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Holding each other accountable to the the standard at K-State

Kansas State began preparing for Army in the spring, as coaches studied film, and players performed walk-throughs with purpose to get a feel for the uniqueness of a Black Knights' triple option-oriented offensive attack that led them to their winningest season in history in 2024. The preparation continued into the summer months, and after a Monday review session following K-State's 38-35 win over North Dakota, all eyes focused on a dangerous Army squad that can cause fits at any moment.

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Tough schedule for Hays High in 2025

After the Hays High football team went where no Indian program had gone before in reaching the Class 5A state championship game last fall, the 2025 season will be a stiff test as the Indians look to do it again.Hays High opens the season Friday with a 7 p.m. game at Manhattan, which made the Class 6A state title game last fall.

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Chiefs starters impress as Kansas City closes out preseason

The Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up the preseason on Friday, and while the three-time defending AFC champions ultimately fell to the Chicago Bears on a last-second touchdown, there were still an abundance of positives to build on heading into the regular season. In fact, when the Chiefs’ starters were in the game, Kansas City raced out to a 17-point lead following three impressive drives led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

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