Containing Avery Johnson is top priority for Bearcats vs. Kansas State
Here's what you need to know before the Cincinnati Bearcats host the Kansas State Wildcats to open Big 12 play.
Cincinnati Bearcats will face Kansas State in their Big 12 opener on September 26 at Nippert Stadium. This will be the Bearcats' first game at the venue, which has hosted four other September games this season. The Bearcats have won 4 out of 7 games against Kansas State in their all-time series, with the last meeting ending in an upset win by Kansas State 31 years ago.
Kansas State's dual-threat quarterback Avery Johnson recently passed for two touchdowns and ran for another in their last game against Tulane. UC's JC French IV has also been impressive, throwing for 309 yards and two touchdowns in their previous game. Both teams have talent on their defensive lines, with French stating that Kansas State's defense is highly skilled.
The Bearcats have won 40 of 56 night home games since 2006, and the weather is expected to be cooler for this game, with fans anticipating a scoring contest.
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