After a disappointing finish to the season under long-term coach Bill Snyder last season and coming from a lower level, Chris Klieman has shown in a short period of time his ability to compete at the higher levels of college football. He currently has Kansas State football ranked at number 22 nationally.
The program is one win away from booking tickets for a bowl game. The opportunity comes against the in-state rival Kansas Jayhawks. Needless to say, November 2nd is Statement Saturday for the Kansas State Wildcats.