ESPN names Tom Osborne as archenemy of Kansas State Wildcats
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Last updated Aug 12, 2026
ESPN designated Tom Osborne, former Nebraska football coach, as the archenemy of the Kansas State Wildcats. Coaching from 1973 to 1997, Osborne had an undefeated record of 25-0 against Kansas State and a perfect 50-0 against both Kansas teams in the Big 12. His dominance influenced Kansas State's performance in the 1990s., the Wildcats consistently struggled against Osborne's teams, including a significant 41-15 loss in 1999.
- •Tom Osborne coached Nebraska from 1973 to 1997.
- •He holds a 25-0 record against Kansas State.
- •Osborne achieved a 50-0 record against Kansas teams in the Big 12.
- •Nebraska defeated Kansas State 41-15 in 1999.
- •Osborne’s teams consistently hindered Kansas State's success in the 1990s.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Former Nebraska football coach named archenemy of old Big 12 rival
"ESPN named a former Nebraska football coach as the archenemy of a former Big 12 rival.
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