Locked On Kansas State - Daily Podcast on Kansas State Wildcats Football & Basketball

Kansas State is on a WARPATH — is this the year the Wildcats punch their ticket to the College Football Playoff? We break down the Big 12 preseason poll, coaching rankings, and make bold predictions for K-State, UCF, and the rest of the conference. In this Locked On crossover, we cover: Why Kansas State is ranked No. 2 and what Avery Johnson’s breakout means for CFP hopes. Chris Klieman vs. the Bi...

Big 12 shuts the door on Memphis Tigers' conference dreams. What's next for college sports realignment? Parker Ainsworth and Christian Rauh analyze the Big 12's surprising rejection of Memphis, despite a massive sponsorship deal. They explore the conference's potential targets, including basketball powerhouses Gonzaga and UConn. The hosts break down the challenges faced by recent Big 12 additions...

Farmageddon Friday: Kansas State Wildcats vs Iowa State Cyclones - Dublin Showdown Preview Can the Cyclones' revamped defensive line stun the Wildcats in Ireland? Christian Rauh and Nick Marovets break down the crucial matchup between Kansas State and Iowa State's front sevens. They analyze key players like Dom Orange and tamatoa mcdonough, discussing how their performances could shape the game's...

SEC's fear of Big 12 dominance? Conference rivalries heat up as scheduling debates intensify. Is the SEC's late-season "cupcake" strategy a sign of weakness? Jake Hatch and the Big 12 Squad dissect the growing tension between conferences, analyzing Brett Yormark's playoff model impact and Greg Sankey's response. The hosts explore how NIL deals are reshaping recruiting landscapes and team rankings....

Chris Klieman says this is the most talented wide receiver room he’s had since arriving at Kansas State — and it’s not just talk. Between Jaron Tibbs, Jayce Brown, and a loaded group of transfer and returning talent, Kansas State Football is poised for a massive step forward in 2025. In today’s episode of Locked On Kansas State, host Christian Rauh breaks down: Why Klieman believes this WR room is...

Kansas State head coach Chris Kleiman made waves at Big 12 Media Days by revealing Ohio State transfer George Fitzpatrick as the starting left tackle heading into fall camp. This bold move, along with new depth from transfer portal additions like J.B. Nelson and Tarrence Enos, signals a major reshaping of the Wildcats' offensive line. In this episode of Locked On Kansas State, we break down: Why F...

🚨 Farmageddon Friday is BACK! The Big 12 Media Days gave us plenty to chew on, and today we break down everything you need to know: ✅ Brett Yormark’s bold take that the Big 12 will get multiple College Football Playoff teams in 2025. ✅ The loaded Big 12 QB room and why it might be the best in the country. ✅ Chris Klieman’s 16-team playoff vision and why it makes sense after last year’s chaos....

Big 12 Media Days Shake Up College Football Landscape. Is a new era of NIL deals and conference realignment on the horizon? Parker Ainsworth, Jake Hatch, and JT Worcestershill break down the biggest stories from Frisco, Texas. The hosts analyze Joey Maguire's call for player contracts, Brett Yormark's firm stance on playoff formats, and the debate over Big 12's depth. Key topics include the enforc...

Is Kansas State being underrated in the Big 12 preseason power rankings? On today’s Locked On Kansas State, we break down the Locked On Podcast Network’s Big 12 Power Rankings with Arizona State at #1, Kansas State at #2, and Texas Tech, Baylor, and Iowa State rounding out the top five. We discuss: ✅ Why Kansas State is built for a Big 12 title run despite being slotted behind Arizona State. ✅ T...

Big 12 shakeup: BYU QB Jake Retzlaff exits, Texas State joins PAC-12. Is college football's landscape shifting dramatically? Host Drake Toll and the squad analyze Retzlaff's departure from BYU Football and its impact on the Cougars' upcoming season. The team dissects Texas State's surprising move to the PAC-12, exploring potential recruiting battles and conference realignment strategies. Discussio...

Texas Tech is spending BIG in the transfer portal and NIL to chase a Big 12 championship, but can Kansas State’s culture, player development, and returning stars overcome the Red Raiders’ aggressive roster building? In today’s Locked On Kansas State, we break down how Joey McGuire and Texas Tech are using NIL and the transfer portal to load up for a Big 12 title push, what it means for Kansas Stat...

Kansas State’s 2025 running back room might be the key to winning the Big 12 and making a College Football Playoff push—but only if offensive coordinator Matt Wells unleashes Dylan Edwards, Joe Jackson, and Antonio Martin correctly. Today on Locked On Kansas State, we break down why Antonio Martin could be the Wildcats’ secret red zone weapon, how Dylan Edwards can be an all-purpose game-changer,...

