KANSAS STATE
Newcomers: A key story out of Manhattan is the debut of the Brown brothers—running back Bryce Brown and linebacker Arthur Brown. The story has been well-documented--both are now at KSU after stops at Tennessee and Miami, respectively. Look for Bryce to make the most immediate impact, taking over at RB for the departed Daniel Thomas. Arthur was considered a disappointment at Miami and will be looking to get his career back on track under head coach Bill Snyder.
Quarterback: Collin Klein is the guy and is a player who has received Snyder’s pre-season praise. The former wide receiver started two games last season including a big win over Texas. If Klein continues to improve and Brown is the real deal at RB, then the ‘Cats will be formidable on offense.
NFL genes: Look for true freshman Ian Seau to get snaps at the defensive end position. The Wildcats' highest-rated recruit is the nephew of NFL great Junior Seau.
Trend line: KSU has won seven, five, five, six and seven games over the past five seasons.
Best post-game libations: Head, of course, to Aggieville after the game.
Schedule: It will be very hard to duplicate the seven win total of last season. Kansas State opens with Eastern Kentucky and Kent State before traveling to Miami, FL. In conference, KSU has tough home games against Baylor, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas A&M, plus road trips to Oklahoma State and Texas Tech. They also journey again to Lawrence for their in-state rivalry game, a match-up which KSU must win if it has any hopes of another bowl appearance.
Prediction: 5-7 overall; 3-6 in the Big 12
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