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Kansas State hires Colin Klein and Trey Scott to restore football program

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Kansas State hires Colin Klein and Trey Scott to restore football program

Summary

Kansas State University announced the hiring of former quarterback Colin Klein as head coach and Trey Scott as general manager. Both Klein and Scott share a history at K-State, dating back to their playing days. The move aims to revive the program's recent struggles, following a disappointing 2025 season with fewer than eight wins. Klein seeks to reinstate the attention to detail and consistency that characterized past successes, as highlighted by player Avery Johnson's comments about focusing on fundamentals. The Wildcats aim to improve in the upcoming season and recapture their competitive edge.

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By the Numbers

•Colin Klein named head coach, Trey Scott as general manager.
•Both previously played and worked at Kansas State.
•2025 season marked the first time since 2018 with fewer than eight wins.
•Focus on restoring attention to detail and fundamentals for upcoming season.
•Team aims to improve performance in the competitive Big 12.

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7:00 PMCBS Sports — In an attempt to restore its standard, Kansas State turned to people who helped build it

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Kansas State has turned to a pair of former quarterbacks to help steady one of college football's most consistent winners over the past three decades
— CBS Sportsby Richard Johnson

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