Kansas State defeats Nicholls 71-3 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium
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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Kansas State defeated Nicholls 71-3 on Friday night at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan. Avery Johnson threw three touchdown passes and added a rushing score, moving into the lead for the program’s all-time career touchdown pass record. Running back Rodney Fields recorded 101 yards in his debut start for the Wildcats after transferring from Oklahoma State. The Kansas State defense limited the Nicholls offense to 122 total yards while forcing multiple punts and a fumble. Brandon White contributed to the scoring with a 65-yard punt return for a touchdown in the first half. The Wildcats maintained control throughout the contest, utilizing multiple quarterbacks and reserves to finish with 559 total yards of offense.
- •Avery Johnson recorded three touchdown passes and one rushing score.
- •Rodney Fields finished with 101 rushing yards on 14 carries.
- •Kansas State outgained Nicholls 559-122 in total yardage.
- •Brandon White returned a punt 65 yards for a first-half touchdown.
- •The Wildcats held Nicholls to 3 points and 122 total yards.
- 2:23 AMYahoo Sports — K-State Routs Nicholls 71-3
"K-State effectively ended Nicholls’ hopes early in the second quarter.
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