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

Chris Klieman just dropped a ton of insight at his first Fall Camp press conference — and we’re breaking it all down. From offensive line depth concerns to WR room surprises, and from Avery Johnson’s growth to the backup QB battle, this episode covers it all. 🔥 Segment 1: O-Line reshuffle + Devon Rice emerges at WR 🧱 Segment 2: Defense flying under the radar, but quietly loaded ⚡ Segment 3: QB2...

Will Kansas State and TCU meet again in Arlington? In this Locked On College Crossover, Christian Rauh (Locked On Kansas State) and Stephen Simcox (Locked On Horned Frogs) break down the 2025 outlook for both programs: 🏈 Can Avery Johnson take the next step as QB1? 🏈 Why Josh Hoover might be the most underrated passer in the Big 12 🏈 TCU’s brutal schedule and the Bill Belichick-led UNC opener...

Deion Sanders vs Chris Klieman. Colorado vs Kansas State. The final game of the 2025 Big 12 regular season could be the biggest — and Coach Prime's toughest challenge yet. In this Locked On College Crossover episode, Locked On Kansas State and Locked On Buffs break down every angle of the high-stakes Week 13 showdown in Manhattan: 🟣 Will Avery Johnson’s offense be the best in the Big 12? 🖤 Can K...

Forget last year’s record — Oklahoma State is coming for blood in 2025. In this Locked On crossover, Christian Rauh (Locked On Kansas State) and Cody Stovall (Locked On Oklahoma State) break down why K-State fans should NOT overlook the Cowboys — especially with the Week 10 showdown in Stillwater looming. 🔥 Key Talking Points: 💣 Why this Oklahoma State team is nothing like the 2024 version 🔁 60...

Kansas State’s Fall Camp is underway — and the message is clear: this team is LOCKED IN. In today’s episode, Christian Rauh of Locked On Kansas State is joined by Jon Grove of GoPowercat.com / 247Sports to break down firsthand takeaways from fall camp, including bold observations from media availability, position battles, and the championship mentality brewing in Manhattan. 🔑 Key Topics Covered:...

Donald Trump just signed an executive order that could reshape college football as we know it — and the impact on the Big 12 and Kansas State is massive. In this Locked On College Football Crossover episode, Christian (Locked On Kansas State) and Richie Bradshaw (Locked On Sun Devils) break down the real implications for NIL, recruiting, and the future of college sports. 🧠 What You’ll Learn in Th...

Kansas State’s linebacker room might be the key to another Big 12 title run. In the final positional breakdown before Week 0’s Farmageddon clash in Dublin, we’re diving deep into the linebackers — and there’s a lot to unpack. 🔥 Austin Romaine might just be the best player on K-State’s entire roster — a future NFL pick who turned down SEC and Big Ten offers to stay loyal to the Cats. 💪 Desmond Pu...

Did the Big 12 Conference make a mistake turning down the Memphis Tigers from joining the conference? What value would they add to the conference? The Big 12 Squad debates how the move would have helped or hurt the BYU Cougars, Arizona Sun Devils, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Utah Utes, Arizona Wildcats, Baylor Bears, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Cincinnati Bearcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, Iow...

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...