Austin Graves brings rare academic-star grit to Idaho State’s defensive front
Austin Graves has been a standout for Idaho State because he pairs on-field production with elite off-field polish: in the 2014 season, he was tied for third in the Big Sky in sacks and ranked third in tackles for loss, while also earning major academic honors and Campbell Trophy semifinalist recognition. He fits the mold of a high-motor, disruptive DL/edge presence—productive, versatile, and clearly trusted in big spots. If you want a defender who plays with effort and intelligence, Graves is the kind of “plug-and-play” tone-setter coaches love.
