Rapid Recap: Kansas State comfortable with both backs
KSO shares what they learned from Kansas State offensive coordinator Collin Klein.
Update on Kansas State WR Keagan Johnson
One of the more pertinent questions on Thursday afternoon when the Kansas State media spoke with the coordinators was to address the status of wide receiver Keagan Johnson after he was not in uniform and missed the first game.
It was head coach Chris Klieman that stated he was day-to-day and limited in practice on Monday. K-State offensive coordinator Collin Klein repeated a lot of that and noted that the No. 1 wide receiver was still day-to-day at this point.
However, Johnson is progressing and has made strides. They consider him a game-time decision for the contest versus Troy.
Troy secondary
Although they have a few pass-rushers that can be more than effective, Kansas State has their attention on the Troy secondary perhaps the most. It is no shock. From an experience standpoint, that is where the Trojans hold the bulk of it.
Klein addressed that group today and how it would be a good litmus test for his group of K-State receivers and if they can continue to create consistent separation at the top of their routes. It will be something to watch on Saturday.
K-State running back distribution
DJ Giddens emerged from game one as the No. 1 running back in the Kansas State rotation. Not only did he receive the most touches and snaps between he and Treshaun Ward, he was also the starter when the Wildcats took the field.
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Obviously, both are going to play pivotal roles this season. Giddens ran for 128 yards and was excellent in pass protection. Ward threw a touchdown in his K-State debut and scored a touchdown of his own as well.
When asked if the distribution in the opener was a sign of things to come or if it was something that could change and be determined on a game-to-game basis, the Kansas State offensive coordinator shared that there was room for some adjustments if needed.
In fact, they are not afraid to allow the flow of the game to guide them in their decisions on that front. Even the hot hand could be picked.
Back-up QB discussion
After sharing that he felt that Will Howard probably tried to do too much at times in game one, Klein also fielded a few questions about Kansas State true freshman Avery Johnson. Of course, while chuckling, he pointed out that they haven’t had any long-term discussions about his redshirt.
Instead, Klein pivoted away from that talking point and instead assessed Johnson’s play. He loved what he did with his legs and on the ground and was pleased with how he threw with confidence. The command is what they have seen since day one, and they were not surprised that he was so dynamic.
They know that they have a special player and they’ll continue to coach him and he’ll continue to be extremely coachable and grow.
