Tue May 06 04:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Kansas State Wildcats Ranked No. 16 in Post-Spring Top 25
**Manhattan, KS** – Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt’s Post-Spring Top 25 college football rankings have placed Kansas State at No. 16, generating significant preseason hype for the Wildcats. Klatt cited head coach Chris Klieman’s prowess and the returning experience of quarterback Avery Johnson as key factors in the ranking. However, Klatt also highlighted the need to replace NFL-drafted running back DJ Giddens, while noting the strengths of returning players Dylan Edwards and Jayce Brown. Edwards impressed in his freshman season, while Brown led the team in receiving yards last year.
Other Big 12 teams featured in Klatt’s rankings include Baylor (No. 24), Iowa State (No. 17), Arizona State (No. 15), and BYU (No. 14). The Wildcats are currently focused on determining starters among newcomers JB Nelson and Terrence Enos Jr. The upcoming season promises to be an exciting one for Kansas State as they look to build on their success.