Is Former K-State RB DJ Giddens A Fit For The Pittsburgh Steelers?
As former Kansas State running back DJ Giddens waits for his name to be called on Draft day, one new team emerges as a possible suitor.
The Pittsburgh Steelers, who lost veteran Najee Harris this offseason, could be Giddens's next destination. They plan on hosting a visit for Giddens, per NFL Draft analyst Justin Melo.
The Pittsburgh Steelers plan to host Kansas State RB DJ Giddens on a 30 visit.
— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) March 12, 2025
Fresh off losing Najee Harris.
Giddens finished 2nd among RBs at the Combine in the Vert (39.5") + Broad (10'10") + ran 4.43.
Giddens had Combine formals with #Steelers (👀), #Chargers, #Jaguars.
Pittsburgh boasted arguably its best rushing attack in nearly a decade, ranking right outside the league's top-10 in rushing yards per game. The stability among the running backs aided quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, who could game-manage instead of needing heavy passing performances every game.
With Harris gone, the Steelers could add Giddens to continue the team trend of offensive progression. Giddens recorded 3,087 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns at Kansas State, along with 58 receptions for 679 yards and four touchdowns. Giddens's strength and footwork can complement Jaylen Warren's speedy downfield style. The addition of D.K. Metcalf also gives the Steelers a star receiving tandem to alleviate pressure off the rushing unit.
K-STATE TARGET IAN PREMER EXPECTED TO VISIT KANSAS STATE THIS SUMMER
Kansas State already hit the jackpot with five-star tight end Linkon Cure, but they could hit on another multi-sport athlete. Great Bend product Ian Premer will visit Kansas State mid-June, per 247Sports. Premer recorded 32 receptions for 538 yards and nine touchdowns last season. He also averaged 21.2 points and 9.2 rebounds his sophomore year.
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.
Jayden is a journalism school graduate of Howard University. He was the 2024 recipient of the Terez Paylor scholarship award. He previously worked at the Orlando Sentinel.