A new era of Kansas State football is underway, with former star quarterback Collin Klein being named the program's next head coach, following the retirement of Chris Klieman.

 

Klein was a Heisman finalist at KSU and won 21 games as a starter. He has spent time coaching offense at both Kansas State and Texas A&M.

 

He says he feels blessed to have the opportunity to coach his alma mater.

 

Kansas State recently finished a 6-6 season, declining to play in a bowl game due to the coaching transition and roster turnover. Klein says the program will take necessary steps to keep up with modern college football.

 

Klein will make his head coaching debut on September 5th, 2026, when the Wildcats host the Nicholls State Colonels to open the season.