Graham Spalding brings veteran, run-stopping stability to SDSU’s linebacker room
In the 2024 season, Graham Spalding gave South Dakota State a reliable, senior-level presence at linebacker, finishing with 62 total tackles, 31 solo stops, 3 pass breakups, and 1 interception/1 forced fumble across his Jackrabbit career arc; he also flashed big-play feel with an interception return TD in 2024. At 6-foot-2, 215 pounds, he’s praised for flying around and helping anchor a stout run defense, which makes him a fit for teams that value instincts, effort, and durability over flash.
