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7-7-26 – K-State Insider John Kurtz on Brett Yormark’s remarks, the new regime in Manhattan, and more!

By ESPN The Fan

Posted on July 7, 2026

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K-State Insider John Kurtz on the Big 12’s new sponsor, Brett Yormark’s remarks, the new regime in Manhattan, and more!

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