Iowa State Defeats Kansas State 24-21 in Dublin Season Opener

Kansas State's football season started with a tough 24-21 loss to Iowa State in a neutral-site Week 0 game in Dublin, Ireland, marking their third consecutive defeat to the Cyclones and leaving them 0-1 in Big 12 play. Despite quarterback Avery Johnson's 273 passing yards and two touchdowns, the Wildcats struggled with execution, including multiple failed fourth-down attempts and the early loss of star running back Dylan Edwards to injury. Coach Chris Klieman emphasized resilience, reminding that the season has 11 more games and expressing confidence in the team's ability to rebound. Players like Tobi Osunsanmi and Austin Romaine echoed the need to move past the loss quickly and focus on upcoming challenges, including their home opener against North Dakota. Meanwhile, Kansas soccer was held to a scoreless draw by Utah State, setting the stage for a highly anticipated match against No. 2 Florida State, highlighting contrasting early season results in Kansas collegiate sports. The Wildcats' offensive struggles in Dublin raised concerns ahead of their October rivalry game against Kansas, with some suggesting Kansas State's current form may boost the Jayhawks' confidence.