2024
K-State Hall of Famer and Super Bowl winner takes on new football path.
Evading tackles, junior running back Deuce Vaughn leaps out of reach of TCU defenders. K-State beat TCU 31-28 in overtime to win the Big 12 Championship at AT&T Stadium on Dec. 3, 2022.

Wildcats in the NFL | Felix Anudike-Uzomah records strip-sack fumble

Toby Hammes, sports editor September 30, 2024
Recapping several Week 3 performances by Little Apple pros.
Former quarterback Will Howard and offensive lineman Cooper Beebe celebrate after a touchdown in 2023. Beebe is now the starting center for the Dallas Cowboys. (Archive photo | Collegian Media Group)

Wildcats in the NFL: Beebe makes immediate impact for Cowboys

Trey Thomas, staff writer September 14, 2024
Recapping performances from the Little Apple’s pros.
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.
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.
Former players Ben Sinnott, Cooper Beebe, KT Leveston and Khalid Duke look to be taken in the 2024 NFL Draft. It would mark back-to-back season with four Wildcats selected.

Projections for K-State prospects at the NFL Draft

Toby Hammes, staff writer April 25, 2024
Potential landing spots for Wildcats during the NFL Draft Thursday-Saturday.
Forward Dean Wade shoots a contested jumper in K-State’s 74-67 win over Kansas on Feb. 5, 2019. Wade scored 12 points and grabbed nine rebounds to break an eight-game losing streak in the Sunflower Showdown.

Wildcats in the Pros: NFL combine stars, Dean Wade’s NBA spectacular

Toby Hammes, staff writer March 7, 2024
K-State football alumni show out at the NFL combine alongside other players taking the next step in their pro careers.
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