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Wildcats Crush Jayhawks 42-17 in Lopsided Sunflower State Clash
25 Oct
Summary
- Avery Johnson throws for 231 yards, 4 TDs
- Kansas State returns fumble 20 yards for score
- Kansas has not beaten rival since 2008
In a lopsided Sunflower State clash on October 22, 2022, the Kansas State Wildcats dominated their in-state rival, the Kansas Jayhawks, with a decisive 42-17 victory. Quarterback Avery Johnson was the driving force for the Wildcats, throwing for 231 yards and accounting for 4 total touchdowns.
The game started with a wild first quarter, as Kansas State fumbled the opening kickoff, leading to a quick Jayhawks touchdown. However, the Wildcats quickly responded with a long scoring drive, then scooped up a poor Kansas punt snap and returned it for another score, giving them a 21-7 lead.
The second quarter was more subdued, with Kansas mounting an 18-play, 85-yard touchdown drive to make it 21-14 at halftime. But the Jayhawks' momentum was short-lived, as Kansas State capitalized on an interception to extend their lead in the third quarter. The decisive blow came when Johnson found Jayce Brown for a 78-yard touchdown pass, putting the game out of reach.
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With the victory, Kansas State has now won 17 consecutive games against their in-state rival, a streak dating back to 2008. The Wildcats' defense also held the high-powered Jayhawks offense, which had been averaging over 400 yards per game, to just 247 total yards.
