Kansas State survives a rash of mistakes, beats Kansas 35-24 for 18th straight win over the Jayhawks

Joe Jackson led Kansas State with 159 yards and a touchdown on the ground, while Avery Johnson contributed 203 passing yards and another score in their 35-24 victory over Kansas, securing the Wildcats' 18th consecutive win over the Jayhawks. Johnson also added 132 yards rushing, with Rodney Fields Jr. contributing 66 yards and a touchdown on the ground.

Despite several missteps, including an early fumble, two failed fourth-down attempts inside Kansas territory, and settling for field goals on promising drives, Kansas State maintained control of the game. Kansas struggled to score, with Isaiah Marshall throwing for 151 yards and 116 rushing, but also committing a crucial interception late in the fourth quarter.

Kansas had a chance to tie the game after Marshall's pick, but a facemask penalty wiped out the touchdown and led to a punt. Kansas State capitalized on the turnover, with Johnson scoring on a 39-yard run to set up Luis Rodriguez's game-winning field goal. The Wildcats dominated the game in terms of overall performance, despite trailing early in the first half.

Kansas State's defense and special teams played crucial roles in the game, including a safety scored when Kansas fumbled the snap on a punt. The Jayhawks, who have not beaten Kansas State since 2008, have a losing record of 2-4 overall and 0-3 in Big 12 play. The Wildcats will next face Arizona State, while Kansas returns home to play Baylor next Saturday.