MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas State Wildcats football are turning heads in the recruiting world, locking in official visits with six elite prospects for the 2027 class in a bold early-season push. This wave of scheduling, finalized in February 2026, marks the first full recruiting cycle under new head coach Collin Klein, and it’s sending a strong message: the Wildcats are serious about building a powerhouse roster.
The first visitors will hit the Little Apple from May 29–31, as Giacamo SanFilippo and Elijajuan Houston kick off the whirlwind stretch. Savoy Guidry follows on June 5, giving the coaching staff prime one-on-one time before the summer recruiting frenzy heats up.
Topping the list is standout Rilee Drew, alongside fellow safety Brooklyn Maxey and versatile prospect Brody Pfannenstiel, who will make their official visits from June 12–21. These commitments to campus trips place Kansas State in an early commanding position in the battle for top-tier 2027 talent, ahead of other Power Four programs scrambling to secure their own slots.
The surge comes on the heels of a productive 2026 National Signing Day on February 4, when K-State locked in 26 high school signees and 27 transfers. While the class ranked 53rd nationally and featured four-star athlete Lawson McGraw, the Wildcats are clearly raising the stakes for 2027 by moving fast on their top targets.
Coach Klein’s recruiting strategy blends personal touch with smart expansion, keeping the “family vibe” that has become a hallmark of the program while also reaching deep into talent-rich states like Texas and Florida. Recruiting insiders have noted his authenticity and hands-on approach as key reasons K-State remains competitive despite the recent coaching transition.
As the April and summer visits approach, all eyes will be on Manhattan. Securing these six high-profile prospects on campus isn’t just a win — it’s a statement. For a program looking to reassert itself in the Big 12 and beyond, this bold early move could be the spark that sets the 2027 class on fi