Arkansas Class of 2023 Running Backs to Watch Out for Part Two
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As we discussed in part one, the running backs class for the 2023 recruiting class is a deep one. Plenty of division one talent is available in this recruiting class, that has the potential to be the deepest Arkansas has…
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Continue ReadingAs we discussed in part one, the running backs class for the 2023 recruiting class is a deep one. Plenty of division one talent is available in this recruiting class, that has the potential to be the deepest Arkansas has seen in a few years. We are going to examine a few more of the running backs that are going to make some noisy in the 2023 class.
Garrion Curry Garrion Curry 5'9" | 180 lbs | RB Magnolia | 2023 State AR -Magnolia
Curry is one of those running backs that can create a big play all over the field. Curry is an explosive running with excellent speed. Curry does a great job of allowing his blockers to clear the rushing lane and choosing the best hole. An impressive feature of Curry’s game is his receiving ability to go along with his rushing talent. The versatility that Curry presents is a nightmare for opposing coaches to scheme against. Curry can line up at running back, wide receiver, and as a kick returner.
Josh Ficklin Josh Ficklin 5'10" | 195 lbs | RB Bentonville | 2023 State AR -Bentonville
The Bentonville Tigers are a talented team all over the field. Running back Josh Ficklin Josh Ficklin 5'10" | 195 lbs | RB Bentonville | 2023 State AR is a running back for the Tigers that has the potential to create an explosive play from anywhere on the field. Ficklin has excellent vision and he has the patience to allow the rushing lane to develop before exploding through the hole. Ficklin is seldom brought down on an initial contact and does an impressive job of keeping his balance after the initial hit. Fickilin is going to be a running back to watch over the next few seasons, he has the potential to be playing on Saturdays very soon.
Kendrick Martin Kendrick Martin 6'1" | 195 lbs | RB Lake Hamilton | 2023 State AR -Lake Hamilton
The Lake Hamilton Wolves are becoming well known for the rushing attack that led them to a state championship game appearance. Kendrick Martin Kendrick Martin 6'1" | 195 lbs | RB Lake Hamilton | 2023 State AR is a powerful runner that is rarely brought down on initial contact. Martin is a patient runner, but he is decisive, when he picks the rushing lane, he explodes through it. He has shown that he has talent as a receiver as well and he can make plays once he hauls the ball in. The Wolves are going to be a dangerous team to contend with this season and I look forward to seeing what Martin does on the ground this season.
Cedric Hawkins Cedric Hawkins 5'9" | 175 lbs | RB Stuttgart | 2023 State AR -Stuttgart
Stuttgart is another team in the state of Arkansas that has a talented roster coming back for the 2021 season. Hawkins is a quick running back that has good vision. Hawkins has the speed to turn a short gain into an explosive one. He is a patient enough runner to allow his blockers to create a rushing lane. Hawkins is a running back that has a great deal of potential and he will get a chance to show it with Stuttgart.
Jaylen Mckenzie Jaylen Mckenzie 5'9" | 165 lbs | RB Maumelle | 2023 State AR -Maumelle
Mckenzie is a decisive running back that allows the rushing lane to develop and he attacks it. Mckenzie will not be brought down on initial contact and it takes multiple defenders to bring him down. He has the speed to cut to the outside and force the defenders to adjust to how he is running. Maumelle has the potential to be a dangerous team with Mckenzie getting carries and lining up for Maumelle. Scouts should keep an eye on Mckenzie he has the potential to be an explosive running back over the next few years.