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K-State Coach Defends Team After Heartbreaking Loss

11/23/2025

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Kansas State University football coach Chris Klieman expressed deep emotion after a 51-47 loss to Utah, leaving Wildcats at 5-6.
The Wildcats rushed for a school-record 472 yards but squandered 12-point lead.
Klieman defended his players and staff against criticism, citing injuries and setbacks.
Athletic director Gene Taylor publicly supported Klieman.
The Wildcats must beat Colorado on November 29 to earn bowl eligibility for the sixth time in seven seasons.

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Kansas State University football coach Chris Klieman expressed deep emotion after a 51-47 loss to Utah, leaving Wildcats at 5-6.
The Wildcats rushed for a school-record 472 yards but squandered 12-point lead.
Klieman defended his players and staff against criticism, citing injuries and setbacks.
Athletic director Gene Taylor publicly supported Klieman.
The Wildcats must beat Colorado on November 29 to earn bowl eligibility for the sixth time in seven seasons.