Author: Mitch Fortner

For the first time in the history of the series, Kansas State defeated (12/11) West Virginia at WVU Coliseum, pulling off a 60-52 upset. K-State has now won two of the last three meetings in the series. That’s according to a release from K-State Athletics. K-State has now defeated an Associated Press ranked opponent in 12 straight seasons. This is the highest ranked opponent K-State has defeated on the road since Jan. 14, 2012, Texas Tech and the highest ranked foe downed on the road under head coach Jeff Mittie. Kansas State (9-5, 1-2 Big 12) had four players in…

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How good can K-State be without DJ Reed and Byron Pringle next season? Hear from Kellis Robinett from the KC Star & Wichita Eagle. Texas Tech won in Lawrence for the first time last night. After that loss, is KU still the favorite to win the Big 12? Plus, You Can’t Be Serious. 0:00 – KU will still win the Big 12 13:07 – Interview with Kellis Robinett 21:22 – Hot Stove: Royals offer Hosmer 31:37 – Chris Beard plays to the media’s heart 36:58 – Poll results/KSU without Pringle & Reed 48:40 – You Can’t Be Serious

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According to a report from Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Kansas City Royals have offered Eric Hosmer a seven-year, $147 million contract. Hosmer, who is asking for an eight or nine year contract, also has a seven-year, $140 million offer on the table from the San Diego Padres. Left fielder Alex Gordon currently owns the largest contract in Royals’ history. He signed a four-year, $72 million deal back in 2015. Hosmer was much better at the plate in 2017. He hit .318 with 25 homers and 94 RBI just a season to go.

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(AP) — A person familiar with his decision says Bill Snyder will return for his 27th season with Kansas State, ending weeks of speculation about the future of the 78-year-old coach. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because Snyder has not made his plans public. He said after a Cactus Bowl victory over UCLA last week that he was still mulling whether to return next season or retire for the second time. Snyder was diagnosed with throat cancer last offseason, but hardly missed a practice and headed into the year with high expectations. But…

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The last show of 2017 with Tyler and Mason, on today’s show the Big 12 is off to a solid start in bowl season, but the Sooners have a chance to really make it or break it for the conference. Tyreek Hill is out for Sunday’s game at Denver and Doug Gottlieb had a hot take today that is so hot, Tyler may turn into Brady Bauman and defend Tom Brady. Closing up hour one with Around College Basketball and hot stove updates. In hour two, K-State opens up conference play tonight at Iowa State, Gus Johnson is broken and…

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For the third time in the last five seasons, Kansas State opened its Big 12 schedule with Baylor and the sixth-ranked Lady Bears downed the Wildcats, 88-58, on Thursday night at Bramlage Coliseum. K-State has lost six straight Big 12 season-openers. That’s according to a release from K-State Athletics. For the second straight game, K-State (8-4, 0-1 Big 12) was paced by junior guard Kayla Goth and sophomore forward Peyton Williams with 22 and 13 points, respectively. Goth or Williams have led K-State in scoring in seven of K-State’s last eight games. Goth added to her final stat line with…

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Will Bill Snyder be K-State’s coach in 2018? Next year’s quarterback battle heats up after bowl game. Hear from K-State WR Dominique Heath. Plus, Cover 5 with Brady and Jabroni of the Year! 0:00 – Does bowl win change the odds of Snyder’s return? 13:38 – Texas’ win big for Big 12/Horns’ antics overshadowing 25:21 – Cover 5 with Brady 31:44 – Jabroni of the Year (Part 1) 39:06 – K-State quarterback battle 49:47 – Dominique Heath/KSU Wide Receivers 1:02:14 – Tanner Lee declares for the draft 1:09:09 – Jabroni of the Year (Part 2)

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K-State beats UCLA in the Cactus Bowl 35-17. Pat Mahomes has been named the Chiefs’ starting QB for this Sunday against the Broncos. Mitch Holthus calls in. Plus, Around College Football and You Can’t Be Serious. 0:00 – K-State wins Cactus Bowl 13:50 – Around College Football 24:44 – Mahomes to start for the Chiefs on Sunday 31:32 – Christmas weekend 36:04 – Was K-State’s season a success or failure? 49:53 – Alex Barnes press interview/ESPN broadcast 1:02:36 – Interview with Mitch Holthus 1:11:16 – You Can’t Be Serious

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This is our last show before the Cactus Bowl on 12/26. Tyler and Mitch have their keys to a K-State victory. Michael Beasley is the new King of New York. Christmas movies, cookies and plans. Plus, You Can’t Be Serious. 0:00 – Keys to the Cactus Bowl 12:08 – Hot Stove/Michael Beasley 20:53 – Florida State’s bowl eligibility fiasco 28:00 – Christmas cookies and movies 34:59 – Cactus Bowl over/unders 46:28 – Other Big 12 bowls/Texas trio suspended 55:44 – Christman plans 1:07:24 – You Can’t Be Serious

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Once again, K-State blows a big lead on the road, but finds a way to win. CBS Sports writer Dennis Dodd thinks Bill Snyder is holding K-State hostage. Plus, Around College Football and Cover 5 with Brady. 0:00 – Pros and cons in K-State’s win at Wazzu 13:50 – Around College Basketball 23:39 – Cover 5 with Brady 31:57 – John brings holiday cheer to the office 36:10 – Dennis Dodd article about Bill Snyder 50:22 – Time to take inventory on KSU hoops ***We had some issues with the audio from the last two segments. Unfortunately, they will not…

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