CJ Verdell


CJ Verdell is an American football running back for the Oregon Ducks.

Early years

Verdell attended Mater Dei High School in Chula Vista, California. As a senior, he rushed for 2,399 yards on 262 carries with 36 touchdowns. He committed to the University of Oregon to play college football.

College career

Verdell redshirted his first year at Oregon in 2017. He started five of 13 games his redshirt freshman season in 2018. He rushed for 1,018 yards on 202 carries with 10 touchdowns. He returned to Oregon as the starter in 2019. In the 2019 Pac-12 Football Championship Game, he rushed for 208 yards with three touchdowns and was named the game's MVP.