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How K-State Football Stacks Up in the Big 12 in 2026 | 3MAW 7/28 Jul 28, 2026

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Cole Manbeck and Derek Young discuss where K-State stacks up against the rest of the Big 12 ahead of the 2026 football season, how the Wildcats different position groups compare to others in the conference, look back at Collin Klein's 2022 season as OC in a fun trivia game and more!

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How Casey Alexander can Rebuild K-State Basketball | 3MAW 7/23 Jul 23, 2026

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John Kurtz, Cole Manbeck and Derek Young discuss K-State basketball, the TBT, takeaways from Casey Alexander's recent comments, how the Wildcats can go about rebuilding , rapid fire football questions and more!

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Assessing How K-State's Special Teams can Improve in 2026 | 3MAW 7/21 Jul 21, 2026

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John Kurtz, Cole Manbeck and Derek Young discuss what went wrong for K-State's special teams in 2025, Stanton Weber's pedigree as a special teams coach, how the unit can improve in 2026 and more!

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K-State Makes Major Announcement for Football Fans, Why Phil Steele Stinks + More | 3MAW 7/17 Jul 17, 2026

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John Kurtz, Derek Young and Cole Manbeck discuss a major announcement by Gene Taylor regarding K-State football fans, Phil Steele's preseason Big 12 rankings, some questions facing K-State Football in 2026 and more!

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Why Collin Klein is NAILING His Media Appearances Before the Season | 3MAW 7/13 Jul 13, 2026

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John Kurtz and Cole Manbeck discuss how Collin Klein is thriving in the media spotlight as the new head coach at K-State, takeaways from what QB Avery Johnson said at Big 12 media day and more!

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Joe Jackson Talks Breakout 2025 Game and His Role in 2026 | 3MAW 7/10 Jul 10, 2026

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John Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by K-State running back Joe Jackson at Big 12 Media day in Frisco, Texas discussing his late season performance in 2025, his expectations for the 2026 season and more!

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Wesley Fair and Rex Van Wyhe Talk K-State Football at Big 12 Media Day | 3MAW 7/9 Jul 09, 2026

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John Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by K-State defenders Wesley Fair and Rex Van Wyhe discussing the coaching changes with Collin Klein and defensive coordinator Jordan Peterson, expectations for the 2026 season and more!

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Collin Klein is Ready for Year 1 at the Helm of the Wildcats | 3MAW 7/9 Jul 09, 2026

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John Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by head coach of the K-State Wildcats Collin Klein at Big 12 media day in Frisco, Texas discussing his job, what he sees for the future of the program, the ever changing landscape of college athletics and more!

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Avery Johnson is Prepared to Lead K-State Football in 2026 | 3MAW 7/8 Jul 08, 2026

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John Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by K-State quarterback Avery Johnson at Big 12 Media day in Frisco, Texas discussing his role in 2026, working with Collin Klein and more!

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Gene Taylor Discusses the State of K-State at Big 12 Media Day | 3MAW 7/8 Jul 08, 2026

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John Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by K-State athletic director Gene Taylor discussing hiring Collin Klein and Casey Alexander, how the Big 12 can continue to elevate its profile in college athletics, the impact of NIL and more!

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