Kansas State football struggles in loss to Houston on October 10

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Kansas State football struggles in loss to Houston on October 10
Summary

Kansas State football faced a challenging game against No. 19 Houston, losing 35-16 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium on October 10. After an idle week, the Wildcats struggled on both offense and defense, allowing the Cougars to score on nearly every meaningful drive. Houston quarterback Conner Weigman threw four touchdown passes, while K-State's offense, led by quarterback Avery Johnson, could not establish a rhythm. The Wildcats, now preparing for their upcoming matchup against Kansas, will need to address significant defensive issues to avoid jeopardizing their recent 17-game winning streak against the Jayhawks.

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  • •Kansas State loses 35-16 to No. 19 Houston.
  • •The Wildcats struggled offensively with only two touchdowns.
  • •Houston tight end Patrick Overmyer sets a record with four touchdown catches.
  • •K-State's next game is against Kansas on October 17.
  • •The Wildcats' 17-game winning streak against Kansas is in jeopardy.
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Kansas State was never competitive in its loss to Houston. Here are our immediate takeaways from the Wildcats' concerning performance.

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