Kansas State football prepares for Collin Klein's first season as head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:03 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Kansas State football begins its 2026 season under new head coach Collin Klein, who previously served as offensive coordinator. Klein takes over following a 6-6 finish in 2025, aiming to return the program to its winning ways in the Big 12. The Wildcats closed last season strong, winning five of their last seven games. Key player Wendell Gregory is highlighted as an asset in the upcoming season. The team's early schedule will be critical for establishing momentum.
- •Collin Klein's first season as Kansas State head coach begins this fall.
- •Kansas State finished 2025 with a 6-6 record, closing strong.
- •Key player Wendell Gregory expected to contribute significantly.
- •Klein was previously a key assistant before being promoted.
- •The 2026 season offers an opportunity for the Wildcats to excel.
- 3:03 AMYahoo Sports — Kansas State Football Preview 2026: The Collin Klein Era Begins
"After a strange down year, Kansas State should be right back among the Big 12 elite under new head coach Collin Klein.
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