Kansas State tight end Linkon Cure prepares for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Kansas State tight end Linkon Cure, a highly regarded 5-star recruit, prepares for the upcoming 2026 season after a promising offseason. Standing at 6-5 and 242 pounds, he recorded six catches for 37 yards last season despite battling injuries. Head coach Collin Klein highlighted Cure's growth and versatility on the field, indicating that he is expected to play a significant role in the offense. Cure enters the new season in excellent physical shape, having gained muscle and improved his overall performance during the spring. He looks to contribute effectively alongside other key players like Garrett Oakley after showing notable progress in his game.
- •Linkon Cure is a 5-star tight end from Kansas State.
- •He made six catches for 37 yards last season.
- •Cure gained 12 pounds of muscle and lost nearly 12 pounds of fat.
- •Head coach Collin Klein expects him to have a larger role in 2026.
- •Cure is entering the season in peak physical condition.
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