One of the best running backs in Kansas State history is ready for the next chapter of his career.

Junior DJ Giddens announced Saturday that he would be skipping his senior season in Manhattan and declaring for the upcoming NFL Draft in April.

“Growing up in Junction City, I always knew what a great program Kansas State football was,” Giddens said in a statement on his social media. ” I wasn’t sure if I’d have the opportunity to play there. But I worked hard, and it turned out to be a life-changing opportunity.”

The former Blue Jay star worked hard to get to where he is now, starting as an unheralded greyshirt with one D-1 offer after a stellar high school career. He redshirted in 2021 and spent the 2022 season second on the depth chart behind two-time consensus All-America running back Deuce Vaughn. Giddens firmly took hold of the top spot in 2023, outshining Florida State transfer Treshaun Ward as a sophomore to help lead K-State to a Pop-Tarts Bowl win.

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