Washington State vs Kansas State Picks and Predictions for Saturday, September 12th, 2026

By: Cameron Ross Published 09/11/2026, 12:31 AM ET

Washington State vs Kansas State Game Information

The Washington State Cougars will be on the road again Saturday for a 12:00 PM matchup in Manhattan, KS, at Bill Snyder Family Stadium against the Kansas State Wildcats. Washington State comes into Game 2 of the year winless thus far this season after a 14-point road loss to Washington a week ago. The Kansas State Wildcats stay home Saturday undefeated this season after a 68-point blowout victory in Game 1 of their season. For other College Football News, see our College Football Picks.

Washington State Preview

Washington State's defense was outmatched in Week 1, giving up 24 points, including 14 in the fourth quarter, as Washington compiled 402 yards. Offensively, the Cougars compiled 242 yards and scored only 10 points after turning the ball over 3 times in the game. Caden Pinnick led the way for the Washington State offense last week, completing 16 passes for 142 yards and running 14 times for 61 yards and 1 score. Daniel Blood was the top receiver on the roster with 57 yards on 5 catches. Darrius Clemons added a second-best 3 catches for 40 yards in the game.

Kansas State Preview

The Kansas State offense was dominant in Week 1 of the season, pouring in 71 points after busting 30 in each half on 559 total yards. Defensively, Kansas State was stout, giving up only 3 points on 122 yards in the game. Avery Johnson led the way for the Kansas State offense, completing 15 passes for 199 yards and 3 scores, and ran the ball 4 times for 23 yards and 1 touchdown as well. Blake Bennett completed 4 passes for 41 yards. Rodney Fields Jr. was the top ball carrier on the roster with 101 yards and 1 touchdown on 14 carries, while Monterrio Elston Jr. added a second-best 76 yards and 1 touchdown on 6 carries. Joe Jackson was the top target in the Kansas State offense with 48 yards and 1 touchdown on 2 catches. Jaron Tibbs added 39 yards and 1 score on 4 grabs, and Josh Manning chipped in 3 catches for 33 yards and 1 touchdown.

Washington State vs Kansas State Pick

Kansas State’s physical style should give Washington State problems throughout this matchup. The Wildcats will establish their rushing attack, control the clock, and keep Washington State from finding a consistent offensive rhythm. Look for Kansas State to gradually wear down the Cougars before creating separation in the second half as they do the work to secure a win and cover.

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  • Pick: Kansas State Wildcats -19.5
  • Secondary: Over 48.5

Final Score Prediction: Kansas State Wildcats win and cover 42-17.

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