Who is the best quarterback in the Big 12? Is it Kansas State’s Avery Johnson, Arizona State’s Sam Leavitt, or Baylor’s Sawyer Robertson? On this special Locked On crossover, we debate the top QBs in the Big 12, break down Kansas State’s supporting cast around Avery Johnson, and look at whether K-State is getting overlooked in the Big 12 title race. We also discuss why Baylor could be a sleeper th...

Kansas State fans, it’s time for a reality check: the Sunflower Showdown isn’t the biggest game on the 2025 schedule. In today’s Locked On Kansas State, we break down why the so-called “rivalry” with Kansas is just another game for the Wildcats, why Avery Johnson is the best quarterback in the state (and a dark horse Heisman candidate), and why Jalon Daniels isn’t the threat the media says he is....

Kansas State’s 2025 football schedule has plenty of challenges, but the biggest trap game no one is talking about? The Utah Utes. In today’s Locked On Kansas State, we break down why Utah’s new up-tempo RPO system under Jason Beck, Devin Dampier’s dual-threat ability, and a top Big 12 offensive line could spell trouble for Chris Klieman’s Wildcats late in the season. We dive into why this cold-wea...

Offensive line showdown: Iowa State Cyclones vs. Kansas State Wildcats. Which Big 12 powerhouse has the edge in the trenches? Christian Rauh and Nick Marovets break down the offensive line outlook for both teams. They analyze Iowa State's traditional strength up front, highlighting key players like Brendan Black and incoming transfers. For Kansas State, the hosts discuss the impact of coaching cha...

BYU Cougars Football lands 5-star QB sensation Ryder Lyons. Is this the game-changer that propels BYU to Big 12 dominance? Dive into the seismic impact of Lyons' commitment on BYU's football program and the Big 12 landscape. Hosts break down the significance of this rare 5-star recruit for the Cougars, exploring how it stacks up against rival Utah's recruiting efforts. The conversation tackles BYU...

Kansas State’s tight end room isn’t just deep—it’s dangerous. From red zone dominance to matchup nightmares in the middle of the field, this position group could be the secret weapon that drives Avery Johnson and Matt Wells’ offense in 2025. Christian and Nick break down why Garrett Oakley is poised for a monster season, how Linkon Cure could flash early as a true freshman, and why this five-man u...

College sports face a financial reckoning. Are non-revenue generating programs doomed in the wake of the House settlement? Drake Toll and a panel of Big 12 experts tackle the controversial future of collegiate athletics. The discussion spans the viability of Olympic sports, donor influence on program decisions, and the cultural impact of diverse athletic offerings. Jake Hatch provides insights on...

The Farmageddon rivalry goes global as Kansas State and Iowa State prepare for a massive Week 0 showdown in Dublin, but both teams enter 2025 with big-time wide receiver question marks. 🚨 Iowa State must replace two NFL-bound 1,000-yard WRs (Jaylin Noel & Jayden Higgins). Can Xavier Townsend and Chase Sowell step up as Rocco Becht’s new go-to targets? 💥 Kansas State brings back Jace Brown and ad...

NIL rules shake up college sports landscape. Will the "House settlement" revolutionize athlete compensation or lead to under-the-table deals? The Big 12 Squad dissects recent changes to Name, Image, and Likeness regulations, exploring their impact on schools, athletes, and sports programs. From BYU's recruiting strategies to Title IX implications, the hosts offer insider perspectives on the evolvi...

Kansas State basketball fans — it’s time to believe again. Jerome Tang’s Wildcats are reloaded with a revamped coaching staff, gritty transfers, and international standouts like Elias Rapique and Andrej Kostic. Christian Rauh is joined by Joe Tillery to break down why this 2025-26 Kansas State roster might finally have the culture, buy-in, and system to get back to the NCAA Tournament. We cover: W...

Kansas State linebacker Austin Romaine is no longer under the radar—he might be the best linebacker in all of college football heading into 2025. On today’s episode of Locked On Kansas State, Christian Rauh and guest Joe Tillery break down Romaine’s journey from 3-star recruit to PFF’s highest-graded Power 4 linebacker with a 91.0 grade. The duo also dives deep into K-State’s loaded linebacker roo...

Kansas State is making major recruiting moves in the Lone Star State. Chris Klieman and the Wildcats have landed FOUR Texas commits, including high-IQ quarterback Miles Teodecki , who tossed 52 touchdowns and completed 70% of his passes last season. Christian Rauh and recruiting expert Brian Smith dive into what this means for K-State's 2026 recruiting class, how the Wildcats are building dominanc...

Kansas State may have lost DJ Giddens to the NFL… But this 2025 backfield might be even scarier. On today’s Farmageddon Friday Crossover with Locked On Cyclones: 💨 Why Dylan Edwards could be the Big 12’s most explosive playmaker this season 🧠 How Joe Jackson and Antonio Martin form a lethal 3-headed monster for K-State 🌧️ How the run game could decide the Week 0 matchup in Dublin — rain or shine...