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Kansas State Wildcats

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Kansas State Wildcats is 6-5 on the season, 5-5-1 against the spread, and holds a power rating of +12.9. Kansas State Wildcats carries one of the heaviest travel loads in the FBS, ranked 2nd with 46,305 miles travelled this season — a meaningful fatigue factor for away games.

Conference: Big 12 Conference
Stadium: Bill Snyder Family Stadium, Manhattan, KS
Power Rating: +12.9
HFA Rating:3.1 pts
Record: 6-5
ATS: 5-5-1
O/U: 7-3-1

2025 Schedule & Results

Location
Opponent
Result / Date
ATS
O/U
vs
Iowa State
Aug 23
Aviva Stadium
56.6°F, Partly Cloudy
--
--
vs
North Dakota
W 38-35
L
Over
vs
Army
L 21-24
Push
Push
at
Arizona
L 17-23
L
Under
vs
UCF
W 34-20
W
Over
at
Baylor
L 34-35
W
Over
vs
TCU
W 41-28
W
Over
at
Kansas
W 42-17
W
Over
vs
Texas Tech
L 20-43
L
Over
at
Oklahoma State
W 14-6
L
Under
at
Utah
L 47-51
W
Over
vs
Colorado
W 24-14
L
Under

2025 Season Travel Profile

46,305 miles — ranked 2nd heaviest in FBS (234 teams)
Week Opponent Distance Cumulative
Week 0Iowa State4,138 mi4,138 mi
Week 1North DakotaHome (0 mi)4,138 mi
Week 2ArmyHome (0 mi)4,138 mi
Week 3Arizona938 mi5,076 mi
Week 4—Bye
Week 5UCFHome (0 mi)5,076 mi
Week 6Baylor528 mi5,604 mi
Week 7TCUHome (0 mi)5,604 mi
Week 8—Bye
Week 9Kansas74 mi5,678 mi
Week 10Texas TechHome (0 mi)5,678 mi
Week 11—Bye
Week 12Oklahoma State214 mi5,892 mi
Week 13Utah816 mi6,707 mi
Week 14ColoradoHome (0 mi)6,707 mi

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Record-Setting Rushing Performance

Kansas State set a school record with 472 rushing yards, led by Joe Jackson's 293 yards (breaking Darren Sproles' record). This dominant ground game controlled the first half and built a 12-point lead, showcasing the team's physical identity.

Critical Special Teams and Defensive Lapses

The Wildcats allowed a 2-point conversion return for 2 points by Utah after a tipped pass, turning a 47-35 lead into 47-37. This four-point swing proved decisive, as Utah later scored a touchdown and extra point to tie and then win.

Late-Game Collapse Under Pressure

Despite leading by 12 with under 8 minutes left, Kansas State's defense allowed 16 unanswered points, including a 59-yard run on 4th down that set up the go-ahead score. The team failed to make key stops when needed most.

Quarterback Avery Johnson's Struggles

Johnson threw a critical interception with 49 seconds left that sealed the loss. His passing game was inconsistent, and the offense relied heavily on the run, which may be a concern against stronger defenses.

Emotional and Physical Toll

The loss drops Kansas State to 5-6, ending their Big 12 title hopes. Coach Chris Klieman expressed frustration and a need for respect, indicating potential morale issues. The team must regroup quickly for a home game against Colorado.

Sources

Schedule & Results

Power Ratings & HFA

Kansas State Wildcats — 6-5 overall, 5-5-1 ATS, power rating +12.9.