Lucas Feldkamp anchors USD football's offensive line as center
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 2:39 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Redshirt freshman Lucas Feldkamp has been thrust into the role of center for the University of South Dakota football team in the 2026 season. He has started every game, helping to solidify a reworked offensive line that features five new starters. After four starting linemen departed from last year's playoff team, Feldkamp's performance has contributed to the Coyotes allowing only seven sacks through six games. His leadership and communication skills have become vital as the team has averaged 39 points per game and significant offensive production, including 14.61 yards per completion. Coach Matt Vitzthum noted Feldkamp’s football IQ and adaptability as critical to his success in the position.
- •Feldkamp started every game as center for USD in 2026.
- •USD allows only seven sacks, tied for third in their conference.
- •Team averages 39 points and 196.3 rushing yards per game.
- •Feldkamp's leadership crucial for the retooled offensive line.
- •Coyotes scored 35 or more points in four of six games.
- 2:39 PMYahoo Sports — USD football found an unlikely anchor at center in redshirt freshman Lucas Feldkamp
"Oct. 8—VERMILLION, S.D. — There are plenty of responsibilities that come with being the center of a college football offense. There are the physical traits, of course. The snaps have to be clean. Blocks have to be made. Defensive linemen have to be moved. But at the University of South Dakota this season, redshirt freshman Lucas Feldkamp has taken on the responsibility as the man in the middle ...
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