Overview
- Athletic director Gene Taylor said the decision followed talks with player leaders and Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark, citing staff transition and player-availability uncertainties.
- The Big 12 announced a $500,000 penalty for Kansas State declining a postseason invitation under conference policy.
- Klein, introduced Dec. 5 after Chris Klieman retired Dec. 3, will continue calling Texas A&M’s offense through the College Football Playoff as he begins rebuilding his K-State staff.
- Klein described early conversations with quarterback Avery Johnson as positive, highlighting a priority to reestablish key relationships before the transfer portal cycle intensifies.
- Kansas State ends the season 6-6 after securing bowl eligibility with a Nov. 29 win over Colorado, and Bill Snyder publicly endorsed Klein’s readiness to lead the program.