Kansas State and Cincinnati meet in Big 12 opener tonight
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Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Kansas State (3-0) faces Cincinnati (3-0) tonight in their Big 12 opener at Nippert Stadium, scheduled for 6 PM. Both teams enter the match undefeated, with Kansas State looking to secure its first 4-0 start since 2012. Cincinnati's recent comeback victory against Miami (OH) raised questions about its consistency, as they were once trailing 28-7 in that game. With Kansas State's backup quarterbacks listed as questionable, the outcome could hinge on their offensive performance against a solid Cincinnati defense.
- •Kickoff is set for 6 PM and will air on ESPN2.
- •Kansas State is favored by 6.5 points.
- •Cincinnati's running game is ranked in the Top 10.
- •The matchup is the Wildcats' first road game of the season.
- •Cincinnati came back from a 28-7 deficit in its last game.
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"Kansas State opens the Big 12 schedule with a night game at Cincinnati.
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