Nicholls vs Kansas State Picks and Predictions for Saturday, September 5th, 2026

By: Cameron Ross Published 09/05/2026, 12:10 AM ET

Nicholls State vs Kansas State Game Information

The Nicholls Colonels will be on the road for the first time this season Saturday night, with a game inside Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, KS, at 7:00 PM against the Kansas State Wildcats. Nicholls comes into this week undefeated after a 34-point victory in their first game last week. The Kansas State Wildcats come into 2026 looking to build off mediocrity a year ago. Kansas State started the year 1-3 but finished 6-6 after winning 4 of the last 6 games of the year. Stay in the loop with our College Football Picks.

Nicholls State Preview

Nicholls dominated last week's game defensively, giving up just 10 points on 228 total yards after forcing 6 turnovers in the game. Offensively, they played just as well, compiling 515 yards and scoring 44 points, including 37 in the first half. Ean Rodrigue led the way for the Nichols offense last week, completing 16 passes for 264 yards and 3 scores, and ran the ball 9 times for 29 yards. Tamaj Hoffman led the way on the ground with 53 yards and 2 touchdowns on 7 carries. Greg Donaldson was the top target in the offense with 100 yards and 1 touchdown on 3 receptions. Jordan Smith chipped in 2 catches for 80 yards and 2 scores.

Kansas State Preview

Avery Johnson will be back this season to lead Kansas State. Last year, Johnson compiled 2385 yards and 18 touchdowns on 204 completions, along with 477 yards and 8 touchdowns on 109 carries. Joe Jackson also returns this season for Kansas State after 911 yards and 8 touchdowns on 169 carries last season. Jaron Tibbs is the leading receiver back from a year ago after compiling 595 yards and 3 scores on 47 receptions.

Nicholls State vs Kansas State Pick

Kansas State has an overwhelming advantage in talent and should dominate from the opening kickoff. Nicholls State will struggle to move the ball against the Wildcats’ defense, while Kansas State should consistently produce points. Look for the Wildcats to put the game away before halftime, cruising to a blowout victory and cover at home.

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  • Pick: Kansas State Wildcats -40.5
  • Secondary: Over 54.5

Final Score Prediction: Kansas State Wildcats win and cover, 49-10

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