Cole Manbeck

Joined: Apr 19, 2026

K-State grad serving as the co-host of 3MAW, a K-State podcast on KC Sports Network. Previously covered K-State as the beat writer for the Manhattan Mercury. KC Sports Network is the premier destination for Kansas City sports fans with podcasts, YouTube and social media content. Stay connected with the latest news and analysis by following KCSN on all social media platforms.

One MAJOR Concern That Could DERAIL K-State's Season

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In part two of this three-part series, I rank the No. 5-8 most important players on Kansas State's roster who I believe will have the biggest impact in dictatin

Kansas State's Garrett Oakley (86) stands in the end zone in Ames, Iowa, on Saturday, Nov 30, 2024, at Jack Trice Stadium after catching a touchdown pass by Avery Johnson to cut the Iowa State Cyclones' lead down to three after the Chris Tennant PAT. Mandatory Credit: K-State Athletics

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The arrival of Collin Klein as the Kansas State head coach has K-State fans buzzing with excitement. A schedule that looks to be favorable has many dreaming of

Sep 13, 2025; Honolulu, Hawaii, USA; Hawaii Rainbow Warriors wide receiver Brandon White (1) hauls in a catch while being guarded by Portland State Vikings cornerback Dionte Thornton (2) during the fourth quarter at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex. The play was called back due to a holding call on then Hawaii Rainbow Warriors. Mandatory Credit: Marco Garcia-Imagn Images

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The former track star is expected to bring explosiveness to the K-State offense in 2026.

Casey Alexander is welcomed as the new head coach of the Kansas State men’s basketball team during a press conference at Bramlage Coliseum on Monday, March 16, 2026.

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The Wildcats' 2027 recruiting class is off to a strong start with the commitment of four-star guard Kameron Cooper

Feb 24, 2026; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams guard Brandon Rechsteiner (2) gestures as he dribbles the ball up court in the second half against the Fresno State Bulldogs at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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What the new NCAA eligibility rule changes mean for K-State basketball looking ahead

Oct 25, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats quarterback Avery Johnson (2) runs the ball against the Kansas Jayhawks during the second half of the game at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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What the new NCAA eligibility rule changes mean for K-State looking forward

Kansas State defensive lineman coach Buddy Wyatt watches players warm up during practice on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

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K-State lands big-time defensive end, bolstering one of the program's best recruiting classes in over 20 years

Kansas State football new head coach Collin Klein walks through an entrance at Morgan Family Arena as he's introduced in front of a crown on Dec. 5, 2025.

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The Wildcats secured their 25th commitment on Tuesday, landing talented wide receiver Laron Baker over the likes of LSU, Michigan, Oklahoma, Texas Tech and many others.

Dec 5, 2025; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Collin Klein and athletic director Gene Taylor hold a jersey after Klein was named the new head coach of the Kansas State Wildcats football team at Morgan Family Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

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A comprehensive look at how Collin Klein and staff have assembled one of the program's best recruiting classes in 20-plus years.

Kansas State head coach Collin Klein fist bumps associate head and wide receivers coach Thad Ward during practice on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

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Kansas State added two more commitments over the past 24 hours as the Wildcats close in on finalizing their 2027 recruiting class, which is shaping up to be one of the program’s best in the past 20-plus years.

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Collin Klein and the K-State football staff continue to build on one of the Wildcats’ best recruiting classes in the past 20 years, as talented Florida athlete

Kansas State head coach Collin Klein walks the field during practice on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The first-year head coach and his staff continue to build momentum on the recruiting trail

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Collin Klein and the K-State coaching staff made a major statement on the recruiting trail over the weekend. Cooper Ohnmacht, a four-star recruit and the top-ra

Cole Manbeck

Joined: Apr 19, 2026

K-State loses star offensive tackle John Pastore for the season; who they turn to and what it means looking ahead

Predicting the depth chart for K-State’s secondary as well as key position battles

Previewing K-State’s offensive line, including depth-chart predictions and key position battles

Part 3: The four most important players on K-State's roster heading into the 2026 season

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Part two: ranking the most important players who will dictate Kansas State's 2026 football season

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Ranking the most important players on K-State’s roster who will dictate the Wildcats’ 2026 season

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This K-State receiver’s stock is soaring as his speed has everyone talking heading into the 2026 season

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K-State basketball lands four-star guard to begin its 2027 recruiting class

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The NCAA eligibility rule changes and what it means for K-State basketball looking ahead

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The NCAA eligibility rule changes and what it means for K-State football looking forward

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K-State football lands talented defensive end in another major recruiting win

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Talented wide receiver commits to K-State over nearly 20 other power-four offers

An in-depth look at how K-State's 2027 recruiting class might be one of the Wildcats’ best in 20-plus years

K-State football picks up two more commitments as momentum on the recruiting trail continues

K-State football lands talented Florida athlete, flipping him from Louisville commitment

K-State football lands top-ranked recruit in Kansas