Kansas State football loses key lineman John Pastore for 2026 season

Kansas State football will play without left tackle John Pastore for the entire 2026 season due to a leg injury. Pastore, who earned All-Big 12 Second Team honors last year, played a critical role in the team's offensive line, which ranked top 10 nationally in sacks allowed. His absence further complicates the Wildcats' offensive scheme, particularly after the loss of center Sam Hecht to the NFL Draft and national champion George Fitzpatrick also being out for the season. Head coach Collin Klein will need to adapt the offensive strategy to focus on the run game, relying on players like Keiton Jones and Tyler Johnson. Kansas State's season opener is against Nicholls on September 5.

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