CJ Sanchez is a defensive tackle from North Judson, Indiana, standing 6'5" and weighing 250 pounds. He completed four years of varsity play at North Judson-San Pierre High School under head coach Brett Lambert, where the Bluejays compiled a 43-11 record during his tenure. Sanchez earned all-conference honors as a junior and helped lead his team to an IHSAA 1A state championship appearance that same year, along with semifinal finishes as a freshman and sophomore. He now plays for Ball State as a true freshman.