Former K-State RB DJ Giddens On What He Learned From This Dallas Cowboys Rusher

Former running back Kansas State DJ Giddens offered his first remarks at the NFL Combine Friday morning.

When asked about his time with the Wildcats, he lauded Wildcats record-holder Deuce Vaughn. Vaughn ranks No. 2 in rushing yards (3,604), No. 4 in rushing touchdowns (34), and No. 1 in receiving yards among running backs.

"I learned a lot," Giddens said. "He's real smart, I learned how to get in that book, study film, study my opponents, run routes, make somebody miss, all that."

Giddens is projected to be a Day 2 selection in the 2025 NFL Draft. As teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers see their running backs depart, they could target the former Kansas State product. Giddens reflected on his journey through Manhattan to eventually becoming a Draft prospect.

"It's been smooth, I've just been enjoying the process," Giddens said. "I ain't really know what to expect. I don't really know anybody who went through this position around me, so I've just been enjoying the process. It's been cool."

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.