This is Part 2 of a look at K-State in 2010. With Bill Snyder now in his second season in his return to the sideline, the Wildcats will certainly know what it takes to be successful this season. Read Part 1

Offensive Linemen

The offense could be at its best up front. The Wildcats return four starters from a line that paved the way for 179.9 rushing yards per game last season, and all four are eager to build on that performance.

Seniors Zach Kendall, Wade Weibert, and Kenneth Mayfield will lead the way, and Juniors Zach Hanson and Clyde Aufner will play important roles as well. Gone is Nick Stringer, who was arguably one of the Wildcat’s top lineman, but Kansas State should have the experience and talent needed to replace him.

Brandon Harold was sidelined most of 2009 with an injury.

Defensive Linemen

Brandon Harold, a former Freshman All-American who missed all but one game last season to a injury, should be back and hopefully he will be ready to lead the front defensive line. If he does fully recover from his injury, and hopefully the academic issues is resolved, then that’s great news for Kansas State, because the Wildcats need to find replacements for Jeffery Fitzgerald and Daniel Calvin.

Fltzgerald made 40 tackles a year ago, and lead the team with seven sacks. Harold was expected to play on the opposite side of the field a year ago, but will now be expected to fill in for him.

Raphael Guidry returns to add depth and converted tight end Prizell Brown will be asked to provide some help. Losing star junior college transfer Adam Davis to injury was a major blow for the Wildcats, as he was counted on to provide a sustained pass rush.

Cat Quiz

What past NFL Head Coach was bypassed for the K-State head-coaching job in 1985, that eventually went to Stan Parrish? I’ll reveal the answer tomorrow.

What are your thoughts on K-State’s offensive and defensive lines? Leave a comment below. Check back tomorrow for a preview of K-State’s linebackers, secondary and specialist.