Kansas State lands 3-star Oklahoma linebacker

Colton McComb chooses Wildcats over offers from Baylor, Oklahoma and others

Apr. 5, 2026 at 12:29am

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Colton McComb, a three-star linebacker from Oklahoma, has committed to play football at Kansas State University. McComb announced his decision on social media, choosing the Wildcats over offers from Baylor, Kansas, Memphis, Oklahoma State, and the University of Oklahoma.

Why it matters

Landing a talented linebacker like McComb is a big recruiting win for Kansas State, as they look to bolster their defensive unit. The Wildcats beat out several other Big 12 and regional programs to secure McComb's commitment.

The details

McComb is a three-star prospect according to recruiting services. The Oklahoma native held offers from several prominent programs in the region, including Baylor, Oklahoma, and Oklahoma State. He ultimately decided that Kansas State was the best fit for his college football career.

  • McComb announced his commitment on April 4, 2026.

The players

Colton McComb

A three-star linebacker recruit from Oklahoma who has committed to play football at Kansas State University.

Kansas State University

The public research university located in Manhattan, Kansas that Colton McComb has chosen to play football for.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to be a part of the Kansas State football program and can't wait to get to work.”

— Colton McComb

What’s next

McComb will join the Kansas State football team this fall as they prepare for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Kansas State has landed a talented linebacker prospect in Colton McComb, beating out several other regional programs for his commitment. This is an important recruiting win for the Wildcats as they look to build a strong defensive unit for the future.