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.

Kansas State running back Dylan Edwards was injured in the first quarter of the team’s season opener against Iowa State and did not return. His early exit dealt a major blow to the Wildcats, who ultimately fell to the Cyclones.