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3. Kansas State (7-6, 4-4): The Wildcats showed promise with a freshman-infested starting lineup last year. Those guys figure to be better in their second seasons. Also, Ian Campbell gives the Wildcats the conference's best pass rusher.
Breakout Players
Leon Patton, RB, Kansas State: Patton had a solid year in Manhattan as a true freshman in which he averaged 5.6 yards per carry. He rushed for a team-leading 609 yards and scored six touchdowns despite starting just three games for the Wildcats. He scored touchdowns in each of the last five games of the regular season and should build on that next season.
Five impact newcomers
Gary Chandler, S, Kansas State: Rated the nation's No. 5 junior college prospect in the 2007 signing class, the NJCAA All-American with 4.43 speed is expected to step in for former starter Kyle Williams.
Position battles to watch
Kansas State: The top two tacklers from a year ago - linebackers Brandon Archer and Zach Diles - have completed their eligibility. The third spot was never set, so the starting jobs there are wide open. In addition, Kansas State is toying with the idea of switching to a 3-4 defense. Holdovers Reggie Walker, Marcus Perry, John Houlik and Antwon Moore will get first shot at starting roles. Four-star junior college transfer Chris Patterson, a five-star coming out of high school, won't be in Manhattan this spring. However, he may barge into the starting lineup after he arrives in May.
Teams with new schemes
Kansas State: Though the 4-3 figures to remain their base defense, the Wildcats are expected to use more 3-4 under new Defensive Coordinator Tim Tibesar.