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Social Media Reactions to Kansas State's Win over Colorado

On Senior Day, Kansas State won to secure its spot in a bowl game this season. The Wildcats won their sixth game of the season with their victory over the Buffaloes.
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Kansas State Wildcats running back Joe Jackson is congratulated by Kansas State Wildcats defensive end Cody Stufflebean after scoring a touchdown. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images
Kansas State Wildcats running back Joe Jackson is congratulated by Kansas State Wildcats defensive end Cody Stufflebean after scoring a touchdown. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images | Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

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Kansas State secured a significant victory, finishing the game by defeating Colorado by a final score of 24–14. It enabled them to achieve their primary objective for the season: a bowl game. The opportunity allowed the seniors to secure a victory in their final home game as college student-athletes.

The Wildcats secured their sixth victory of the season, earning a spot in a bowl game. The Wildcats did not expect their record of 6-6 overall, with a 5-4 mark in Big 12 play, entering this season, but they are happy to be going to a bowl. Under the leadership of head coach Chris Klieman, the team has secured a spot in a bowl game for five consecutive years. For the school to advance, participating in a bowl game is crucial, as it provides players, particularly the younger ones, with up to 15 additional practices to enhance their skills.

The relentless speed of sophomore Joe Jackson amplified the thrill for Wildcat fans watching this game throughout. He racked up 142 yards rushing, contributing to all three of K-State's touchdowns. His performance was instrumental in exhausting the Colorado defense, particularly as the game drew to a close. He provided the offense with the spark it required on a chilly, blustery day when passing was a challenge.

The Cats exerted significant effort to achieve victory on both sides of the ball. Despite struggling to find rhythm, especially with its passing game, K-State's offense managed to move the ball and secure first downs when necessary. Their success hinged on a gritty, hard-nosed approach, a steadfast dedication to the ground game, and a keen awareness of the clock, all while executing crucial defensive maneuvers. The Wildcats' defense stats don't pop out, but they held Colorado's offense to only 14 points, and that was enough to give K-State the much-needed win.

Here are some social media posts during the game.

Here now are the postgame social media posts following K-State's win.

The final score of 24-14 for Kansas State shows that they fought hard to win the game and make it to the bowl game. For Colorado, the loss symbolizes the conclusion of a tough season and shows that they need to make big improvements. Some Wildcats fans may not want Klieman to lead K-State moving forward, but it seems the majority of fans want Klieman to continue to coach the Wildcats.

What bowl game and whom may Kansas State play?

Opinions are floating around that Kansas State might face off against a team from Conference USA, such as Louisiana Tech, or perhaps an at-large contender from the former Pac-12.

A bowl game that often serves as the final or penultimate opportunity for a typical Big 12 tie-in is another option. Such an arrangement is a logical move for a middle- or lower-tier Big 12 team that finishes with a 6-6 record like the Wildcats. The Navy Midshipmen are poised to make an appearance in the Armed Forces Bowl, provided they secure bowl eligibility and navigate their way through their American Athletic Conference affiliation or an associated slot. They would give K-State a challenge if that were to be their bowl game opponent.

The Big 12 has an additional bowl option available for teams that may not qualify for the more prestigious matchups, such as the Alamo, Pop-Tarts, or Texas Bowls. The bowl games are set to be officially revealed on Sunday, December 7th, following the release of the College Football Playoff rankings and the conclusion of all league championship games. With this final piece in place, Kansas State is set to make its long-awaited appearance in the bowl game it truly deserves.

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Ryan Kay
RYAN KAY

Ryan Kay is a journalist who graduated from Michigan State in 2003 and is passionate about covering college sports and enjoys writing features and articles covering various collegiate teams. He has worked as an editor at Go Joe Bruin and has been a contributor for Longhorns Wire and Busting Brackets. He is a contributor for Kansas State On SI.

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