CJ West

About

NFL defensive lineman that was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers as a fourth round pick in 2025. Prior to being drafted, he played college football at Kent State University and Indiana University. Following his 2023 season, he earned third team All-MAC honors. 

Before Fame

He initially began his collegiate football career as a freshman at Kent State in 2020. After four seasons, he then transferred to Indiana. 

Trivia

During his lone season at Indiana, he helped set program records in rushing yards allowed and total offense allowed. Their 15.6 points per game allowed is also the lowest in program history. 

Family Life

He is a native of Chicago, Illinois. 

Associated With

He is a former Indiana collegiate athlete just like Isiah Thomas.