Kansas State and Washington State report injury concerns before Saturday game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Washington State receiver Tony Freeman is expected to miss the upcoming matchup against Kansas State after sustaining a knee injury. Freeman exited the Cougars' 24-10 loss to Washington on Sunday following 11 snaps. Wildcats coach Collin Klein provided an update on linebacker Mekhi Mason, who left Saturday’s 71-3 win over Nicholls with an undisclosed injury, noting that the outlook for his return is better than initially anticipated. Kansas State also continues to manage the recovery of left guard Tanner Morley, who was limited to 14 snaps against Nicholls as he recovers from an injury sustained during fall camp. The Wildcats and Cougars are scheduled to play Saturday, Sept. 12, at 11 a.m. CT at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Television coverage for the contest will be provided by TNT.
- •Tony Freeman is trending toward missing the game due to a knee injury.
- •Mekhi Mason exited the Nicholls game with an undisclosed injury.
- •Tanner Morley played 14 snaps against Nicholls while recovering from a camp injury.
- •Kansas State hosts Washington State on Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. CT.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas State football vs Washington State injury update: Cougars may not have top WR
"Washington State may not have its top weapon. Kansas State's standout linebacker's status may be a question. Here's an early injury update.
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