Kansas State linebackers impress coach during preseason training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:44 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Kansas State Wildcats coach Collin Klein praised the performance of the linebackers during training camp. Key players Gabe Powers, Rex Van Wyhe, Mekhi Mason, and Darien Whitaker Jr. are rotating through practices effectively. Virginia transfer Ja'Son Prevard is also competing for a starting spot; Klein noted his potential impact. This season marks Klein's first as head coach after taking over from Chris Klieman. Fans can meet the team on August 22 at the annual 'Meet the Cats' event.
- •Coach Collin Klein highlighted linebackers' performance in training camp.
- •Gabe Powers and Rex Van Wyhe are expected to lead the group.
- •Ja'Son Prevard competes for a starting position after transferring from Virginia.
- •The season begins a new era for the Wildcats under Klein.
- •Fans can meet the team on August 22 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.
- 3:44 PMYahoo Sports — How The Kansas State Linebackers Have Fared This Preseason
"Kansas State Wildcats coach Collin Klein recently broke down what he has seen from the linebackers during training camp
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