Dec 26, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Kansas State Wildcats head coach Chris Klieman prior to the game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Kansas State Gets Massive Launch With Latest Postseason Odds

Originally posted on Kansas State Wildcats on SI
By Jayden Armant | Last updated Jul 22, 2025 11:50 AM ET

Another day, another Kansas State laud.

The program has received endless preseason hype, which has likely left many fans eager for the season to begin. Betting site CircaSports listed their odds for Big 12 teams to make the playoffs, with the Wildcats claiming the top spot. They ranked three spots ahead of Arizona State, another heavy favorite to win the Big 12 after claiming the title last season as the CFP's fourth seed.

Odds for Big 12 teams to make College Football Playoff via @CircaSports

Kansas State +400
Texas Tech +450
Utah +450
Arizona State +475
Baylor +600
Iowa State +825
TCU +900
Kansas +1200
BYU +1300

Not all league teams listed
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The Wildcats' fate lies in the hands of junior quarterback Avery Johnson, whom many project to leap after a relatively underwhelming first year. However, K-State coach Chris Klieman says that a selfless group effort will be the key to reaching new heights.

"I think it's because of guys that would put the team before themselves," Klieman said at Big 12 Media Day. "That's who's gonna be the two teams standing in December, honestly. There's a lot of really good, talented teams here, and there's a ton of talented quarterbacks in this league right now. So it's the team that can put the 'we' before 'me.' That's the challenge for all of us coaches."

They open up the season against Iowa State on Aug. 23 in Dublin, Ireland. The Wildcats lost their regular-season finale to the Cyclones in 2024, officially ending their hopes for a conference championship.

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