Nate Sheppard

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Nate Sheppard (born August 24, 2006)[1] is an American college football running back for the Duke Blue Devils.

PositionRunning back
ClassFreshman
Born (2006-08-24) August 24, 2006 (age 19)[1]
Listed height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Quick facts No. 20 – Duke Blue Devils, Position ...
Nate Sheppard
No. 20  Duke Blue Devils
PositionRunning back
ClassFreshman
Personal information
Born (2006-08-24) August 24, 2006 (age 19)[1]
Listed height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Listed weight195 lb (88 kg)
Career information
High schoolMandeville (Mandeville, Louisiana)
College
  • Duke (2025–present)
Awards and highlights
Stats at ESPN
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Early life

Sheppard attended Mandeville High School in Mandeville, Louisiana. As a sophomore, he led the team in rushing and receiving yards and scored 25 total touchdowns.[2][3] As a junior, Sheppard rushed for 1,816 yards and 32 touchdowns, before his senior season was shortened due to a leg injury.[4] Following his high school career, he committed to play college football at Duke University over offers from California, Cincinnati, Northwestern, and Tulane.[5][6]

College career

In Sheppard's first career start against Syracuse, he totaled 15 carries for 168 yards and two touchdowns while also tallying 33 yards receiving.[7] For his performance, he was named the ACC running back and rookie of the week.[8]

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College statistics
Season Team Games Rushing Receiving
GPAttYardsAvgTDRecYardsAvgTD
2025 Duke 131789625.410352667.61
Career131789625.410352667.61
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Personal life

Sheppard's older brother, Will, is a professional football wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers.[3]

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