C.J. Stokes brings veteran, downhill power to Furman’s backfield
In the 2026 season, C.J. Stokes has been a steady but not explosive addition for Furman: through Week 2 he’s logged 22 carries for 69 yards and 2 catches for 2 yards, with no touchdowns yet. The bigger story is the profile—he’s a 5-foot-10, 205-pound fifth-year back and former Michigan national-championship roster member who arrived as a graduate transfer from Charlotte, giving Furman a proven, mature runner with experience in multiple programs. He looks like a fit for teams wanting toughness, depth, and a plug-and-play veteran more than a home-run hitter.
