UCLA’s former walk-on who turned grit into production
In the 2007 season, Craig Sheppard gave UCLA a tough, dependable spark at running back, finishing with 30 carries for 149 yards and 2 rushing touchdowns, including a 56-yard breakout game against Arizona State. He was a 6-foot, 205-pound redshirt senior walk-on who earned praise for versatility, special-teams value, and team-first leadership; one profile described him as a respected leader who earned a scholarship after contributing on offense and all over special teams. If you want a physical, blue-collar back with proven toughness and no-nonsense reliability, he fits the bill.
