Kansas State football beats Arizona State, Wisconsin for coveted DT
Kansas State football continued its recruiting momentum by landing a coveted defensive tackle. The Wildcats currently have a Top 25 recruiting class.
MANHATTAN — Collin Klein's successful recruiting streak continued when he landed Anitoni Tahi, a three-star defensive lineman out of Arizona. Tahi announced his commitment to the Wildcats on Wednesday, April 29. He chose the Wildcats over Arizona State , Wisconsin and Minnesota.
He is ranked as the No. 127 defensive lineman in the 2027 class. He's listed at 6-foot-2, 312 pounds, out of Basha High School in Chandler, Arizona.
Tahi visited Manhattan earlier this month. He received his initial Kansas State offer from Chris Klieman's staff in June 2025. He was on campus for a game in October.
Kansas State's pursuit continued after Klein and his new coaching staff moved in. At the same time, Tahi continued to shine on one of Arizona's best defenses, making him a coveted Power 4 target. Tahi's commitment continues Kansas State's recruiting momentum, as he becomes the 11th player to pledge to the Wildcats' 2027 class.