STATESBORO- The Georgia Southern football program got a huge boost on Monday when the NCAA ruled J.D. King, the junior running back transfer from Oklahoma State, eligible to play immediately.
In his two seasons as a Cowboy, King amassed over 600 yards with four touchdowns on 142 rushing attempts. The junior running back proved useful in the passing game as well, recording three touchdowns on 14 receptions.
The official newest member of the Eagles talked about his emotions when finding out he had been granted eligibility.
“Excited, still trying to process it.” King said. “This is something big for me and the team and my family, so, just blessed to be where I am today.