Jalen Bussey brings explosive NDSU backfield juice with proven big-play burst and special-teams value
Bussey has shown the kind of home-run speed and efficiency that fits North Dakota State’s physical run game, highlighted by a 2021 season with 356 rushing yards, 4 rushing touchdowns and 7.6 yards per carry, plus long return ability on kickoffs.[1][5] His best trait is chunk-play upside: NDSU has used him as a runner and returner, and his 2021 profile included a 72-yard touchdown run and multiple high-impact carries.[5] For a team, he profiles as a versatile, lower-volume weapon rather than a featured bell cow.[5]
