Kansas State star DJ Giddens will forego his senior season after declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft.
Is it time for Dylan Edwards to take over the position? Wildcats coach Chris Klieman believes so. When asked about what Edwards can do as a premiere back, Klieman raved about the diversity he brings to the position.
“He’s so versatile,” Klieman said. “He can line up as a single back by himself. He can line up in a two-back set, flex out and be a receiver, or take jet sweeps. He can run really good routes. That’s what’s important for us.”
Edwards had 56 carries for 350 yards and three touchdowns last season, along with 17 receptions for 156 yards and a receiving touchdown. He transferred from Colorado after totaling over 600 total yards and five touchdowns his freshman year.
Edwards has big shoes to fill as Giddens exits as one of the top rushers in school history. Nevertheless, Klieman is excited for him and Joe Jackson to get acclimated and start producing as the likely running back duo next year. Klieman says this begins with the Rate Bowl against Rutgers.
“I’m excited for those guys,” Klieman said. “It’s their chance to get established. We know a lot of the things that Dylan can do and we’re excited to be able to showcase a lot of those things for him. And then with Joe, we’ve seen some really good glimpses of him in the early part of the season.”
Jayden Armant is a graduate of the Howard University School of Communications and a contributor to Kansas State Wildcats on SI. He can be reached at jaydenshome14@gmail.com or follow him on Twitter @jaydenarmant.
With DJ Giddens announcing his departure from the Kansas State football team, the question now arises: can Dylan Edwards step up and become the Wildcats’ new RB1?
Giddens was expected to be a key player in K-State’s backfield this season, but now that he is no longer with the team, the spotlight is on Edwards to take on a larger role. The junior running back has shown flashes of potential in the past, with his speed and agility making him a threat on the field.
However, Edwards will need to prove himself in order to solidify his spot as the starting running back. He will face competition from other running backs on the roster who will be vying for the same position.
With the departure of Giddens, the opportunity is now open for Edwards to step up and make a name for himself as the Wildcats’ RB1. Only time will tell if he can rise to the occasion and become a standout player in K-State’s backfield.
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