Jacob Knuth Set for First Career Start as Avery Johnson Sits Out Against Arizona State
K-State quarterback Avery Johnson will be out for Saturday's game against Arizona State in Tempe, Arizona, with backup Jacob Knuth set to make his first career start.
Topeka, KS, October 24, 2026 —
K-State quarterback Avery Johnson will be out for Saturday’s game against Arizona State in Tempe, Arizona, and backup Jacob Knuth is set to make his first career start, according to the information provided.
The change puts Knuth in line to lead K-State against Arizona State. The summary identifies him as the team’s backup and says this will be his first start, but it does not provide further details about his experience or role in previous games.
No reason was provided for Johnson’s absence. The information also does not specify the date of Saturday’s game, the expected duration of Johnson’s absence, or whether he could return for a later matchup. Those details remain unconfirmed in the available account.
The game is scheduled to be played in Tempe, Arizona. No additional information was provided about the teams’ records, the circumstances surrounding the quarterback change, or comments from either team. The announced change means Knuth is set to make his starting debut in the matchup, while Johnson will not play Saturday.
Story summarized from the original created by Andrew Lind on www.wibw.com, see more information here.
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