 He was on the official watch list for the Davey O'Brien Award (one of 42 candidates), and "Street & Smith’s" selected him as an honorable mention preseason All-American.He again led the Buffs to the Big 12 North Title during the 2005 season.However, Klatt's college career was ended in the Big 12 Championship Game against Texas when he was knocked out after being hit by Texas linebacker Drew Kelson during the 70–3 blowout.