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Kansas State Wildcats Dominate Cincinnati Bearcats at Bill Snyder Family Stadium

In a commanding display of football, the Kansas State Wildcats improved their season record to 8-3 after a decisive victory over the Cincinnati Bearcats, who now stand at 5-6. The final score read 41-15 in favor of the home team, showcasing the Wildcats' dominance on both ends of the field.


Sep 24, 2022; Norman, Oklahoma, USA;  Kansas State Wildcats quarterback Adrian Martinez (9) celebrates with offensive lineman Cooper Beebe (50) after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Key Performances and Game Highlights


The Wildcats' offense was on full display with a total offensive yardage of 428, significantly outpacing the Bearcats. Avery Johnson led the charge as quarterback with an impressive performance that included throwing for 147 yards and two touchdowns, completing 13 out of his 23 attempts. His connection with Tre Spivey was particularly effective; Spivey caught five passes for a total of 63 yards and one touchdown.


On the ground, DJ Giddens stood out with his explosive running game, racking up 143 yards on just 15 carries and finding the end zone twice. His longest run extended for an impressive 32 yards, contributing significantly to Kansas State's average gain per play.


Defensively, Kansas State was equally formidable. The team tallied four sacks and six tackles for loss against Cincinnati's offense. Ryan Davis made notable contributions with his aggressive defense leading to one-and-a-half sacks and two quarterback hits. Tobi Osunsanmi also added to the defensive effort by recording one sack among his four tackles.


Special teams played their part as well; Chris Tennant was perfect on field goals, converting both attempts from distances that tested his range but proved within his capability.


Looking Ahead


The Kansas State Wildcats are set to face off against Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on November 30th at 1:00 PM EDT. Fans eager to see if Kansas State can continue their winning momentum can catch all the action live as it unfolds in what promises to be another exciting matchup.


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