Over the better part of three decades, Bill Snyder and Kansas State became nearly synonymous. They completed each other, really, as Snyder discovered his destiny and carried out one of the most inspiring stories in the annals of college football.
Few, if any, coaches will be more forever entwined with the revitalized self-image of their program, the proud growth of a school itself and broader community pride than Snyder in Manhattan.
It was amazing while it lasted, wasn’t it?
And it’s a true shame it has come to the lamentable turn it has — though Snyder now has an opportunity to do another wonderful and honorable thing for K-State and retire again.