Kansas State Appoints Colin Klein and Trey Scott to Restore Football Program's Legacy

Kansas State University has appointed Colin Klein as the new head coach and Trey Scott as general manager to help restore the football program's legacy. Klein, a former star quarterback for the Wildcats, takes over following Chris Klieman's retirement after the 2025 season, which marked the first time since 2018 that the team won fewer than eight games.

Klein and Scott share a long history, having played together at Kansas State, where Scott was Klein's backup. Their professional paths crossed frequently, allowing them to maintain a close relationship. Klein aims to bring back the program's attention to detail, a hallmark of previous successful eras under coaches Bill Snyder and Klieman.

Quarterback Avery Johnson noted that last season's focus on small details was lacking, which they plan to address moving forward. Despite challenges such as injuries to key players and the transfer of their leading receiver, Klein is determined to leverage his offensive expertise to maximize the team's potential and uphold Kansas State's storied football tradition.