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Avery Johnson and Rodney Fields Jr. Lead Kansas State over Washington State 34-7
Kansas State’s defense has allowed 3 points per game, while Washington State has scored 10 and converted 0% on third down.
The Kansas State Wildcats defeated the Washington State Cougars 34-7 on Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, Kansas. Quarterback Avery Johnson led the offense to victory, scoring three touchdowns.
Entering the contest as 18.5-point favorites, the Wildcats sought to maintain momentum after dominating Nicholls 71-3. The Cougars arrived desperate for a win following a 24-10 loss to Washington.
Johnson threw for 192 yards and three touchdowns, while running back Rodney Price Jr. added a 75-yard rushing score. The Kansas State defense limited the Cougars' offensive output throughout.
Washington State quarterback Caden Pinnick threw for 65 yards as the Cougars' offense generated 166 total net yards. The visitors' only points came from a 47-yard interception return, as they failed to score an offensive touchdown.
Both teams return to action on September 19, with Kansas State set to host Tulane. Washington State will aim to rebound when the Cougars face Duquesne in Pullman.