Way-to-early Big 12 running back rankings: Can DJ Giddens take a step forward?

The running back position is an important one in the Big 12, and DJ Giddens is one of the best in the conference.

Sep 23, 2023; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats running back DJ Giddens (31) finds room and scores a touchdown against the UCF Knights. / Scott Sewell-USA TODAY Sports

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Texas Tech running back Tahj Brooks (28) rushing the football during the 47th Radience Technology game. / Paul Karge/The Times / USA TODAY NETWORK

Tahj Brooks is another running back making their return to the Big 12 stage in 2024. Brooks was the center of the Red Raiders offense in 2023 with his 1,541 yards and 10 touchdowns. Brooks coming back for 2024 is big for a Red Raider offense that ranked only 9th in the Big 12 in 2023.

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