2. Neil Back
Like Jason Robinson, Neil Back’s son has opted against rugby, and has pursued a professional career in football.
Neil Back’s son Fin, is a professional footballer who is currently playing for Carlisle United in the EFL League Two. Fin is signed to Premier League club Nottingham Forest, having progressed into the side through the academy system. The 20-year-old is currently out on loan at Carlisle, and is gaining valuable first team experience in the fourth division of English football.
A versatile footballer, Back is able to play across the midfield and also at right-back.
The British & Irish Lion’s son made his professional debut for Nottingham Forest on 11 August 2021, as he started Forest’s EFL Cup match against Bradford City. Back’s league debut came in the Championship, as Nottingham Forest took on Blackburn Rovers on the 18th August 2021.