Podcast
KCSN: K-State Athletics
Hosted by KC Sports Network · EN
We cover the K-State Wildcats.
"3MAW" features John Kurtz - former Sports Director of 1350 KMAN radio in Manhattan, Derek Young - Editor of the On3 site "K-StateOnline," plus former K-State beat writer for the Manhattan Mercury, Cole Manbeck.
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Ranking the Most Important Players for 2026 K-State Football Season | 3MAW 7/31
6d ago00:59:24Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz, Cole Manbeck and Derek Young rank the most important players for success for K-State football in 2026. The guys discuss differences in their rankings, what positions they agree on and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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How K-State Football Stacks Up in the Big 12 in 2026 | 3MAW 7/28
1w ago01:05:56Tap to summarizeCole Manbeck and Derek Young discuss where K-State stacks up against the rest of the Big 12 ahead of the 2026 football season, how the Wildcats different position groups compare to others in the conference, look back at Collin Klein's 2022 season as OC in a fun trivia game and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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How Casey Alexander can Rebuild K-State Basketball | 3MAW 7/23
2w ago01:01:58Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz, Cole Manbeck and Derek Young discuss K-State basketball, the TBT, takeaways from Casey Alexander's recent comments, how the Wildcats can go about rebuilding , rapid fire football questions and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Assessing How K-State's Special Teams can Improve in 2026 | 3MAW 7/21
2w ago01:03:43Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz, Cole Manbeck and Derek Young discuss what went wrong for K-State's special teams in 2025, Stanton Weber's pedigree as a special teams coach, how the unit can improve in 2026 and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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K-State Makes Major Announcement for Football Fans, Why Phil Steele Stinks + More | 3MAW 7/17
3w ago00:56:05Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz, Derek Young and Cole Manbeck discuss a major announcement by Gene Taylor regarding K-State football fans, Phil Steele's preseason Big 12 rankings, some questions facing K-State Football in 2026 and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Why Collin Klein is NAILING His Media Appearances Before the Season | 3MAW 7/13
3w ago00:57:40Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz and Cole Manbeck discuss how Collin Klein is thriving in the media spotlight as the new head coach at K-State, takeaways from what QB Avery Johnson said at Big 12 media day and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Joe Jackson Talks Breakout 2025 Game and His Role in 2026 | 3MAW 7/10
4w ago00:09:57Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by K-State running back Joe Jackson at Big 12 Media day in Frisco, Texas discussing his late season performance in 2025, his expectations for the 2026 season and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Wesley Fair and Rex Van Wyhe Talk K-State Football at Big 12 Media Day | 3MAW 7/9
4w ago00:27:04Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by K-State defenders Wesley Fair and Rex Van Wyhe discussing the coaching changes with Collin Klein and defensive coordinator Jordan Peterson, expectations for the 2026 season and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Collin Klein is Ready for Year 1 at the Helm of the Wildcats | 3MAW 7/9
4w ago00:22:47Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by head coach of the K-State Wildcats Collin Klein at Big 12 media day in Frisco, Texas discussing his job, what he sees for the future of the program, the ever changing landscape of college athletics and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Avery Johnson is Prepared to Lead K-State Football in 2026 | 3MAW 7/8
4w ago00:23:56Tap to summarizeJohn Kurtz and Derek Young are joined by K-State quarterback Avery Johnson at Big 12 Media day in Frisco, Texas discussing his role in 2026, working with Collin Klein and more! —Join us for the fifth annual KCSN Foundation Tacos & Bourbon Golf Tournament on Aug. 17 at Creekmoor Golf Course! SIGN UP HERE: https://givebutter.com/kcsngolf— 📧 KCSN Chiefs Newsletter: Join 20,000+ Chiefs fans and subscribe FREE for the latest news and analysis directly to your inbox every weekday ➡️ https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe (https://www.kcsn.com/subscribe) — Check out our merch! https://shopkcsn.com/ (https://shopkcsn.com/) — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374) Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en) — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefs (https://www.facebook.com/share/1NFHbcoQWB/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ (https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork (https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork) Website - www.kcsn.com (http://www.kcsn.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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