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Where Kansas State Stands in National College Football Rankings for Week 9

Kansas State enjoyed its bye last week. Now, it’s back to business before taking on rival Kansas on Saturday. An added bonus from having a week off: In ESPN’s Football Power Index odds, the Wildcats’ odds increased to win six games and become bowl eligible.

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K-State Women’s Basketball Aims Higher After Last Season’s Sweet 16 Run

The Kansas State women’s basketball team is preparing for a fresh start with a nearly brand-new roster. Yet the goal remains the same. Especially built on last year’s historic Sweet 16 run.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / October 21

Kansas State vs. Kansas is not the Only In-State Rivarly Game for Week 9

Rivalry Name/Trophy: Anniversary Award, which was given to the winner of this game beginning in 1985. Distance between schools: 136 miles between the two universities.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / October 21

Big 12 Basketball Single-Game Ticket Sale Dates Revealed

Basketball season is almost here! And Kansas State fans can finally gear up for another action-packed year of Big 12 excitement. The Wildcats are preparing to host some of the most thrilling matchups in the conference.

Desmond Purnell News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / October 20

Kansas State’s Desmond Purnell Lights Up K-Nation

Kansas State senior linebacker and Topeka native Desmond Purnell has been making waves, both on and off the field. After a career-defining performance against TCU, Purnell joined K-Nation this week to reflect on the moment.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 19

Kansas State at Kansas odds: Opening point spread revealed

The annual battle between Kansas and Kansas State, dubbed the Sunflower Showdown, is set to bring plenty of excitement in Week 9 of the college football season.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Sporting News / October 18

Kansas vs. Kansas State 2025 tickets: See the best prices, seats, date for Week 9 college football rivalry game

Rivals Kansas and Kansas State will go head-to-head in a Week 9 matchup. Here's how to secure your tickets to the game.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / October 16

Three-star wide receiver adds offer from Kansas State

Kansas State extended an offer to Khamill Pruitt, a wide receiver from Lamar High School in Arlington, Texas, on October 14, after he spoke with wide receivers coach Matthew Middleton.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / October 15

Where Kansas State Stands in National College Football Rankings for Week 8

Last week, Kansas State’s odds to win six games and become bowl eligible were only 26 percent. Those odds made sense as the Wildcats sat at 2-4 on the season.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / October 15

K-State Women’s Basketball Earns Four National TV Spots in Big 12 Schedule

Kansas State women’s basketball is ready for the national spotlight this season. It is because the Wildcats are set to appear on national television four times during the 2025–26 campaign.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / October 14

Is Kansas State Going to a Bowl Game? Here are the Projections

Yes, Kansas State is projected to make a bowl game this season after starting the season losing four of their first six games. ESPN's Mark Schlabach has Kansas State projected to play Florida State in the Gasparilla Bowl.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / October 13

Kansas State Women’s Basketball Lands Chante Murray to Kick Off 2026 Recruiting Class

Kansas State women’s basketball scored a big recruiting win for its future. The team did it with Canadian standout Chante Murray officially committing to the Wildcats on Friday.

Kansas State Wildcats News / EssentiallySports / October 9

Dylan Edwards Confirms Football Future as Chris Klieman & Kansas State Face Another Injury Setback

Kansas State’s season has been full of setbacks this year, and now the team’s backfield finds itself at the heart of the latest one. Chris Klieman’s Wildcats are facing yet another blow ahead of their Big 12 matchup with TCU, after a rough 2-4 start.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Heartland College Sports / October 9

College Basketball Insider Lists Kansas State as Bounce-Back Team

College basketball analyst Andy Katz is betting big on Kansas State’s future. In his latest set of predictions, he listed the Wildcats at No. 5 among his Top 10 bounce‑back teams for the 2025‑26 season, signaling his belief that K‑State could rebound strongly next year.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Heartland College Sports / October 7

A Key 2027 Target Has Set a Date With Kansas State

Christopher Hunt Jr., a three‑star point guard in the 2027 class, is set to take an unofficial visit to Kansas State on October 31st, according to recruiting sources.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Heartland College Sports / September 27

Kansas State Football Fans Make a Big Statement

Kansas State’s football program has endured a rough stretch, and the frustration was clear today before kickoff against UCF. Fans at Bill Snyder Family Stadium painted a bold message across their chests, reading “MAKE KSU GREAT AGAIN !!” in large letters.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 6