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Versatility Is Key For Kansas State's Marques Sigle Entering NFL Draft

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Dec 26, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Kansas State Wildcats safety Marques Sigle (21) against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Dec 26, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Kansas State Wildcats safety Marques Sigle (21) against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Former Kansas State defensive back Marques Sigle spent most of his career at safety.

That doesn't mean he is limited to that position. He feels the ability to play multiple spots in the secondary will help him entering the NFL Draft. This week, he is participating in the combine in Indianapolis.

"My versatility," Sigle said. "I can play different positions. I can play free safety. I can play strong. I can play nickel. I can play dime. Just showing I can play all those four positions at a high level."

According to NFL.com, Sigle grades at a 5.87 out of 8.

GIDDENS TALKS ABOUT MENTOR

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 Dallas Cowboys running back Deuce Vaughn, who set several school records in his three seasons in Manhattan, KS. Vaughn ranks No. 2 in rushing yards (3,604), No. 4 in rushing touchdowns (34), and No. 1 in receiving yards (1,280) 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 reflected on his journey to eventually become 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."

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. The Cowboys could also be a fit for Giddens, partnering with Vaughn and reuniting with offensive line coach Conor Riley. Dallas had one of the worst rushing attacks in the league, which Giddens can aid as a depth piece.

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