Where is Will Sheppard from?

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Will (William) Sheppard is the former collegiate wide receiver for the Colorado Buffaloes (2024). Previously, he played for the Vanderbilt Commodores (2020 to 2023). In 2024, the Louisiana native started 13 games with 48 receptions for 621 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns. At Vanderbilt, Sheppard became the 8th receiver to cover more than 2,000 career receiving yards. College Football Network also named him as a part of the third team All-SEC (via the Colorado Buffaloes' official website).

Before attending college, Will Sheppard studied at Mandeville High School; recruiters rated him a three-star prospect. The WR was coached by Guy LeCompte (2016 to 2018) and Hutch Gonzalez (2018 to 2020). In his senior year, Sheppard contributed 24 touchdowns for 1,276 yards (via his college player roster). According to the NFL, Sheppard is projected to be a priority free agent at the 2025 NFL Draft.

Will Sheppard's Hometown

Will Sheppard grew up in Madisonville, Louisiana. He went to Mandeville High School, where he recorded 126 receptions for 2,252 yards and 33 touchdowns. Recruiters considered Sheppard a three-star prospect, and 247Sports ranked him as the No. 73 WR in the country (via Colorado Buffaloes player roster).

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Will Sheppard's Birthplace

According to the Colorado Buffaloes' official website, Will Sheppard was born in Ruston, Louisiana, on February 11, 2002.

Will Sheppard's Nationality

Will Sheppard is American, who was born in Ruston, Louisiana, but grew up in Madisonville, Louisiana, USA (via the University of Colorado Athletics' official website).

FAQs on Will Sheppard

A. Will Sheppard plays at the wide receiver position.

A. Will Sheppard is 6 ft 2 in tall, per the NFL's official website.

A. Will Sheppard weighs 205 lbs, per ESPN.

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