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Transfers to UCLA Loftin will transfer to UCLA, he announced on his personal X account.

Impact Loftin didn't get that involved at Kansas State over three seasons, totaling 17 catches for 180 yards and two touchdowns. Now, the 6-foot-5, 230-pound tight end will take his talents to Westwood, where he'll look to help new head coach Bob Chesney turn the Bruins around.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Seeking new school Loftin will enter the transfer portal, per Max Olson of The Athletic.

Impact Loftin was a very minor part of the Wildcats' offense in 2025, reeling in six catches for 55 yards. The year prior in Manhattan, he was more productive, catching 11 passes for 125 yards and two scores. With his arrow pointing in the wrong direction with the Wildcats, he'll look for a new program for 2026.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will return vs. Kansas Loftin (knee) is slated to return this week against Kansas, Derek Young of On3.com reports.

Impact Loftin missed the last three games for Kansas State, but he's ready to return to the gridiron against the Jayhawks. The tight end has at least one catch in each of the four games he's played in this season, and has reeled in seven catches for 93 yards and two scores in 2024. He should resume his role as the starting tight end.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Loftin isn't warming up and will remain out in Week 8, Derek Young of On3.com reports.

Impact Loftin will miss his third straight game Saturday night. The tight end has seven receptions for 93 yards and two scores this season, but hasn't played since Week 5. His next chance to suit up will come in Week 9 against Kansas.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not quite ready to return Loftin (knee) is not expected to be ready to return Saturday against Colorado, Drew Galloway of On 3 Sports reports.

Impact The outlook was initially hopeful that Loftin would be able to return to action following the team's Week 6 bye but now reports are that Loftin is still maybe a week or two away from being able to play. Will Swanson has been filling in as the team's starting tight end, though he has just five catches for 33 yards and two touchdowns.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'Hopeful' to be ready after bye Loftin (knee) is 'hopeful' to be available for Kansas State's tilt with Colorado in Week 7 following its bye, Derek Young of On3.com reports.

Impact Loftin missed the Wildcats' win over Oklahoma State in Week 5, and now has an extra week to recover with a bye. The tight end wasn't exactly stuffing the stat sheet but was a consistent contributor, reeling in seven catches for 93 yards across four games. The true sophomore is now hoping to make his return against the Buffaloes.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out several weeks Loftin (knee) will miss several weeks with a knee injury, Kevin Fielder of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Loftin hurt his knee in a loss to BYU on Saturday, and now it's confirmed that the tight end will miss several weeks. However, the injury isn't considered season-ending, and Loftin should return to the field at some point in 2024. Now, Will Swanson and Garrett Oakley will have to step up at tight end for the Wildcats.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Loftin suffered a knee injury during Kansas State's 38-9 loss versus BYU on Saturday, Kellis Robinett of The Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Loftin injured his knee during the first quarter of Saturday's game after having caught one pass for seven yards. He is set to undergo further testing this week that will provide more clarity for how long Loftin will be out for.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Saturday Loftin exited the game with an injury and is questionable to return to Saturday's game against BYU, Kellis Robinett of The Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Loftin was observed heading to the medical tent for a long time during the first quarter and was later observed on the sidelines without a helmet. The sophomore tight end had one reception for seven yards before exiting the game.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs TD against Arizona Loftin gathered in 3 of 4 targets for 45 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 31-7 victory over Arizona.

Impact Loftin received a career-high four targets as both of QB Avery Johnson's passing touchdowns went to the tight-end position. Loftin and Will Swanson reached paydirt against Arizona and both have multiple touchdowns this year. Kansas State's offense revolves around their strong run-game, but when they do pass, they look towards the tight end position. Kansas State will play at BYU next week.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first TD with Wildcats Loftin gathered in all two targets for 29 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 41-6 victory against Tennessee-Martin.

Impact Loftin, a reserve tight end, added his first collegiate touchdown against the Skyhawks. Kansas State will play at Tulane next week.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE