As Kansas State unveils its 2025 football schedule, fans are abuzz about one key storyline: how will the Wildcats cope without Avery Johnson? Johnson, who thrilled the college football world in 2024 and emerged as a potential Heisman contender, declared for the NFL Draft in January 2025, leaving an immense void to fill.
Kansas State 2025 Football Schedule
The Wildcats’ 2025 schedule has an array of enticing matchups:
- August 23: vs. Iowa State (Dublin, Ireland)
- August 30: North Dakota (Manhattan, KS)
- September 6: Army (Manhattan, KS)
- September 13: at Arizona (Tucson, AZ)
- September 27: UCF (Manhattan, KS)
- October 4: at Baylor (Waco, TX)
- October 11: TCU (Manhattan, KS)
- October 25: at Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
- November 1: Texas Tech (Manhattan, KS)
- November 15: at Oklahoma State (Stillwater, OK)
- November 22: at Utah (Salt Lake City, UT)
- November 29: Colorado (Manhattan, KS)
Avery Johnson wasn’t just a star—he was the face of Kansas State football.
In 2024, he passed for more than 3,400 yards and 30 touchdowns while rushing for more than 1,200 yards and 14 scores. His dual-threat domination propelled the Wildcats to the Big 12 title and a College Football Playoff berth.
Johnson’s legacy now looms monumental. The new quarterback, who could be rising star Jake Rubley or incoming freshman Chase Jackson, will inherit an offense built around movement and tempo. Offensive Coordinator Collin Klein will need to revise the playbook while instilling trust in the new signal caller.
The schedule is favorable, with six home games, including late-season matches that could determine the Big 12 race. The early Ireland opener versus Iowa State adds an unexpected dimension and draws national attention, allowing Kansas State to make a statement promptly.
Kansas State fans are hoping for another Heisman-caliber quarterback not to have to wait longer. If the next quarterback can establish a rhythm early, particularly in high-profile games against Baylor, Utah, and Kansas, a dark horse Heisman campaign is not out of the question.
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The 2025 season is more than just a rebuilding year; it’s a rebranding opportunity. With Johnson on his way to the NFL, the Wildcats have an opportunity to show that they are more than just one man.
With a new quarterback, returning veterans, and a good coaching staff, Kansas State is once again an intriguing Big 12 contender.
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