Avery Johnson leads unbeaten Kansas State into Big 12 opener at Cincinnati
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Kansas State, led by quarterback Avery Johnson, opens Big 12 play against Cincinnati on Saturday night. Johnson has demonstrated growth under new coach Collin Klein, contributing significantly to the Wildcats' undefeated start this season. After a challenging moment against Washington State, where he threw a critical interception, Johnson rebounded to secure a decisive 34-7 victory. The Wildcats, averaging over 490 yards and 45 points per game, look to maintain their momentum as they face Cincinnati and then return home to play No. 25 Houston. The team aims for a strong conference showing amid a favorable schedule.
- •Kansas State is 3-0 as they open Big 12 competition.
- •Avery Johnson has thrown for 54 touchdowns, a school record.
- •The Wildcats avoided facing top-ranked Big 12 teams this season.
- •Kansas State averages 490 yards and 45.3 points per game.
- •Collin Klein's coaching has positively impacted Johnson's performance.
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — Collin Klein: Avery Johnson is growing as unbeaten Kansas State opens Big 12 play at Cincinnati
"Avery Johnson already was stewing in the Kansas State locker room when word came that lightning had prolonged halftime. This was a couple of weeks ago, during a game against Washington State, and the senior quarterback had spoiled what was otherwise a brilliant first half for the Wildcats by throwing an interception that was returned 50 yards for a touchdown as time expired. It was then that first-year Kansas State coach Collin Klein pulled Johnson aside.
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