Career
Has appeared in 13 games for the Cougars, developing into a key contributor in the secondary. Totaled 36 tackles, including 27 solo stops, with 1.5 tackles for loss. Added one interception, six pass breakups, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery while showcasing playmaking ability on the defensive side of the ball. Earned Dave & Buster’s USF Athlete of the Week honors during the 2025 season.
2025 (Redshirt Sophomore)
Played in all 11 games for the Cougars, serving as a key piece of the defensive unit. Recorded 30 tackles, including 21 solo stops, while adding 0.5 tackles for loss. Tallied one interception, six pass breakups, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery, emerging as a disruptive presence in the secondary. Earned Dave & Buster’s USF Athlete of the Week honors following his standout performance against Minot State.
2024 (Redshirt Freshman)
Appeared in two games before suffering a season-ending injury. Recorded six tackles, including one tackle for loss, before his season was cut short.
2023 (South Dakota State)
Was a member of South Dakota State’s FCS National Championship team.
High School
Multi-sport athlete in football and basketball at Sioux Falls Jefferson High School. Helped lead the Cavaliers to the 2022 Class AAA State Championship. A two-time All-Conference and All-State selection, he was also twice named to the Sioux Falls Argus Leader Elite 45 Team. Earned 2023 Defensive Back of the Year honors and was named the South Dakota State Championship Defensive Player of the Game. Served as a two-time team captain and finished his senior season with 60 tackles and five interceptions, including two returned for touchdowns. Also earned Academic All-State honors and was a member of the National Honor Society.
Personal
Son of Deb and Chris Giblin. Has two siblings, Hattie and Dax.
