Kansas State's football program has shown strong leadership and potential for the future, with freshman quarterback Avery Johnson playing a central role. Head coach Chris Klieman praised interim offensive coordinator Conor Riley for doing a nice job and earning the respect of the players, as evidenced by the entire offensive line choosing to play for him in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Klieman also noted Johnson's tremendous leadership during bowl preparation, despite the absence of a permanent quarterback coach. USC coach Lincoln Riley expressed respect for staff who remained with the team through the bowl despite knowing they wouldn't return. Analysts and fans are excited about the Avery Johnson/Jayce Brown connection, predicting many touchdowns from the pair in the coming years. Johnson's performance in his first collegiate start was impressive, leading Kansas State to a victory in the Pop-Tarts Bowl with 178 passing yards, 71 rushing yards, and 3 touchdowns.
Avery Johnson dominated in Kansas State's win in the Pop-Tarts Bowl 🔥 ◽️ 178 pass yards ◽️ 71 rush yards ◽️ 3 TDs This was his first collegiate start. 📸: @KStateFB https://t.co/QAnd4fxbhv
Avery Johnson dominated in Kansas State's win in the Pop-Tarts Bowl 🔥 ◽️ 178 pass yards ◽️ 63 rush yards ◽️ 3 TDs This was his first collegiate start. 📸: @KStateFB https://t.co/h2YEskguSr
Love the Avery Johnson/Jayce Brown connection. Both freshmen. K-State football fans are going to see a lot of touchdowns from them over the next few years.
Avery Johnson is legit. Kansas State is going to be fun for the next few years.
Lincoln Riley also expressed his respect last night for staff who stayed at USC through the bowl knowing they wouldn’t return. https://t.co/ccIbTlF4lL https://t.co/eA8BIrEEIA
Chris Klieman says Kansas State freshman quarterback Avery Johnson has shown tremendous leadership during bowl prep. No permanent QB coach to help him in practice, but that hasn't bothered him in the slightest.
Kansas State coach Chris Klieman says Conor Riley has done a nice job as interim offensive coordinator. Clearly has respect from players based on the entire offensive lineman choosing to play for him in the Pop-Tarts Bowl.