6A Region II Senior Running Backs Under The Radar
The senior running backs listed are the ones who have had great years statically, and who have shown much promise on the field in the 6A Region II division. It has been a tough year, but these players have found…
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Continue ReadingThe senior running backs listed are the ones who have had great years statically, and who have shown much promise on the field in the 6A Region II division. It has been a tough year, but these players have found a way to adjust and still perform on the field. They have all given their best for their teams and schools and I wanted to make sure they get recognized for such remarkable seasons. I believe that all of these players have a future in football and any program who is willing to take the chance will not be disappointed.
Jonathan Lewis, Klein Collins – Lewis shows great skill at the running back position. Great balance and ability to make defenders miss, and great acceleration through the holes. He has the vision to see where the running lanes are and does not second guess his decisions. Thanks to a good o-line, Lewis’s anticipation for lanes usually work out in his favor. His ability to fight for extra yards and to break out of tackles caught my eye. There were moments where you would think the play was over, and there Lewis was, running for 20 more yards. Lewis shows the capability to break one every time he touches the ball. On the season he has rushed for 1,301 yards and 15 rushing touchdowns through 8 games. He has rushed for over 100 yards in every game and is averaging 162.6 rushing yards per game. Just an exciting player to watch and I believe the future is bright for him. He is a back who can make the running back better, no matter what program he chooses. Lewis will only get better and that will help improve everything around him.
Devin Brown, Shoemaker – Brown is a two way player for Shoemaker. He plays some outside linebacker as well as running back. At the running back position, Brown has potential. He is a straight forward running, meaning he rarely uses wasted motions. Not much of an east and west runner, but has shown the speed to outrun defenders trying to contain. When given the space on the outsides, it is difficult for defenders to keep up with him. More of a north and south runner, Brown does an excellent job of locating lanes and running through them. Does a great job of following blocks and with ball in his hands, Brown has shown the ability to run through weak tacklers. He finishes off runs very strong and has a nose for the endzone. Great open field speed which he shows in his long runs. Brown through 10 games has rushed for 1,108 with 14 rushing touchdowns. He averages 123.1 yards a game on the ground. A very good talent who can add depth to a program. Has the ability and talent to compete wherever, just needs that opportunity.
Maurice Reed, Belton – Reed is a patient back. A good talent who allows his blocks to develop and shows very good acceleration through the open lanes. Reed has good footwork which he shows when the initial hole is not present. Feet are constantly moving and he seems to glide in tight spaces. Good vision and balance as well. Reed looks comfortable catching the ball out of the backfield and provides meaningful yards after catch. Reed was somewhat of a work horse for his team. He averaged 26 rushing attempts through 8 games and managed to run over 100 yards in all but one. On the season, Reed totaled 1,090 rushing yards along with 9 rushing touchdowns, averaging 136.3 rushing yards per game. Reed also caught a total of 22 receptions for 251 yards, showing off his hands.
Damashja Harris, Ellison – Harris is a very special talent. He possesses not only a good size and frame for the position, but he also has the speed and agility to go along with it. Harris has the ability to change directions so quick, that defenses cannot react fast enough. He is capable of turning well defended plays into 30 yard momentum shifting gains, just by bouncing a run to the outside. His speed is a beauty to watch and seeing Harris switch gears is magnificent. In the open field you can kiss him good-bye! He is not being caught. Harris shows physicality in his runs as well. Can dip his shoulder and initiate contact with the defense, letting them feel his presence. Harris also happens to be an exceptional return man. He can put his team in great positions on every return. Harris is simply a playmaker on the field, and every time he touches the ball, good things are to follow. On the year, Harris has run for 989 yards with 8 touchdowns, averaging 109 yards per game. I believe that Lamar University happened to find a good one. Harris’s skill and talent are just a sight to see and I cannot wait to follow his achievements in the future.