Collin Klein to Return to Kansas State - But Not Before One Final Run with the Aggies
Texas A&M fans woke up to some big news Wednesday morning: offensive coordinator Collin Klein is heading back to his alma mater, Kansas State. For Klein, it’s a homecoming years in the making.
He was a star in Manhattan, a Heisman finalist who once went toe-to-toe with the likes of Johnny Manziel and Manti Te’o. So when the opportunity came to return and help shape the next generation of Wildcats, it’s no surprise he took it.
But here’s the twist - Klein isn’t leaving just yet.
According to Billy Liucci of TexAgs, Klein will stay on to coach Texas A&M through the College Football Playoff. That’s a massive development for an Aggies team still licking its wounds from a tough loss to Texas but with everything still to play for.
Having the architect of one of the most explosive offenses in the country stick around for the postseason? That’s the kind of stability and leadership you want heading into the biggest games of the year.
And make no mistake - Klein has been instrumental in getting Texas A&M to this point.
The Aggies finished the regular season at 11-1, a mark the program hasn’t touched in decades. Under Klein’s guidance, the offense has surged into elite territory.
ESPN’s updated SP+ rankings have the Aggies as the eighth-best offense in the nation, with some outlets slotting them as high as fourth. Either way, it’s a testament to the transformation Klein has helped engineer in College Station.
Quarterback Marcel Reed has taken a major leap forward under Klein’s tutelage, showing poise, precision, and playmaking ability that’s turned heads across the country. The run game has evolved into a deep, versatile four-man committee - assuming Le’Veon Moss is good to go - giving the Aggies a balanced attack that can beat you in multiple ways.
And now, with the College Football Playoff looming, Klein will get one more shot to lead this offense - one more chance to finish what he started.
There’s a sense of unfinished business in Aggieland, and while Klein’s future lies in Manhattan, his present is still very much in College Station. His decision to stay through the playoff run speaks volumes about his commitment to the players, the staff, and the program. It’s not just a professional courtesy - it’s a leader seeing a journey through to the end.
For Texas A&M fans, this is a moment to appreciate what Klein brought to the table. He didn’t just call plays - he elevated the entire offensive identity of the team. And now, with the brightest lights ahead, he’ll have the chance to cement his legacy in Aggie lore before heading home.
Kansas State is getting a good one. But first, there’s a championship to chase.