Kansas State’s tight end room isn’t just deep—it’s dangerous. From red zone dominance to matchup nightmares in the middle of the field, this position group could be the secret weapon that drives Avery Johnson and Matt Wells’ offense in 2025. Christian and Nick break down why Garrett Oakley is poised for a monster season, how Linkon Cure could flash early as a true freshman, and why this five-man unit may lead the entire Big 12 in touchdowns again. Plus: What the TE dominance means for Kansas State’s Week 0 clash with Iowa State in Dublin Why K-State’s tight end production could surpass the WRs again The latest on top recruit Ian Premer and what he could mean for the future of Tight End U 🔥 Comment below: Is this the most underrated position group in college football? 👇 SUBSCRIBE for daily Kansas State coverage and Farmageddon Fridays! #EMAW #KansasState #AveryJohnson #Farmageddon #CollegeFootball #Big12 #KStateFootball Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State

College sports face a financial reckoning. Are non-revenue generating programs doomed in the wake of the House settlement?

Drake Toll and a panel of Big 12 experts tackle the controversial future of collegiate athletics. The discussion spans the viability of Olympic sports, donor influence on program decisions, and the cultural impact of diverse athletic offerings. Jake Hatch provides insights on BYU's potential scholarship adjustments, while Cody Silvall argues for the growing popularity of wrestling and softball. The group debates the long-term consequences of cutting sports programs on university admissions and campus culture.

Tune in for a thought-provoking analysis of the challenges and opportunities facing college athletics in this new era.

The Farmageddon rivalry goes global as Kansas State and Iowa State prepare for a massive Week 0 showdown in Dublin, but both teams enter 2025 with big-time wide receiver question marks. 🚨 Iowa State must replace two NFL-bound 1,000-yard WRs (Jaylin Noel & Jayden Higgins). Can Xavier Townsend and Chase Sowell step up as Rocco Becht’s new go-to targets? 💥 Kansas State brings back Jace Brown and adds towering transfers Jaren Tibbs (Purdue) and Jared Bradley (BC/Texas Tech) — but can Avery Johnson take that next leap to elevate this unit? 🎙️ Hosts Christian Rauh (Locked On K-State) and Nick Maravetz (Locked On Cyclones) break down: Iowa State’s restructured WR depth chart Kansas State’s WR ceiling with Avery Johnson under center Red zone threats & breakout candidates Offensive identity shifts under Matt Wells AND a controversial Big 12 basketball scheduling decision that breaks a century-old Farmageddon tradition The episode also dives into how conference realignment, NIL, and playoff expansion are reshaping traditional rivalries like Farmageddon — both on the football field and in the hardwood. ⚠️ Will the Cyclones find a true WR1? 🚀 Can K-State finally field a WR group that matches its Big 12 title aspirations? 🧠 And did the Big 12 just destroy one of its best basketball rivalries? 👇 COMMENT BELOW: Who has the better WR room in 2025: Iowa State or Kansas State? 👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 🗣️ Share #FarmageddonFriday #Big12 #CollegeFootball #AveryJohnson #XavierTownsend Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State

NIL rules shake up college sports landscape. Will the "House settlement" revolutionize athlete compensation or lead to under-the-table deals?

The Big 12 Squad dissects recent changes to Name, Image, and Likeness regulations, exploring their impact on schools, athletes, and sports programs. From BYU's recruiting strategies to Title IX implications, the hosts offer insider perspectives on the evolving collegiate athletics scene. Jake Hatch provides historical context on Title IX application, while Parker Ainsworth examines the value of university brands in supporting non-revenue sports.

Tune in for expert analysis on how these NIL changes could reshape the future of college sports, from football powerhouses to women's softball programs.

Kansas State basketball fans — it’s time to believe again. Jerome Tang’s Wildcats are reloaded with a revamped coaching staff, gritty transfers, and international standouts like Elias Rapique and Andrej Kostic. Christian Rauh is joined by Joe Tillery to break down why this 2025-26 Kansas State roster might finally have the culture, buy-in, and system to get back to the NCAA Tournament. We cover: Why Jeff Driscoll might be the BEST offseason pickup, even beyond the roster What makes Elias Rapique a Day 1 starter with Draymond Green-type versatility Why Andrej Kostic is a legit breakout candidate in the Big 12 The PJ Haggerty effect and the value of combo guards in Tang’s new system Is rebounding still the team’s biggest weakness? And what’s next in the portal? 🏀 SUBSCRIBE to Locked On Kansas State as we march toward 1,000 subs by July 4! Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State

Kansas State linebacker Austin Romaine is no longer under the radar—he might be the best linebacker in all of college football heading into 2025. On today’s episode of Locked On Kansas State, Christian Rauh and guest Joe Tillery break down Romaine’s journey from 3-star recruit to PFF’s highest-graded Power 4 linebacker with a 91.0 grade. The duo also dives deep into K-State’s loaded linebacker room featuring Romaine, Desmond Purnell, and Ohio State transfer Gabe Powers. Is this the best positional group in the Big 12? Could it be the best linebacker unit in the entire country? And are we sleeping on the most complete defense of the Chris Klieman era? Topics include: Austin Romaine’s NFL Draft outlook and All-American potential Gabe Powers’ impact and why he might be the top defensive transfer in the Big 12 Whether the Wildcats run more 3-3-5 or 4-2-5 looks Why this defense might carry K-State to a Big 12 title And how the Avery Johnson hype may be overshadowing a dominant defensive core 🟣 SUBSCRIBE to Locked On Kansas State for daily K-State content 🗣️ COMMENT: Is Romaine the best linebacker in college football? Top 5? Who else belongs in that convo? Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State

Kansas State is making major recruiting moves in the Lone Star State.
Chris Klieman and the Wildcats have landed FOUR Texas commits, including high-IQ quarterback Miles Teodecki, who tossed 52 touchdowns and completed 70% of his passes last season.

Christian Rauh and recruiting expert Brian Smith dive into what this means for K-State's 2026 recruiting class, how the Wildcats are building dominance in the trenches with linemen Keegan Collins and Justin Morales, and why Texas is the key to future Big 12 success.

They also explore how K-State’s retention of stars like Jace Brown and Dylan Edwards, combined with new momentum, sets a 9-win floor for 2025 — and maybe more.

📈 Can K-State’s Texas pipeline become a recruiting powerhouse?
🔥 Will Teodecki be the next great Wildcat QB behind Avery Johnson?
🏆 Could this be the class that brings K-State back to the Big 12 title game?

👇 DROP YOUR THOUGHTS:
Will Kansas State finish with a Top 25 class?
Is Miles Teodecki a future star or a hidden gem?

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Kansas State may have lost DJ Giddens to the NFL… But this 2025 backfield might be even scarier. On today’s Farmageddon Friday Crossover with Locked On Cyclones: 💨 Why Dylan Edwards could be the Big 12’s most explosive playmaker this season 🧠 How Joe Jackson and Antonio Martin form a lethal 3-headed monster for K-State 🌧️ How the run game could decide the Week 0 matchup in Dublin — rain or shine 📊 Plus: We react to the disrespect in ESPN’s Football Power Index and talk playoff odds 💬 Drop your take in the comments: Who has the edge in the Week 0 backfield battle: K-State or Iowa State? Subscribe for weekly Farmageddon Fridays and daily K-State football coverage! #DylanEdwards #KansasStateFootball #KStateFootball #Farmageddon #Big12Football #AveryJohnson #KStateRunningBacks #CollegeFootball #LockedOnWildcats #IowaStateCyclones #Week0 #MattWells #CFBPlayoff #Big12Podcast Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball Big 12 Conference: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Locked on Kansas State