Kansas State pulled off a well-rounded win against TCU by combining offensive firepower and defensive prowess. Avery Johnson threw three touchdown passes, while the Wildcats’ defense contributed two more scores to seal a 41-28 victory.

Kansas football enters this weekend as a nearly two-touchdown favorite over West Virginia. While the odds point strongly toward a Jayhawks victory, questions remain about whether they can truly live up to those expectations.

After last season’s surprises, many predict the Big Ten and Big 12 will once again supply the dark horses of the College Football Playoff race. Fans and analysts alike are eyeing these conferences, anticipating new twists in this year’s bracket.

In a unique opener for the 2025 college football season, the Big 12 held its first game across the Atlantic. Iowa State and Kansas State met in Ireland, sparking questions about how the conference’s global debut could shape its reputation.