Tang compared the K-State/Wichita State rivalry to the Big 12/Big East Battle, of which he is not a fan. He would rather have complete control over his team’s non-conference schedule on a yearly basis than play a matchup concocted by conference officials.

But he also had an inkling that Tang was not as enthusiastic about it. "Jerome was at my house earlier this summer, somewhere in July," Mills recalled. "We were sitting there watching film and talking through a number of things, and as he was leaving ...

Jerome Tang and Kansas State are no strangers to outside critiques. Tang has been outspoken in defending his players against these criticisms, and he once again hopped to their defense after their Drake loss Tuesday night.

The Wildcats suffered their latest loss, 84-65, against Wichita State on Saturday at Koch Arena. At this point, no negative result should come as a surprise for K-State. Jerome Tang said earlier this week that his team isn’t good enough to overlook any opponent. He was right.

Social media and fan criticism have heavily influenced the modern sports scene. Jerome Tang has consistently raved about the positive and negative ways they impact Kansas State. After the team's loss to the Drake Bulldogs,