Christopher Paul Klieman (/ ˈ k l aɪ m ə n / KLY-muhn; born September 27, 1967) is an American college football coach. He is the head football coach at Kansas State University , a position he has held since the 2019 season.

Thanks to his 39 wins in Manhattan, Klieman holds a career head coaching record of 111-37 as his 75.0% winning percentage ranks third among current FBS coaches that have led programs for at least 10 seasons, trailing only Clemson’s Dabo …

Oct 27, 2024 · In a poignant and emotional announcement, Chris Klieman, the head coach of Kansas State football, has formally resigned from his position due to his wife’s serious health condition. This unexpected decision has left the Kansas State community in shock, reflecting the profound impact that personal circumstances can have on professional ...

Thanks to his 39 wins in Manhattan, Klieman holds a career head coaching record of 111-37 as his 75.0% winning percentage ranks third among current FBS coaches that have led programs for at least 10 seasons, trailing only Clemson’s Dabo …

Nov 19, 2024 · Kansas State coach Chris Klieman isn't going anywhere any time soon. On Monday, Klieman emphatically denied rumors he was retiring after the question was posed to him by a reporter.

Nov 18, 2024 · Kansas State football coach Chris Klieman has no plans to retire as the Wildcats look to end a losing skid and beat the Cincinnati Bearcats.

Nov 16, 2024 · Kansas State Wildcats football coach Chris Klieman was emotional after a loss to the Arizona State Sun Devils. He took blame for the defeat.

Jun 17, 2015 · Thanks to his 39 wins in Manhattan, Klieman holds a career head coaching record of 111-37 as his 75.0% winning percentage ranks third among current FBS coaches that have led programs for at least 10 seasons, trailing only Clemson’s Dabo Swinney (79.8%) and Indiana’s Curt Cignetti (77.3%).

Aug 12, 2024 · Kansas State Wildcats coach Chris Klieman hugs quarterback Skylar Thompson (7) after defeating the LSU Tigers in the 2022 Texas Bowl at NRG Stadium on Jan. 4, 2022.

May 15, 2023 · KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State signed football coach Chris Klieman to a new eight-year contract Monday that will pay an average of $5.5 million annually and could keep him tied to the defending Big 12 champion Wildcats through the 2030 season.