Athlon Sports sees the Wildcats as a rising force in the Big 12 with a breakout QB, elite defense, and a schedule that sets the stage for a historic run.
Kansas State's season kicks off with a global twist on a classic rivalry — and if projections hold, it could end in the College Football Playoff.
Athlon Sports put the Wildcats on its short list of first-time contenders.
The outlet named K-State one of five teams with the best shot at making the CFP for the first time in 2025.