Is Kansas State being underrated in the Big 12 preseason power rankings? On today’s Locked On Kansas State, we break down the Locked On Podcast Network’s Big 12 Power Rankings with Arizona State at #1, Kansas State at #2, and Texas Tech, Baylor, and Iowa State rounding out the top five. We discuss: ✅ Why Kansas State is built for a Big 12 title run despite being slotted behind Arizona State. ✅ The impact of Week 0 vs. Iowa State in Dublin and why it could decide the season. ✅ Whether Arizona State deserves the top spot after last year’s playoff run. ✅ Which teams could surprise in the Big 12 and shake up the race. ✅ Why the Wildcats’ loaded roster, Avery Johnson’s breakout potential, and a balanced offense could make this team a College Football Playoff contender in 2025. Drop your take in the comments: Where should Kansas State be ranked in the Big 12 power rankings, and will they win the conference this year? Subscribe for daily Wildcats insights, position group breakdowns, and Big 12 updates all season long! Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State

Big 12 shakeup: BYU QB Jake Retzlaff exits, Texas State joins PAC-12. Is college football's landscape shifting dramatically?

Host Drake Toll and the squad analyze Retzlaff's departure from BYU Football and its impact on the Cougars' upcoming season. The team dissects Texas State's surprising move to the PAC-12, exploring potential recruiting battles and conference realignment strategies. Discussions cover Sacramento State's aggressive push into college football prominence and the evolving dynamics of TV revenue in the sport. Jake Hatch offers insider perspectives on BYU's quarterback situation.

Tune in for expert analysis on how these moves could reshape the future of Big 12 Football and beyond.

Who is the best quarterback in the Big 12? Is it Kansas State’s Avery Johnson, Arizona State’s Sam Leavitt, or Baylor’s Sawyer Robertson? On this special Locked On crossover, we debate the top QBs in the Big 12, break down Kansas State’s supporting cast around Avery Johnson, and look at whether K-State is getting overlooked in the Big 12 title race. We also discuss why Baylor could be a sleeper threat to both Kansas State and ASU, and why the Big 12 is the best quarterback conference in college football. Who’s your pick for the best QB in the Big 12 this season? Drop your rankings in the comments! 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for daily Kansas State and Big 12 football coverage leading into the 2025 season. Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State

Kansas State fans, it’s time for a reality check: the Sunflower Showdown isn’t the biggest game on the 2025 schedule. In today’s Locked On Kansas State, we break down why the so-called “rivalry” with Kansas is just another game for the Wildcats, why Avery Johnson is the best quarterback in the state (and a dark horse Heisman candidate), and why Jalon Daniels isn’t the threat the media says he is. We also rank the six games that actually matter more than the Kansas game for K-State’s push toward a Big 12 Championship in 2025. Is the Sunflower Showdown even a rivalry anymore? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for daily Kansas State football coverage, Big 12 previews, and game analysis as we get closer to the 2025 season and Big 12 Media Days. Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State

Kansas State’s 2025 football schedule has plenty of challenges, but the biggest trap game no one is talking about? The Utah Utes. In today’s Locked On Kansas State, we break down why Utah’s new up-tempo RPO system under Jason Beck, Devin Dampier’s dual-threat ability, and a top Big 12 offensive line could spell trouble for Chris Klieman’s Wildcats late in the season. We dive into why this cold-weather, high-altitude matchup might be the most dangerous game on the schedule — and how it could derail K-State’s push for the Big 12 Championship if overlooked. Do you see Utah as a trap game for Kansas State in 2025? Let us know in the comments! 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for daily Kansas State football coverage as we head into Big 12 Media Days and the 2025 season! Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State

Offensive line showdown: Iowa State Cyclones vs. Kansas State Wildcats. Which Big 12 powerhouse has the edge in the trenches? Christian Rauh and Nick Marovets break down the offensive line outlook for both teams. They analyze Iowa State's traditional strength up front, highlighting key players like Brendan Black and incoming transfers. For Kansas State, the hosts discuss the impact of coaching changes and new additions from Ohio State and Penn State. The conversation shifts to tight end strategies, with Linkon Cure's potential game-changing role for the Wildcats. Fan predictions and rivalry banter add spice to this in-depth analysis. Tune in for expert insights on how these offensive lines could shape the Big 12 landscape this season. Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State