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#5 Running Back

Ca'Lil Valentine

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Illinois Fighting Illini
Height / Weight
5' 11" / 200 lbs
Class
Sophomore
SEASON STATS 2025
AVG
4.7
0.7
YDS/G
47.2
29.6
LNG
25
3.0
YDS/G
55.0
25.0
PLAYER INFO
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Background and Early Career

Ca'Lil Valentine was born on January 15, 2002, in Houston, Texas. Standing at 6 feet 1 inch and weighing 210 pounds, Valentine began his football journey at a young age, quickly establishing himself as a standout athlete in high school. He played for North Shore High School, where his impressive performances on the field earned him recognition as one of the top running back prospects in the country.

Playing Style and Strengths

Valentine is known for his explosive speed and agility, making him a formidable presence in the backfield. His ability to change direction swiftly and break through tackles has made him a dual-threat running back. Valentine's vision on the field allows him to find gaps in the defense, and his reliable hands make him a valuable asset in the passing game as well.

Notable Achievements

In his freshman year at the collegiate level, Valentine made an immediate impact by rushing for over 1,000 yards, ranking among the top rushers in his conference. His performance earned him a spot on the All-Freshman Team, highlighting his potential to become one of the leading running backs in NCAAF. Valentine's consistent contributions have positioned him as a key player to watch in upcoming seasons.

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Career stats
Season
Team
ATT
YDS
AVG
TD
LNG
REC
YDS
AVG
TD
LNG
FUM
LST
2025
131 614 4.7 4 25 10 55 5.5 0 18 3 2
2024
53 212 4.0 1 22 5 30 6.0 0 15 0 0

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