2023 Arkansas Running Backs to Watch Out for Part One
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The state of Arkansas has never had a problem producing quality running backs. The 2023 class of running backs can be special. With eight running backs having already landed on the 2023 rankings that we have amassed thus far; we…
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Continue ReadingThe state of Arkansas has never had a problem producing quality running backs. The 2023 class of running backs can be special. With eight running backs having already landed on the 2023 rankings that we have amassed thus far; we are going to briefly look at each player.
Darien Bennett Darien Bennett 5'11" | 195 lbs | RB Little Rock Parkview | 2023 State AR -Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Titans have a strong football tradition, and that tradition is not in any danger. Bennett displays good patience in allowing the hole to develop. From a rushing perspective he will not go down with initial contact. Tackling Bennett usually requires two or three other defensive players to make sure he goes down. He has impressive speed and when he is in the open field the chances of bringing him down are slim. Bennett already has earned an offer from the University of Arkansas and he will earn more division one offers as the year progresses.
Hudson Brewer Hudson Brewer 6'2" | 195 lbs | RB Har-Ber | 2023 OK -Springdale Har-Ber
One running back that is set to have an enormous 2021 season is Har-Ber running back Hudson Brewer Hudson Brewer 6'2" | 195 lbs | RB Har-Ber | 2023 OK . Last season, the Wildcats based the rushing attack around the talents of Brewer and were not disappointed. Brewer rushed for 1,579 yards and 16 touchdowns. Brewer is a patient runner; he allows the blockers to clear a path before choosing his rushing lane. He is a three down running back in the right system. Brewer can be split out wide and used effectively in the passing game. Brewer is going to be a player that college coaches and scouts get familiar with this season. His play just does all of the talking for him and he is going to light it up for the Wildcats over the next two seasons.
Willie Eackles Willie Eackles 5'11" | 175 lbs | RB Little Rock Parkview | 2023 State AR -Little Rock Parkview
Eackles is an explosive running back. The young man sees the hole that the offensive line creates and explodes through it. College coaches are going to love the versatility that Eackles will give them. The young man can line up at the running back position, but he is also not afraid to return punts and kicks. He has excellent burst and can turn up to a second gear. Eackles has received a scholarship offer from Memphis and other major colleges are going to come call over the course of the next few months.
All three running backs we examined today are going to earn division one offers and have big seasons next season. All three running backs will compete for all-state honors over the next two seasons and the 2023 class has the potential to be the deepest running back class that the state of Arkansas has seen in some time!