Freshman South Dakota back Jahan Abubakar arrives with power-speed upside
Jahan Abubakar is a 6-foot, 190-pound freshman RB for South Dakota in the 2026 season, and the early read is a classic developmental back with useful size and a proven high-school workload after rushing for 1,100 yards and 18 touchdowns as a senior at Lincoln-Way West. His appeal is the blend of physicality, multi-sport toughness, and a strong academic profile that suggests reliability and coachability; he also brings a wrestler’s edge that usually shows up in contact balance and competitive temperament. He looks like a fit for teams wanting a sturdy, downhill runner with room to grow into a bigger college role.
