Cartavious "Tank" Bigsby (born August 30, 2001) is an American football running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Auburn.
Early years
Bigsby attended Callaway High School in Hogansville, Georgia. As a senior he rushed for 1,636 yards with 27 touchdowns and as a junior had 2,221 yards and 22 touchdowns. He committed to Auburn University to play college football. He was ranked as the 7th overall recruit in the state of Georgia by 247 Sports, and was ranked as the nation’s top running back by Rivals.
College career
Bigsby took over as Auburn's starting running back his freshman year in 2020. He had his first 100-yard game against Georgia, rushing for 146 yards on 20 carries. Bigsby finished the season averaging 6.0 yards per carry for a total of 834 yards and was voted the SEC Newcomer/Freshman of the Year. In 2021, Bigsby improved upon his strong freshman season and would rush for 1,099 yards and ten touchdowns. In the 2022 season, he had 179 carries for 970 rushing yards and ten rushing touchdowns.
Professional career
Bigsby was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the third round, 88th overall, of the 2023 NFL Draft.