Kansas State’s alternate uniforms in the Rate Bowl draw mixed reactions from fans

On December 27, 2024By Littum

The Kansas State Wildcats decided to change things up a bit by wearing alternate uniforms for Thursday’s Rate Bowl against Rutgers in Phoenix.

The biggest difference was trading silver for a white helmet. While most fans liked the look, there were some who were not impressed. They felt the Wildcats Unis were fine as they were.

Kansas State is going to contend for a Big 12 title next year. They should also keep these devices.

— Jay Elliot Coburn (@JayCoburn816) 26 December 2024

I can’t lie, silver to white is pretty much negligible in my eyes, especially from a distance. Glad we let the seniors have what they want, but it’s not substantial or flashy enough for me to notice at a glance

— ArlynTheAwesome (@ArlynDaAwesome) 26 December 2024

Many were more concerned about the Wildcats’ bad luck in carrying new digs. They came to having lost the previous four games in a different uniform. Trailing 27-17 at halftime, K-State didn’t help make more fans dislike the new look.

Kansas State has one of the best uniforms in sports with silver pants and a helmet. Why would you ever walk away from it?

— Adam Drovetta (@ADrovetta) 26 December 2024

The normal home @KStateFB uniforms are so clean. Why would you change the silver to white for the bowl game?!?!

— Shawn Crull (@illini3sc) 26 December 2024

Here are some highlights from the first half:

RUTGERS 27 – WILDCATS 17

Rutgers added to their lead with a field goal after picking off Wildcats quarterback Johnson.

RUTGERS 24 – WILDCATS 17

Raymond rushes for another touchdown with a 24-yard run to regain the lead.

RUTGERS 17 – WILDCATS 17

Jayce Brown’s 34-yard rush set up a Dylan Edwards touchdown reception. The offense gets creative by using receivers in the run game and backs coming out of the backfield.

RUTGERS 17 – WILDCATS 10

Running back Raymond’s 65-yard run sets up the score by Ja’shon Benjamin.

RUTGERS 10 – WILDCATS 10

The Scarlet Knight failed to capitalize on Ian Strong’s 60-yard reception and instead had to settle for a field goal to start the second quarter.

RUTGERS 7 – WILDCATS 10

Avery Johnson ends a Wildcats touchdown drive with a red zone rush. He connected with top receiver Jayce Brown.

RUTGERS 7 – WILDCATS 3

Rutgers running back Antwan Raymond put the Scarlet Knights up 7-3 midway through the first quarter. A pair of big runs by quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis highlighted the touchdown drive.

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