- Matchup: Kansas Jayhawks vs Kansas State Wildcats
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Venue: Bill Snyder Family Stadium, Manhattan, KS
- Broadcasting on: FS1
- Betting Odds: Wildcats favored by (-5.5)
- Total Points Over-Under: 55.5
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Bill Snyder Family Stadium will host an exciting clash as the Kansas State Wildcats (3-2) face off against the Kansas Jayhawks (2-3) on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The Jayhawks enter the game as 5.5-point underdogs, with the total points set at 55.5.
The Kansas Jayhawks have a current record of 2-3 this season. In their most recent game, they faced off against the Utah Utes, suffering a defeat with a final score of 41-24. Kansas managed 21 rushing attempts for a total of 58 yards, averaging 2.8 yards per carry. Overall, they ran 58 plays, accumulating 391 yards. Defensively, the Jayhawks allowed 24 completions on 31 attempts for 258 yards, resulting in a completion percentage of 77.4%. In terms of rushing defense, they yielded 287 yards on 47 carries, averaging 6.1 yards per carry against them.
Scoring-wise, the Jayhawks have an impressive average of 33.6 points per game. Their rushing attack averages 214.8 yards, ranking them 25th nationally. Kansas has amassed a total of 2,378 yards this season, with 8 passing touchdowns and 12 rushing touchdowns. To date, they have achieved 124 first downs and have incurred 37 penalties, resulting in a loss of 329 yards. The team has committed 8 turnovers this season.
Defensively, Kansas has allowed a total of 837 passing yards, ranking 15th in the nation, and they give up an average of 167.4 passing yards per game at a completion percentage of 56.2%. Overall, they are conceding 304.8 yards per game, placing them 31st in the country. Their defense has surrendered 7 passing touchdowns and 6 rushing touchdowns, allowing opponents to run for an average of 3.8 yards per carry, totaling 137.4 rushing yards per game. This season, the Jayhawks have allowed 687 rushing yards across 5 games, ranking 56th in team defense with 21.8 points per game allowed.
The Wildcats come into this game with a 3-2 record this season. In their last outing, they lost 35-16 to the Houston Cougars. Kansas State allowed 43 rushing attempts resulting in 233 yards (5.4 yards per carry). Their pass defense allowed a completion percentage of 63.3%, giving up 242 yards on 19 completions out of 30 attempts. The Wildcats totaled 299 yards from 59 plays, averaging 5.1 yards per play, and rushed for 117 yards on 29 carries at an average of 4.0 yards per attempt.
When it comes to scoring, Kansas State ranks 36th in Division 1, averaging 35.6 points per game. The Wildcats generate 444.0 yards per game, ranking 38th in college football. They have recorded 188 yards in penalties from 19 infractions, positioning them at 136th in this category. Kansas State has thrown 3 interceptions and allowed opponents to recover 2 fumbles while securing 122 first downs. So far, the Wildcats have accumulated 1,140 passing yards, averaging 228.0 passing yards per game, ranking 74th nationally, along with a rushing average of 216.0 yards per game and 1,080 rushing yards for the season.
Kansas State has allowed a total of 792 rushing yards this year (158.4 yards per game) and 5 rushing touchdowns. Additionally, they have surrendered 6 passing touchdowns and 133.4 yards per game, ranking 3rd in Division 1. Overall, they have given up 96 total points. The defense has recovered 3 fumbles and has yet to secure an interception this season. Kansas State’s defense has been on the field for 291 plays, ranking 7th nationally, while allowing 19.2 points per game, positioning them at 38th in college football.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s Kansas Jayhawks vs. Kansas State Wildcats game against the spread?
My Prediction: Choose the Jayhawks +5.5
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