CJ Nettles is Furman’s burst-and-balance back with home-run juice
In the 2025 season, CJ Nettles emerged as a real piece of Furman’s offense, rushing 85 times for 358 yards and 2 touchdowns while adding 14 receptions, including a 105-yard, 67-yard-TD eruption against Mercer. Furman’s 2026 preview calls him one of the Paladins’ headline returners and notes he earned more playing time as the year progressed, which fits a back whose game is built on acceleration, versatility, and enough toughness to finish runs between the tackles. If a team wants a young, multi-use runner with explosive-play ability, Nettles is worth a serious look.
