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Big 12 Head Coach Retiring After 7-Year Stint: Report

Big 12 Head Coach Retiring After 7-Year Stint: Report

Summary

Kansas State Wildcats head coach Chris Klieman is set to retire after seven seasons. He will be replaced by Texas A&M offensive coordinator Collin Klein. Klieman led the team to five bowl games with a 54-34 record.

Key Facts

  • Chris Klieman has been the head coach of Kansas State since 2019.
  • He will soon announce his retirement after coaching for seven years.
  • Klieman's overall record with the team is 54 wins and 34 losses.
  • Under his leadership, the team appeared in five bowl games and won three.
  • Collin Klein, Texas A&M's offensive coordinator, will be the new head coach.
  • Klein is a notable former Kansas State player, achieving a Big 12 Championship in 2012 as the team's quarterback.
  • Kansas State ended their 2025 season with a 6-6 record and will find out their bowl game on December 7.

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