C.J. Spiller electrified college football as one of the most dynamic and versatile running backs in Clemson Tigers history.
Football Bio
August 5, 1987 – Blake Butler, Florida – The elusive running back from Clemson.
C.J. Spiller was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame by the National Football Foundation voters in the year 2021.
C.J. Spiller secured his legacy as a generational talent who shattered return game records and carved up opposing defenses. He continues to shape the sport today by mentoring the next wave of athletes on the collegiate coaching sidelines.
Verified Accolades and Football Accomplishments
- College Football Hall of Fame: Voters inducted C.J. Spiller into the College Football Hall of Fame as a member of the 2021 class.
- Unanimous All-American: Spiller earned 2009 Unanimous All-America honors following his dominant senior season.
- ACC Player of the Year: He won the conference MVP award in 2009. He also finished sixth in the 2009 Heisman Trophy voting.
- NCAA Kickoff Return Record: He holds the NCAA record with seven career kickoff returns for touchdowns.
- All-Purpose Yards Leader: Spiller amassed 7,588 career all-purpose yards, ranking third all-time in FBS history at the conclusion of his collegiate career.
- Clemson Records and Honors: He set 31 Clemson records by the end of his career. The Tigers officially retired his No. 28 jersey.
- NFL Draft and Pro Bowl: The Buffalo Bills selected him with the ninth overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. He later earned a Pro Bowl selection in 2012.
