New eligibility rules benefit Kansas State quarterbacks

Kansas State's new age-based NCAA eligibility rules could provide a significant advantage for quarterbacks Avery Johnson and Jacob Knuth. Under the revised model, players who enroll by age 19 gain five seasons of eligibility, allowing true freshmen like Johnson to maximize their playing time. With the 2026 season approaching, Johnson has multiple options depending on his performance, which could include returning for a fifth season if he isn't projected as a high draft pick. Head coach Collin Klein may have the opportunity to install a comprehensive offense over the next two years with experienced players like Johnson leading the team.

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