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.
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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Oct 7, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; ASU Sun Devils running back Cam Skattebo (4) carries the ball through the defensive line.
Oct 7, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; ASU Sun Devils running back Cam Skattebo (4) carries the ball through the defensive line. | Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY

Cam Skattebo had a strong 2023 campaign with 783 yards and nine touchdowns averaging 4.8 yards per carry. In an offense that struggled in the Pac-12 last season, head coach Kenny Dillingham is looking to take a big step forward in 2024 ad he seems poised to do it with the offensive squad he has.