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Create the "Collin Klein Era" identity for the football program. When Chris Klieman left and retired earlier this month, the main goal is for Klein, the new head coach and former K-State legend, to create his own unique culture for the football program.

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Three reasons why Klein's first offseason can be a hit at Kansas State

MANHATTAN, Kan. — While it might seem new Kansas State coach Collin Klein has his hands full early on this offseason, there are reasons for optimism fans can have about his first season.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 26

Scouting Kansas State's top five signees in 2026 class

MANHATTAN, Kan. — New Kansas State coach Collin Klein didn't have much time to steal headlines with his 2025 signing class given the timing of his hiring.

Collin Klein News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 25

Klein adds veteran defensive mind to coaching staff

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State football has taken another decisive step toward strengthening its defensive identity in the Big 12. New Wildcats coach Collin Klein announced the addition of Jeremiah Johnson as the Wildcats’ new defensive backs coach.

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College Football News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 23

Collin Klein Strengthens Kansas State Football Staff with Nick Toth Hire

As Kansas State football prepares for a new defensive era in the Big 12, the Wildcats are leaning heavily on experience and familiarity. On Monday, Dec.

College Football News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 23

Klein hires former SEC assistant to lead Kansas State defensive backs

MANHATTAN, Kan. — New Kansas State coach Collin Klein continues to build his first coaching staff with the addition of former Arkansas co-defensive coordinator and defensive backs coach Marcus Woodson.

Collin Klein News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 22

Wildcats turn to familiar face to lead quarterbacks under Klein

MANHATTAN, Kan. —Kansas State football is welcoming back a familiar name with deep ties to the program and the Big 12. Coach Collin Klein announced Sunday that Christian Ellsworth has been hired as the Wildcats’ new quarterbacks coach.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 21

Texas A&M co-DC going to Kansas State with Collin Klein

Kansas State football plucked from Texas A&M to land school legend Collin Klein as head coach. Now Klein is taking a high-profile Aggies assistant with him to Manhattan.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 20

Wildcats dealt critical blow in trenches by transfer portal

MANHATTAN, Kan. — New Kansas State coach Collin Klein is being dealt a tough roster build with so many players entering the transfer portal of late. Wildcats redshirt-junior defensive end Tobi Osunsanmi announced his intention to enter the NCAA transfer portal, he announced on X Friday afternoon.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / December 19

Why winning this Texas A&M assistant could pay off big for Kansas State

Collin Klein is working on pulling a fellow Aggie with him to Manhattan. Kansas State is eyeing Texas A&M co-defensive coordinator and defensive backs coach Jordan Peterson, previously at Kansas, as the team’s next defensive coordinator, according to a report by Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 19

Klein zeroes in on Wildcats' potential defensive coordinator

MANHATTAN, Kan. — New Kansas State coach Collin Klein appears to be narrowing his list of targets for his defensive coordinator position, and it's someone he is very familiar with.

College Football News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 17

Kansas State Retains Key Defensive Voice with Buddy Wyatt on The Lead

Kansas State football made a decisive move to preserve continuity. It is because head coach Collin Klein confirmed that long-time assistant Buddy Wyatt will remain with the Wildcats.

Texas A&M Aggies News / Texas A&M Aggies on SI / December 15

Texas A&M Could Be Closing in on a New Coaching Hire

Texas A&M has its new offensive playcaller. The Aggies have a good thing going on offense and they clearly did not want to mess with the impressive success they have had in 2025.

College Football News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 12

Kansas State Football Names Veteran NFL Expert as New General Manager

Kansas State football officially turned the page this week as new head coach Collin Klein made one of the program’s most impactful hires yet. The Wildcats announced the addition of veteran NFL personnel expert and former K-State quarterback Trey Scott as the program’s new general manager.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / December 11

Collin Klein brings the broom to Kansas State’s coaching staff

The Collin Klein coaching era at Kansas State is officially underway, as the newly introduced coach made sweeping changes to the coaching staff on Thursday.

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College Football News / Texas A&M Aggies on SI / December 9

This Texas A&M Coach Could Follow Collin Klein To Kansas State

Last week, Texas A&M Aggies offensive coordinator Collin Klein was announced as the new head coach for the Kansas State Wildcats, his alma mater that he quarterbacked for from 2008-2012, replacing a retiring Chris Klieman.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Heartland College Sports / December 8

K-State and Collin Klein Enter Race for Elite QB

Collin Klein hasn’t even finished unpacking in Manhattan, and he’s already hitting the trail like a man on a mission. The new Kansas State head coach has officially jumped into the mix for one of the top quarterbacks in the 2027 class, and it’s not just a courtesy offer either.

Kansas State Wildcats News / Kansas State Wildcats on SI / December 6

Kansas State Football Welcomes Collin Klein as the Program’s 36th Head Coach

Kansas State football officially stepped into a new era. And the excitement was unmistakable inside Morgan Family Arena. The university introduced Collin Klein as the program’s 36th head coach.

College Football News / Field Level Media / December 4

Kansas State hires former QB Collin Klein as head coach

Collin Klein is coming home to run the program he once electrified. Kansas State hired the 2012 Heisman Trophy finalist its next head coach on Thursday, a swift move that followed Chris Klieman's retirement.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Texas A&M Suffers Loss Before College Football Playoff

The Texas A&M Aggies fell to No. 7 in the penultimate College Football Playoff rankings after dropping its final game of the regular season following a 27-17 defeat to the then-ranked No.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 3

Texas A&M Aggies have a massive hole to fill after suffering a major loss this week without even playing

The Texas A&M Aggies have been dealt a fairly significant long-term blow ahead of their push for a national championship. Already reeling after a disappointing and fairly uncompetitive loss to the Texas Longhorns to end their season, the Aggies have faced another loss without even playing a game this week.

College Football News / Field Level Media / December 3

Reports: Former K-State QB Collin Klein to replace coach Chris Klieman

A major move is imminent in Manhattan, with a coaching change at Kansas State reportedly under consideration. Kansas State head coach Chris Klieman intends to retire at 58 and his replacement is former quarterback Collin Klein, currently offensive coordinator at Texas A&M, according to multiple reports.

College Football News / Field Level Media / December 28, 2023

Texas A&M names Collin Klein, Jay Bateman to coordinator jobs

New Texas A&M football coach Mike Elko officially filled key staff positions on Thursday, announcing the hiring of Collin Klein as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach and Jay Bateman as the defensive coordinator and linebackers coach.