A.J. Newberry brings SEC-tested versatility and red-zone juice to Vanderbilt’s backfield
In the 2024 season, A.J. Newberry flashed as a compact, versatile runner for Vanderbilt, posting 185 rushing yards and 3 rushing touchdowns on 41 carries, plus 7 catches for 134 yards and 2 receiving scores; in 2025, he was used more selectively, with 185 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns on 41 carries and a knee issue briefly sidelining him before he returned to practice. He stands out as a physical, useful short-yardage and pass-catching back who can win in the red zone, and his three-star recruiting profile suggests more dependable role-player than feature-back ceiling.
