This is a very interesting game. Even though Arizona will officially be in the Big 12 in 2024, this will not be considered a conference game. Due to a preexisting agreement, this game will be considered non-conference to fulfill that agreement.
I do think this will be a tough game for both Wildcat teams. Arizona finished second in the Pac 12 and Kansas State just missed the Big 12 championship game in 2023. However, Arizona does have a new head coach this season, so anything is possible. I think Kansas State will be gelling by this point though and that Avery Johnson will be showing he is a force to be reckoned with.
I am going to say that Kansas State is going to start the season 3-0 with a win at home in the battle of the Wildcats.