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Kansas State at Kansas
Oct 25, 2025 • Completed
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Kansas State
Big 12

Final Score
42 - 17

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Game Conditions
Humidity
97%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Excitement
4.16
Postgame Win Probability
Kansas: 24.5%
Kansas State: 75.5%
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Game Story
Kansas State pulls away from Kansas 42-17
Kansas State defeated Kansas 42-17 in Week 9 of the 2025 regular slate, finishing with a 371-247 edge in total yards, and scoring 2 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns.
Kansas State set the terms early in a game that finished 42-17. (09:54) No Huddle-Shotgun #2 A.Johnson rush left for 2 yards gain to the KU00 TOUCHDOWN, clock 09:50 #43 L.Rodriguez kick attempt good (H: #8 S.McClannan, LS: #33 A.Johnson) came with 9:50 left in the first quarter, giving Kansas State the first major swing.
Kansas State's box score carried the story: 371 total yards, 140 rushing yards, and 231 passing yards. Kansas finished with 247 total yards, including 110 on the ground and 137 through the air.
Kansas State converted 3-10 on third down, went 2-2 on fourth down, the turnover count was 1-4, Kansas State led 21-14 at halftime. The explosive highlight was (01:15) No Huddle-Shotgun #2 A.Johnson pass complete deep left to #1 J.Brown caught at KU43, for 78 yards to the KU00 TOUCHDOWN, clock 01:03, 1ST DOWN #43 L.Rodriguez kick attempt….
Key Moments
Rush
(09:54) No Huddle-Shotgun #2 A.Johnson rush left for 2 yards gain to the KU00 TOUCHDOWN, clock 09:50 #43 L.Rodriguez kick attempt good (H: #8 S.McClannan, LS: #33 A.Johnson) (Kansas State led 7-7 over Kansas).
Fumble Return Touchdown
Ralph Ortiz 20 Yd Fumble Return (Luis Rodriguez Kick) (Kansas led 7-14 over Kansas State).
Rush
(12:56) No Huddle-Shotgun #6 J.Daniels rush right for 6 yards gain to the KSU00 TOUCHDOWN, clock 12:50, 1ST DOWN. The previous play is under automatic review - "Runner broke the plane". CAL… (Kansas led 7-0 over Kansas State).
Pass Reception
(00:17) No Huddle-Shotgun #2 A.Johnson pass complete deep middle to #12 J.Tibbs caught at KU00, for 27 yards to the KU00 TOUCHDOWN, clock 00:12, 1ST DOWN #43 L.Rodriguez kick attempt good (… (Kansas State led 21-7 over Kansas).
Rush
(00:37) Shotgun #9 D.Hishaw Jr. rush middle for 3 yards gain to the KSU00 TOUCHDOWN, clock 00:30 #99 L.Marjan kick attempt good (H: #37 G.Addison, LS: #51 E.Duggar) (Kansas led 14-21 over Kansas State).
Rush
(07:24) No Huddle-Shotgun #23 D.Rice rush middle for 1 yard gain to the KU00 TOUCHDOWN, clock 07:23 #43 L.Rodriguez kick attempt good (H: #8 S.McClannan, LS: #33 A.Johnson) (Kansas State led 28-14 over Kansas).
Stat Callouts
Final score
42-17
Kansas State defeated Kansas.
Total yards
371-247
Kansas State held the yardage advantage.
Rushing yards
140
Kansas State averaged 3.9 yards per rush attempt.
Passing yards
231
Kansas State averaged 13.6 yards per pass attempt.
Third downs
3-10
Kansas State's conversion rate helped sustain possessions.
Opponent third downs
6-16
Kansas's offense struggled to keep drives alive.
Turnovers
1-4
Turnover totals are listed winner first.
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Kansas | Kansas State |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 247 | 371 |
| Passing Yards | 137 | 231 |
| Rushing Yards | 110 | 140 |
| First Downs | 18 | 17 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 6-16 | 3-10 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-5 | 2-2 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 5-46 | 3-30 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 1 |
| Completions / Attempts | 18-37 | 11-17 |
| Rushing Attempts | 40 | 36 |
| Passing TDs | 0 | 2 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 3 |
| Kicking Points | 5 | 6 |
| Possession Time | 32:40 | 27:20 |