Kansas State Wildcats Playoffs 2026
Kansas State Wildcats 2026 playoff page. The Kansas State are 4-5, 14th in the Big 12 with a +41 point differential and a 3-game losing streak.
Last time out they lost to the Oklahoma State Cowboys 28-66 at home. Next up: away at the TCU Horned Frogs (4-5) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.556 record, including 0 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Kansas State Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 28-66 vs 
Oklahoma State Cowboys
· Week 1
Next game
at 
TCU Horned Frogs (4-5)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.556 · 0 vs current playoff teams
Big 12 Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Utah Utes | 9-0 | 5-0 | +192 | W5 |
| 2 |  Texas Tech Red Raiders | 8-1 | 3-1 | +121 | W2 |
| 3 |  Arizona Wildcats | 7-2 | 2-1 | +129 | W1 |
| 4 |  Houston Cougars | 7-2 | 2-1 | +127 | W1 |
| 5 |  Brigham Young Cougars | 7-2 | 1-2 | +101 | L1 |
| 6 | Oklahoma State Cowboys | 6-3 | 2-2 | +150 | W1 |
| 7 |  Baylor Bears | 6-3 | 2-2 | +134 | W2 |
| 8 |  UCF Knights | 5-4 | 2-1 | +37 | W1 |
| 9 |  West Virginia Mountaineers | 5-4 | 2-1 | +24 | L1 |
| 10 |  Arizona State Sun Devils | 5-4 | 2-2 | +10 | W1 |
| 11 |  Cincinnati Bearcats | 5-4 | 1-3 | +32 | L2 |
| 12 | TCU Horned Frogs | 4-5 | 2-2 | +72 | L1 |
| 13 |  Iowa State Cyclones | 4-5 | 1-2 | +3 | L1 |
| 14 | Kansas State Wildcats | 4-5 | 1-3 | +41 | L3 |
| 15 |  Colorado Buffaloes | 3-6 | 1-3 | -77 | L1 |
| 16 |  Kansas Jayhawks | 3-6 | 1-4 | +42 | L2 |
Season Trend
Kansas State Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs Kansas | 3-6 | W 35-24 | |
| 1 | at Arizona State | 5-4 | L 17-28 | |
| 1 | at Colorado | 3-6 | L 24-27 | |
| 1 | vs Oklahoma State | 6-3 | L 28-66 | |
| 1 | at TCU | 4-5 | ||
| 1 | vs Arizona | 7-2 | ||
| 1 | at Iowa State | 4-5 |
This Kansas State Wildcats playoffs page refreshes after every Kansas State game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the Big 12 playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Kansas State Wildcats playoffs FAQ
Are the Kansas State Wildcats in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the Kansas State be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the Big 12 today.
Who leads the Big 12?
Utah Utes (9-0); the Kansas State are 14th.
When is the next Kansas State game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST, away at the TCU Horned Frogs.
How hard is the Kansas State remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.556 record; 0 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Kansas State clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Big 12, or finish with one of the five best records among Big 12 non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Kansas State record at home and on the road?
1-1 at home, 0-2 away; 1-3 in the division and 1-3 in the half.