A classic cross-state rivalry will reside in Lawrence this year as Kansas hosts Kansas State for a heated Week 9 matchup.
The annual "Sunflower Showdown" draws eyes from across the state each year, and the 122nd edition of matchup could truly be anyone's to win. Both the Jayhawks and Wildcats have been riding the middle of the pack in conference play, sitting at 2-2.
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KU is recovering from a tough away loss at Texas Tech last weekend, 42-17. Kansas trailed 21-0 in the first half and was able to bring it back within a field goal, but couldn't maintain their momentum.
Meanwhile, K-State secured a homecoming victory over TCU on Saturday, 41-28. Quarterback Avery Johnson threw for three touchdowns on the night, connecting with tight end Garrett Oakley on two.
In their last meeting, Kansas State held on to defeat the Jayhawks 29-27. Who will secure the win this time?
Here's how to secure your tickets to the rival Kansas vs. Kansas State football game.
Kansas vs. Kansas State 2025 football tickets
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Tickets for Kansas-Kansas State football game are available now on StubHub.
The get-in cost is currently $150 for upper level and terrace seats. Lower level seats cost anywhere between $230 and $800.
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Kansas-Kansas State 2025 football date, time
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 25
- Time: Noon ET | 11 a.m. CT
Kansas hosts Kansas State on Saturday, Oct. 25. Kickoff is set for Noon ET from Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas.
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Kansas football schedule 2025
Here's a look at the Jayhawks' 2025 football schedule. Click here for tickets to every upcoming game.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Aug. 23 | Kansas 31, Fresno State 7 | — |
| Aug. 29 | Kansas 46, Wagner 7 | — |
| Sep. 6 | Missouri 42, Kansas 31 | — |
| Sep. 20 | Kansas 41, West Virginia 10 | — |
| Sep. 27 | Cincinnati 37, Kansas 34 | — |
| Oct. 4 | Kansas 27, UCF 20 | — |
| Oct. 11 | Texas Tech 42, Kansas 17 | — |
| Oct. 25 | vs. Kansas State | Noon |
| Nov. 1 | vs. Oklahoma State | TBD |
| Nov. 8 | at Arizona | TBD |
| Nov. 22 | at Iowa State | TBD |
| Nov. 28 | vs. Utah | TBD |
Kansas State football schedule 2025
Here's a look at the Wildcats' 2025 football schedule. Click here for tickets to every upcoming game.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Aug. 23 | Iowa State 24, Kansas State 21 | — |
| Aug. 30 | Kansas State 38, North Dakota 35 | — |
| Sep. 6 | Army 24, Kansas State 21 | — |
| Sep. 12 | Arizona 23, Kansas State 17 | — |
| Sep. 27 | Kansas State 34, UCF 20 | — |
| Oct. 4 | Baylor 35, Kansas State 34 | — |
| Oct. 11 | Kansas State 41, TCU 28 | — |
| Oct. 25 | at Kansas | Noon |
| Nov. 1 | vs. Texas Tech | TBD |
| Nov. 15 | at Oklahoma State | TBD |
| Nov. 22 | at Utah | TBD |
| Nov. 29 | vs. Colorado | TBD |