Kansas State football loses to Cincinnati in Big 12 opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 2:39 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Kansas State fell to Cincinnati 31-26 in their opening Big 12 game on September 26. The Wildcats struggled with defensive issues, allowing 271 rushing yards, while their offensive line faced constant pressure. Kansas State's injuries to key receivers limited their effectiveness on offense. A late touchdown couldn't close the gap, and the Wildcats will host Houston on October 10.
- •Kansas State recorded 155 rushing yards but was ineffective in the second half.
- •Receiver Derrick Salley had a strong first half before a crucial second-half fumble.
- •Cincinnati secured the game with a 10-play drive, increasing their lead to 31-20.
- •Wildcats had early injuries to Jaron Tibbs and Will Anciaux during the game.
- •Cincinnati capitalized on Kansas State's defensive lapses throughout the match.
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Our 5 takeaways after Kansas State football was exposed at Cincinnati
"The biggest fears Kansas State fans had heading into the season were exposed during the Wildcats' first loss of the Collin Klein era. Our takeaways:
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