Kansas State left tackle John Pastore out for season due to injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:09 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Kansas State football starting left tackle John Pastore will miss the entire season with a lower body injury, as confirmed by coach Collin Klein on August 20, 2026. Pastore was the only returning starter on the offensive line and was recognized as a second-team All-Big 12 player last year. He had previously taken over the left tackle position in 2025, allowing minimal pressure on the quarterback. With his season cut short, the Wildcats may turn to Auburn transfer Tyler Johnson or freshman Oliver Miller to fill the left tackle role.
- •Pastore confirmed out for season after suffering a lower body injury.
- •He was a consensus preseason All-Big 12 player for 2026.
- •Pastore allowed just one sack and two hits last season.
- •Tyler Johnson and Oliver Miller are potential replacements at left tackle.
- •Under NCAA changes, Pastore cannot return next season without legal challenge.
- 6:09 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas State football starting left tackle John Pastore out for season
"Kansas State football coach Collin Klein said the Wildcats’ starting left tackle will miss the season with an injury.
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