High-activity, high-IQ anchor on SDSU’s defensive front
In the 2024 season, Jarod DePriest emerged as a two-year starting defensive tackle for South Dakota State, finishing with 32 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, two sacks, and two forced fumbles while earning first-team All-MVFC honors. At 6-foot-5 and 285 pounds, he stands out for his movement and bend for a man his size, plus the kind of reliability coaches love: he’s a team captain, an academic standout, and a player who embraces gap discipline over empty stats. If your team wants a rangy, physical interior defender with leadership chops, DePriest absolutely belongs on the short list.
