Khai West
CB, Minnesota State - Mankato
Ht: 6’1”
Wt: 185 lbs. College: Minnesota State – Mankato
Jersey #: 4
Hometown: St. Paul, MN
Born: July 5, 2001
Scouting Report:Long, athletic defensive back…Physical…Twitchy…Versatile to play cornerback, nickel, and safety…Student of the game…Has potential to excel as a standout special teams player…Possesses intangibles of strong work ethic and competitive toughness.
Highlights
Career Summary
2024 (MANKATO): Don Hansen Honorable Mention DII All-American…D2CCA All-Super Region Four First Team…First Team All-NSIC…Played and started in all 15 games for the Mavericks this season as he finished second on the team in tackles with 73…Recorded two interceptions.
2023 (MANKATO): Played and started in all 12 games for the Mavericks…Named to the All-NSIC First Team and was named the NSIC Defensive Newcomer of the Year…Recorded 38 tackles and led the team in interceptions with five…Recovered a fumble, forced a fumble and blocked two kicks…Posted a season-high eight tackles vs. MSU Moorhead…Recorded two interceptions against both Wayne State and Winona State…Intercepted a pass in the end zone vs. Western Oregon and returned it 100 yards for a touchdown…Named to the D2CCA Super Region Four First Team.
2022 (LANEY): Honorable Mention All-Conference…Finished second on the team in tackles during the 2022 season with 68…Also recorded five tackles for a loss and three interceptions during his sophomore season…Returned an interception 88 yards for a touchdown vs. American River.
2019-20 (MINNESOTA NORTH – ITASCA): Played in 10 games…15 total tackles with one interception and three PBUs.