The Portal Hits MHK & Klein’s Staff Takes Shape: Who’s In, Who’s Out & What’s Next (S4//E41)
Bob Trollsby 
PORTAL SZN is officially underway in Manhattan—and things are moving fast.
On this episode of Cocaine Willie, we break down Collin Klein’s staff as it comes together, from confirmed hires to rumored additions, and what each role means for the direction of the program. We dive headfirst into the transfer portal madness, covering key returners, new commits, and the 29(!) departures reshaping the Kansas State roster.
We’ll rank positions of need, debate where the biggest holes still exist, and unpack what it says about the 2026 season, the roster build, and Klein’s long-term vision when K-State players land at high-level programs across the country.
Staff intel. Portal reality. No sugarcoating.
Plus: sponsor shoutouts to Auntie Mae’s Parlor (auntiemaes.com) and Heartland Beef Connection (heartlandbeef.net)—because elite football talk requires elite fuel.
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