Report: Former Clemson RB, member of 2016 title team, dies
By Adam Spencer
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Wednesday is a sad day for the Clemson family, as former RB CJ Fuller, who was a member of the 2016 national title team, has died.
Details are not known at this time, but Fuller was the player who had a big kickoff return that set up the Tigers’ win over Alabama.
WSPA first reported the news of Fuller’s passing, citing officials from his high school:
Former Clemson running back CJ Fuller died, according to Easley High School officials.
Fuller was a running back at Clemson through last season after starring at Easley High School.
Fuller was reportedly awaiting trial for an armed robbery incident along with a pair of former Tigers.
Our thoughts go out to Fuller’s family in this tough time.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
