SDSU RB Brenden Begeman: State Record-Holding Prep Legend Flashes Potential in Loaded Backfield
Brenden Begeman, South Dakota's all-time leading prep rusher with 6,807 career yards (including a single-season state record of 2,997 in 2021), brings elite work ethic, high GPA, and exceptional field vision to SDSU's RB group [8][9]. As a redshirt freshman/sophomore (6'2", 210 lbs), he flashed ability in the 2024 Spring Game and played 9 games in 2024 with 25 carries, though his 2025 regular season was limited to 5 carries for 3 yards [1][7][10]. His differentiators include intense weight-room dedication and a business economics major mindset; while currently buried in a loaded backfield, his pedigree and maturity make him a high-upside fit for teams needing a reliable, intelligent backup with championship DNA [6][8].
