Collin Klein announces Kansas State football coaching staff for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:04 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Kansas State football head coach Collin Klein has unveiled his 2026 coaching staff as the team prepares for its opener against Nicholls on September 5 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Klein, who has returned to the program after serving as offensive coordinator at Texas A&M, has brought in new coaches while retaining some familiar faces. The staff includes Thad Ward as associate head coach, Sean Gleeson as offensive coordinator, and Jordan Peterson as defensive coordinator among others. Klein aims to establish a strong foundation in his first season as head coach after previously serving as K-State's offensive coordinator.
- •Collin Klein returns as head coach after time at Texas A&M.
- •Staff includes Thad Ward, Sean Gleeson, and Jordan Peterson.
- •Kansas State opens the season against Nicholls on September 5.
- •Several coaches have past ties to Klein and K-State.
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