Kansas State football has had a whirlwind of activity in the transfer portal. The team is shifting after Chris Klieman retired and Collin Klein stepped in as head coach.
As the Wildcats look ahead to the 2026 season, they’re locking in commitments from several promising players. The goal? Strengthen the roster and spark new energy. Here’s a quick update on who’s coming and going in the Kansas State football program.
Key Additions to Kansas State Football
The Wildcats have jumped into the transfer portal with both feet, pulling in talent across the board. Here are some of the most notable new faces:
Josh Manning – Wide Receiver
Josh Manning, who’s coming over from Missouri, should slot right into a starting wide receiver spot. Last season, he started 12 games and caught 29 passes for 318 yards and two touchdowns.
Manning was a four-star recruit. He already has chemistry with Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson—always a nice bonus.
Key Transfers in Defensive Positions
- Fields: A running back from Oklahoma State. He averaged five yards per carry last season and now reunites with Cory Patterson, the Wildcats’ new running backs coach.
- Mason: Previously at Louisiana Tech, Mason racked up 68 tackles and 14.5 tackles for loss, earning second-team All-Conference USA honors.
- Prevard: A cornerback from Virginia. Prevard played 656 snaps last season, showing off his versatility in both slot and box roles.
Offensive Line Reinforcements
The Wildcats have made sure to shore up their offensive line too. Here’s who’s joining:
- Morley: An offensive lineman from Illinois. He played 13 games in 2024 and served as team captain in 2025, but an injury cut his season short.
- Morris: From Akron, Morris brings experience at multiple spots—left tackle, center, you name it.
Defensive Line Strengthening
Kansas State has zeroed in on the defensive line and brought in some fresh faces:
- Burns: A defensive tackle from Cincinnati. Burns made 11 tackles last season and has a reputation for clogging up the middle.
- Oliphant: A redshirt freshman from Oklahoma State. Oliphant tallied 24 total tackles and two sacks last year.
Special Teams and Other Key Transfers
On top of the offensive and defensive reinforcements, Kansas State has added some help on special teams and elsewhere:
- Hammond: A kicker from Toledo. He hit two out of three field goals in the Boca Raton Bowl, including a 50-yarder.
- Duffield: A long snapper from Oklahoma State, ranked No. 11 nationally in the Class of 2025.
Departures from Kansas State Football
Of course, players have moved on too. Here are a few of the notable departures:
- Austin Romaine: Linebacker, now at Texas Tech.
- Jayce Brown: Wide receiver, headed to LSU.
- Ryan Davis: Defensive end, transferred to Baylor.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 Season
The transfer portal stays open until January 16, so Kansas State might see more roster changes. The Wildcats look set to enter 2026 with a roster that’s both refreshed and stronger, largely thanks to the coaching staff’s hard work and smart portal pickups.
If you’re curious about the latest transfer portal updates, check out the original article from the Topeka Capital-Journal.
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