Garrett Oakley News, Rumors, Updates - Kansas State Wildcats

Makes an immediate impact in return Oakley gathered in all three targets for 25 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 27-24 overtime defeat against Colorado.

Impact Oakley returned from an illness and wasted no time reminding everyone of how important he is to the offense. He caught the game-tying touchdown pass with just two seconds remaining in regulation, forcing overtime and giving Kansas State a chance to complete its comeback. The score was his second touchdown of the season and highlighted the value he brings as a reliable target near the goal line.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado beats Kansas State 27-24 in OT on Wilson's TD pass to Charlie Williams

Isaac Wilson threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Charlie Williams, leading Colorado past Kansas State 27-24 in overtime Saturday

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Will play versus Colorado Oakley (illness) will play in Saturday's contest versus Colorado, per the Big 12 availability report.

Impact After missing the last two games with an illness, Oakley will return to action on Saturday against the Buffaloes. The tight end has 16 receptions for 196 yards and one touchdown in five games this season.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Monday Oakley (illness) practiced Monday for Kansas State, per Wyatt Wheeler of the Topeka Capital-Journal.

Impact Oakley has missed the last two games with an illness, but the fact that the tight end is back on the practice field, especially this early in the week, is a great sign for his Week 9 availability at Colorado. Oakley has 16 catches for 196 yards and a score this fall.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 8 Oakley (illness) won't be available for Saturday's game versus Arizona State, per the Big 12 availability report.

Impact Oakly was doubtful leading up to the contest as he dealt with an illness and will be forced to sit out the contest. The senior tight end will aim to be available for next week's meeting with Colorado.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as doubtful for Saturday Oakley (illness) is not expected to play Saturday versus Arizona State, per the Big 12 availability report.

Impact Oakley missed the last game due to an illness, and the fact that he's been downgraded to doubtful less than 24 hours before kickoff means he could miss a second straight game. The tight end has 16 catches for 196 yards and one touchdown this season, so if he's out, KSU will miss an important piece of their passing attack.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Status in question for Saturday Oakley (illness) is listed as questionable prior to Saturday's matchup against Arizona State.

Impact After missing last week's matchup with a viral illness, Oakley may miss his second straight game on Saturday against the Sun Devils. The tight end has 16 catches for 196 yards and one touchdown this season.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to return at Sun Devils Oakley (illness) is unlikely to return at Arizona State in Week 8, per Wyatt Wheeler of the Topeka Capital-Journal.

Impact Oakley has 16 receptions for 196 yards and one touchdown this fall, but he appears unlikely to return to action against Arizona State and looks poised to miss his second straight game. In his stead, Linkon Cure, who caught two passes for 16 yards in Week 7, should continue to see more snaps.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Misses game due to illness Oakley missed Saturday's game due to a viral illness and was not dealing with an injury, Kellis Robinett of The Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact That clarification indicates Oakley's absence was illness-related rather than tied to a physical setback. His status for Kansas State's next game will be monitored, but for the time being, he is questionable for Week 8 against Arizona State. If he is forced to miss more time, expect Linkon Cure to see more action at tight end.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Oakley (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's game versus Kansas, per the Big 12 availability report.

Impact Oakley had come into his own over the past couple of games, turning in a combined 10 catches for 129 yards and a touchdown, but it appears he'll miss out on the festivities Saturday due to injury. He'll have another chance to rejoin the action next Saturday at Arizona State.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Oakley is questionable for Saturday's game against Kansas.

Impact Oakley is coming off his two best games of the season, totaling 10 catches for 129 yards and a touchdown. Linkon Cure would step into a more prominent role if Oakley can't go.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Finally finds pay dirt Oakley caught all three targets for 49 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 35-16 defeat versus Houston.

Impact Oakley finally cashed in with his first touchdown of the year after piling up targets over the first half of the season. The score was a welcome sight for fantasy managers, and his continued involvement in the passing game keeps him among the safer tight end options in the Big 12 despite the Wildcats' recent offensive struggles.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Weigman throws 4 TD passes to Overmyer in No. 22 Houston's 35-16 win over Kansas State

Conner Weigman and tight end Patrick Overmyer connected for four touchdown passes and No. 22 Houston beat Kansas State 35-16 on Saturday

OCTOBER 10 • Associated Press

Finally gets featured Oakley compiled seven receptions (on 11 targets) for 80 yards during Saturday's 31-26 loss against Cincinnati.

Impact Oakley saw his role in the passing game explode against Cincinnati, drawing 11 targets after totaling just nine targets across Kansas State's first three games combined. The Wildcats' pass-heavy game script certainly helped, but the dramatic increase in usage is impossible to ignore for fantasy managers looking for tight end production. If even a portion of that workload carries forward, Oakley could quickly emerge as one of the more relevant fantasy tight ends in the Big 12.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Still waiting for a breakout Oakley gathered in 4 of 5 targets for 27 yards during Saturday's 31-20 win over Tulane.

