Kansas State holds off Kansas, wins 35-24 in rivalry matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 7:42 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Kansas State defeated Kansas 35-24 in Manhattan on October 17. Joe Jackson rushed for 159 yards and a touchdown, while Avery Johnson threw for 203 yards and another score. The Wildcats overcame early mistakes, including an interception and failed fourth-down attempts, to secure their 18th consecutive victory over the Jayhawks. Kansas led at halftime but struggled in the second half, failing to convert on key opportunities. Kansas is set to face Baylor next week.
- •Kansas State moves to 4-2, Kansas falls to 2-4
- •Joe Jackson records 159 rushing yards
- •Avery Johnson throws for 203 yards
- •Kansas had a crucial interception in the fourth quarter
- •Kansas next plays Baylor on October 24
- 7:42 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas State survives a rash of mistakes, beats Kansas 35-24 for 18th straight win over the Jayhawks
"(AP) — Joe Jackson ran for 159 yards and a touchdown, Avery Johnson threw for 203 yards and another score, and Kansas State overcame a multitude of mistakes to beat bitter rival Kansas for the 18th consecutive time, 35-24 on Saturday.Johnson added 132 yards rushing, and Rodney Fields Jr.
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