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K-State Staff Offer Intriguing 2027 Prospects
Wildcats recruiting roundup highlights top targets, including QB Jake Nawrot and DB Joshua Vilmael
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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The Kansas State coaching staff has extended offers to several top prospects in the 2027 recruiting class, including Arlington Heights (IL) quarterback Jake Nawrot and Richmond (TX) defensive back Joshua Vilmael. Both players have developed strong relationships with the Wildcats' staff and are considering K-State as a top option.
Why it matters
Recruiting top talent is crucial for the Wildcats as they look to build on recent success and compete for Big 12 titles. Nawrot and Vilmael are two of the most sought-after players in the 2027 class, and landing them would be a major coup for Kansas State.
The details
Nawrot, a three-star QB, has seen his recruitment take off after a standout junior season. He holds offers from over a dozen schools, including Toledo, Purdue, and Oklahoma State. The Wildcats offered Nawrot in January after he visited campus and connected with the coaching staff. Vilmael, the younger brother of current K-State player Josiah Vilmael, received his offer from the Wildcats on February 10. The Fort Bend Travis HS defensive back also holds offers from Oklahoma State, Oregon State, and several other Power 5 programs.
- Nawrot received his K-State offer on January 12, 2026.
- Vilmael received his K-State offer on February 10, 2026.
The players
Jake Nawrot
A three-star quarterback from Arlington Heights, Illinois who has received over a dozen scholarship offers, including from Kansas State.
Joshua Vilmael
A defensive back from Richmond, Texas and the younger brother of current Kansas State player Josiah Vilmael.
What they’re saying
“It was special receiving an offer from all four of them together.”
— Jake Nawrot, Quarterback (Twitter)
“K-State has been a very good program historically, and it has great people in charge of it for the foreseeable future.”
— Jake Nawrot, Quarterback (SI.com)
“I had a great talk with Coach Woodson, and he explained to me how he didn't want to extend an emotional offer based on my last name and on who I am. I appreciate that, and he gave me a committable offer to K-State.”
— Joshua Vilmael, Defensive Back (SI.com)
What’s next
The Wildcats will look to continue building relationships with Nawrot and Vilmael as they aim to secure commitments from the top 2027 prospects.
The takeaway
Kansas State's coaching staff is aggressively pursuing elite talent in the 2027 recruiting class, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining the program's recent success and competing for championships in the years to come.
