The Arizona Wildcats will take the field at Kansas State University on Saturday at 5 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. The game will be broadcast nationally on FS1, giving the Wildcats another chance at primetime after missing a slot against Utah.

Betting line and recent form

FanDuel Sportsbook has opened Arizona as a 10.5‑point favorite with an over/under of 50.5 points. Arizona is 4‑6 against the spread this season, while Kansas State sits at 4‑5‑1.

What the Wildcats are playing for

Arizona (7‑3) comes off a narrow 30‑29 loss to Utah, a game the Wildcats needed to win to keep their Big 12 Championship hopes alive. With the conference title now out of reach, the team is focused on securing a solid bowl invitation.

Kansas State’s situation

Kansas State (4‑6) is looking to rebound from a 20‑10 road loss to TCU. The Wildcats need a win to stay bowl‑eligible, as they must win both of their final games to reach the six‑win threshold.

Historical matchup

Arizona leads the all‑time series against Kansas State 6‑2‑1. The Wildcats lost a non‑conference game in Manhattan in 2024, then defeated Kansas State in Tucson last season.

Quarterback comparison

Kansas State’s fourth‑year quarterback Avery Johnson has shown mixed results. Two years ago he threw for two touchdowns and rushed for over 100 yards in a victory over Arizona. Last season in Tucson he completed just 13 of 29 passes. This year Johnson is completing a career‑high 63.1 % of his throws, with 10 touchdowns and three interceptions. He also averages 9.1 yards per carry for 462 yards, though he has not played since mid‑October due to injury.

Key matchups

Arizona’s rush defense will be tested. Kansas State ranks 39th nationally, averaging 183 rushing yards per game. Junior running back Rodney Fields Jr. leads the Wildcats with 607 rushing yards and six touchdowns.

Conversely, Kansas State’s passing attack struggles, ranking 128th in the nation with 221 yards per game. The Wildcats have limited opponents to 28 points or fewer in each of their last four contests.

What to watch

Fans should keep an eye on how Arizona’s defense handles Fields’ ground game and whether Johnson can spark the Wildcats’ offense despite his recent injury. The outcome will likely determine which team secures a bowl invitation and which finishes the season on a losing note.

Game details

• Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
• Kickoff: 5 p.m. MST
• Broadcast: FS1
• Location: Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium, Manhattan, Kansas

Arizona supporters are encouraged to tune in and cheer on the Wildcats as they aim to finish the season strong and earn a postseason bowl bid.

Original reporting: Arizona Desert Swarm (Tucson Sports) — read the source article.