Impact Oakley remains Kansas State's starting tight end, but the production has been modest through three games as the Wildcats continue to lean on their running game and wide receivers. For fantasy managers, Oakley is more of a watch-list option than a starting tight end for fantasy rosters right now. The role is there, but the volume hasn't followed.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet as Wildcats spread th wealth Oakley compiled zero receptions (on one target) for zero yards during Saturday's 34-7 win versus Washington State.

Impact Oakley was held without a catch in Kansas State's dominant win over Washington State as they Wildcats spread production across multiple playmakers. With Josh Manning, Joe Jackson, and Brandon White all finding success in the passing game, there simply wasn't much volume needed for Oakley in a contest Kansas State controlled throughout. Fantasy managers shouldn't overreact to a couple of quiet outings, but Manning's breakout does add another mouth to feed in an offense that may not need to throw heavily when playing with a lead.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Remains a key part of the offense Oakley logged two receptions (on three targets) for 40 yards during Saturday's 71-3 win versus Nicholls State.

Impact Oakley didn't find the end zone, but the senior tight end remained heavily involved in an offense that frequently utilized multiple tight-end sets under new HC Collin Klein. While several teammates grabbed the scoring headlines, Oakley's role as the Wildcats' top tight end remains intact heading into Week 2. He should continue to be a reliable fantasy option at a position where consistent usage can be hard to find.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

A new era in Manhattan: Ex-star QB Collin Klein opens his Kansas State tenure with Nicholls State

Kansas State begins the Collin Klein era when the Wildcats face Nicholls State on Saturday night

SEPTEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Part of dynamic duo Oakley is expected to start alongside Linkon Cure in 12-personal packages this season, Wyatt D. Wheeler of the Topeka Capital-Journal reports.

Impact Oakley and Cure have been spotted on the field together throughout most of fall camp as the Wildcats look to deploy more 12-man personnel this season. The 6-foot-5 senior appeared in 11 games last season, logging 38 receptions for 389 yards and six touchdowns. Oakley is the more experienced pass catcher of the two and NFL scouts have noted to complementary nature of the two players.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Standing out in practice Oakley (undisclosed) is standing out in Kansas State's fall camp, Derek Young of On3 reports.

Impact Oakley is not only healthy but also standing out to NFL personnel, suggesting he has the potential to be a high selection come next year's NFL Draft. The tight end finished last season with 38 receptions for 389 yards and six touchdowns, an improvement over a fantastic 2024 season the year prior. Oakley is proven, and with apparent potential to improve, he should be among college football's best tight ends in 2026.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

K-State Tight End Garrett Oakley Named to Mackey Award Watch List Garrett Oakley is gearing up for a big senior season, and the Wildcats' tight end was named to the Mackey Award watch list.

AUGUST 6 • SI.COM

Will be limited in spring ball Oakley (undisclosed) will be a limited participant in the Wildcats' spring practice period, per Wyatt Wheeler of CJOnline.com.

Impact Oakley missed the final game of Kansas State's season in 2025, dealing with an unknown injury. It appears that ailment has carried over into the offseason, as the presumed starting tight end for the Wildcats is set to be limited during spring ball. Last fall, Oakley caught 38 passes for 389 yards and six touchdowns.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Buffs Oakley (undisclosed) was held out of Saturday's 24-14 victory over Colorado.

Impact Oakley was previously listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's contest due to an undisclosed injury, but was unable to suit up agianst the Buffaloes. The 6-foot-5 tight end will finish the 2025 regular season with 38 receptions 389 yards and six touchdowns across 11 games for the Wildcats. He will hope to make himself available for the team's bowl game.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

GTD for Week 14 Oakley (undisclosed) is listed questionable for Saturday's game against Colorado.

Impact Oakley will be considered a game-time decision as he continues dealing with an undisclosed injury. The junior tight end has totaled 38 receptions for 389 yards and six touchdowns across 11 appearances and would be a welcome addition for Kansas State.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Saturday Oakley (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game against Colorado.

Impact Oakley is the top pass-catching option for KSU at the TE position, and not having him would represent a huge blow for the team. A final call on his status will be made closer to Saturday's midday kickoff. Oakley has 38 catches for 389 yards and six touchdowns across 11 games in 2205, posting career-high marks in each of those categories.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Colorado beats Kansas State 27-24 in OT on Wilson's TD pass to Charlie Williams

Weigman throws 4 TD passes to Overmyer in No. 22 Houston's 35-16 win over Kansas State

A new era in Manhattan: Ex-star QB Collin Klein opens his Kansas State tenure with Nicholls State