Coverage from K-State football’s Big 12 loss to Texas Tech

These articles focus on Kansas State's response following a significant loss to Texas Tech. They examine how K-State will manage the aftermath, address vulnerabilities and prepare for future games.

In one article, the Wildcats acknowledge Texas Tech's strong defense. They turned the ball over five times against the Red Raiders and must improve ball security. Another article notes K-State's strategic goals for upcoming matchups, specifically against Oklahoma State in pursuit of bowl eligibility.

Wide receiver Jayce Brown #1 of the Kansas State Wildcats dives for the ball against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the first half at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium on November 1, 2025 in Manhattan, Kansas. By Peter Aiken

NO. 1: K-STATE FOOTBALL UNABLE TO KEEP UP WITH TEXAS TECH RAIDERS IN BIG 12 HOME LOSS

Kansas State’s hot streak came to an end when it suffered a 43-20 loss against Texas Tech on Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. | Published November 1, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kellis Robinett

Linebacker Ben Roberts #13 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders tackles running back Joe Jackson #4 of the Kansas State Wildcats in the second half at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium on November 1, 2025 in Manhattan, Kansas. By Peter Aiken

NO. 2: KANSAS STATE WILDCATS VOW TO KEEP FIGHTING AFTER HUMBLING LOSS TO TEXAS TECH

Any dreams that the Kansas State football team had of entering the Big 12 championship race or pushing for an upper-tier bowl game came to an end when the Wildcats were unable to hang with Texas Tech during a 43-20 loss on Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. | Published November 2, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kellis Robinett

NO. 3: GRADES FROM KANSAS STATE’S LOSS TO TEXAS TECH AND A LOOK AHEAD TO OKLAHOMA STATE

Kansas State’s 43-20 loss against Texas Tech on Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium was the type of result that revealed how far away the Wildcats are from competing for a Big 12 championship this season.The Red Raiders are one of the best teams in the country, and they proved it by dominating a K-State squad that was on a hot streak. | Published November 2, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kellis Robinett

Running back J Koby Williams #20 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders runs for a touchdown against linebacker Desmond Purnell #32 of the Kansas State Wildcats in the second half at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium on November 1, 2025 in Manhattan, Kansas. By Peter Aiken

NO. 4: WHY BEATING K-STATE FELT LIKE A BREAKTHROUGH WIN FOR TEXAS TECH COACH JOEY MCGUIRE

For years, the Kansas State football team has been a nemesis for Texas Tech. | Published November 2, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kellis Robinett

Jayce Brown #1 of the Kansas State Wildcats runs with the ball after losing his helmet in the fourth quarter against the Baylor Bears at McLane Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Waco, Texas. He was ruled down where he lost his helmet. By Richard Rodriguez

NO. 5: K-STATE WILDCATS Q&A: JAYCE BROWN, LINKON CURE, BIG 12 TITLE SCENARIOS AND MORE

It’s time for another K-State Q Let’s dive right into your questions so we all have time to get ready for Halloween and a fun weekend of sports in Manhattan. | Published October 31, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kellis Robinett

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