Quick Info
| Profession | College football running back |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 24/08/2006 |
| Age | 20 years |
| Birthplace | Mandeville, Louisiana, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Nate Sheppard
05/09/2026
Sheppard rushed for 227 yards and two touchdowns in Duke's win over Tulane. The performance earned him the Doak Walker National Running Back of the Week honour.
07/01/2026
Nate Sheppard announced that he would return to Duke for the 2026 season, passing up the chance to leave after a breakout freshman year. He had set Duke's freshman single-season records for rushing yards (1,132) and rushing touchdowns (11) in 2025. His return meant Duke's top quarterback and wide receiver were also set to come back, keeping the core of the offense together.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Nate Sheppard is an American college football running back who plays for the Duke Blue Devils, wearing number 20. He was named a Midseason First Team All-America in 2026. |
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| Position | Running back |
| Current Class | Sophomore |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'10" |
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| Weight | 205 lbs |
Personal Life
| Early Football | Began playing football recreationally at age four |
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Family
| Father | Willie Sheppard, a former cornerback for the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs |
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| Mother | Rebekah Boyd, a former Louisiana Tech volleyball player |
Career
| Current Team | Duke Blue Devils | ||||||||||
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| Debut Start | Started at running back for Duke against Syracuse on 27/09/2025 | ||||||||||
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| 2026 Season |
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| Milestones | First true freshman to start at running back for Duke in fifteen years |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. After an injury, he hopped on one leg for 40 yards to reach the sidelines. | |
| 2. Both of his parents were Division I athletes at Louisiana Tech University. |
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