Kansas State football hosts Arizona State in an important game for both teams. A late-season battle between 7-2 programs that are both holding out hope for a berth in the conference championship.

After suffering several close losses earlier this season, Kansas is finally resembling the team that was expected to be a Big 12 contender after last year’s nine-win campaign.

The undefeated Cougars are in the most favorable position to earn their way into the conference championship game, though several teams still have realistic chances as well.