Kansas State's Collin Klein Provides Latest Update On Lineman George Fitzpatrick
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The Kansas State Wildcats football team is still awaiting to hear on the status of offensive lineman George Fitzpatrick.
Coach Collin Klein gave an update earlier this week at the team's media day.
"He still has some benchmarks to hit that he and his family and some of the specialists that they have visited with, along with our team doctors. So, we're kind of working through that process, but we're not quite there yet."
Last year Fitzpatrick dealt with a preseason medical emergency that caused him to miss the season. He was supposed to be the starting left tackle after transferring from the Ohio State Buckeyes.
It left a huge void but also opened the door for John Patore, who is now a preseason All-Big 12 pick. Still, the Wildcats could use a healthy Fitzpatrick this season.
He played on the Buckeyes team, led by former K-State quarterback Will Howard, that won the national championship. The Wildcats could use that extra protection for star quarterback Avery Johnson, who is entering his third season as the full-time starter.
A strong season from him is needed if the Wildcats plan to exceed expectations after being picked to finish No. 8 in the Big 12 by the media. K-State is coming off a disappointing 6-6 season, which ended with coach Chris Klieman stepping down.
MEET AND GREET SET
This is perhaps the most anticipated football season for the Kansas State Wildcats in recent years.
It marks the first year of the coach Collin Klein era. He replaced the successful Chris Klieman, who resigned unexpectedly following last year's 6-6 finish. A former Wildcats star, Klein has hopes of making them once again a contender in the Big 12 conference.
And fans can have their chance to meet Klein and the players Aug. 22 at the annual "Meet the Cats" event at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Gates open at 11 a.m.
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