Ismail Mahdi

texas State University- Running Back

First ever Caddix athlete. First team All-American, led FBS in all-purpose yards (2,000+). Led Texas State to its first bowl game win in school history. Started his collegiate career at Houston Christian University where he was a Jerry Rice award finalist. Ismail was born in Kenya, and is the fourth oldest of eight siblings. He also loves to cook, and considers himself a chef.