Kansas State coach Chris Klieman acknowledged both the importance of the Wildcats' 34-27 victory over Tulane and the areas in which the team needs to improve as they prepare for their upcoming game against Arizona. The Wildcats overcame a 10-point halftime deficit, impressing Klieman with Tulane's talent despite his team's win. He noted that Tulane's performance in the first half put Kansas State on the defensive, and he praised the resilience shown by his players in the second half. Klieman also discussed the challenges of preparing for a Friday night game on a short week, emphasizing the need for better performance across all phases of the game. Despite past losses to Tulane, Klieman dismissed any notions of revenge, focusing instead on the current team's abilities. The victory leaves Kansas State at 2-0 as they enter their conference opener.