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Reis Kirschenman prepares for return to SDSU football after injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:57 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Reis Kirschenman prepares for return to SDSU football after injury

Summary

Reis Kirschenman, a defensive end at South Dakota State University, is set to return this season after missing 2025 due to a season-ending injury in week 2. Head coach Dan Jackson spoke about the emotional toll the injury took on Kirschenman, describing their growing bond during recovery. Kirschenman emphasized the support he received from Jackson, referring to him as a father figure. The Jackrabbits begin their 2026 season against Stetson University on Saturday at 6 p.m.

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•Kirschenman suffered a season-ending injury in week 2 against Montana State.
•His relationship with head coach Dan Jackson deepened during recovery.
•Kirschenman is praised for his leadership while sidelined.
•SDSU opens the season against Stetson University on Saturday.

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3:57 AMYahoo Sports — Kirschenman’s journey to returning to SDSU football

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BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO) – South Dakota State University defensive end Reis Kirschenman was set to have a breakout season in 2025. That breakout, however, was put on hold, after he suffered a season ending injury in week 2 against Montana State. “I’ll never forget the day that he heard that he was going to have […]
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