Reports: Texas State RB Ismail Mahdi enters Transfer Portal

Texas State Bobcats running back Ismail Mahdi is entering the Transfer Portal with one year of eligibility after back-to-back First Team All-Sun Belt nods.
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Texas State running back Ismail Mahdi plans to enter the Transfer Portal, per a report from On3.

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Mahdi had an illustrious two-season run at Texas State, earning First Team All-American status in 2023 and following it up with a First Team All-Sun Belt Conference nod in 2024. He rushed for 2,322 yards and 14 touchdowns combined, and was also a receiving threat with 44 receptions for 470 yards over those two years. 

The Plano East alum began his career at Houston Christian. He has one year of eligibility remaining.

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