2022 Sleepers: Running Backs

No stone goes unturned in Mississippi when it comes to running backs. Backs like Chris Carson and Darrell Henderson were the perfect examples of college teams finding gems in the Magnolia State when not a lot of other teams were searching. Today, we will be taking a look at 3 backs who have blow up potential as they approach their senior season. [player_tooltip player_id="104156" first="Carlos" last="Brown"] | Stone | In his junior season, [player_tooltip player_id="104156" first="Carlos" last="Brown"] rushed for over 1300 yards and 14 TDs at Stone High School. Listed at 5’10" 200, Brown has the ideal size for a running back at the next level. When you turn on the film, it is easy to see that Brown has talent. His style of play resembles former Columbus and Mississippi State running back Kylin Hill. Brown is a strong and powerful runner between the tackles. He has the ability to break through contact and keep running, and can also run right over defenders with his truck stick move. If a defender gets a hand on him, they better wrap up otherwise they are gonna go on a wild ride. Brown also has great field vision and sees open grass well. Once he hits the hole, he is gone. Southern Mississippi was the first to offer, but surely won’t be the last. <a href="http://iframe%20src=’//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13473541/60196cd60dbfba0ad8e261f4’%20width=’640’%20height=’360’%20frameborder=’0’%20allowfullscreen/iframe"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13473541/60196cd60dbfba0ad8e261f4" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></a> [player_tooltip player_id="104159" first="Joe" last="Moss"] | Grenada | Last year, [player_tooltip player_id="104159" first="Joe" last="Moss"] rushed for over 800 yards and 8 TDs. At 5’11" 195, Moss is another well built prospect at running back. What stands out most about Moss is his ability to put his foot in the ground and go. Moss has good vision as a ball carrier and knows how to make the most out of bad situations. It also helps that he has a nasty stiff arm to get away from defenders. A versatile player, Moss catches smoothly out of the backfield and is a true receiving threat in the screen and play-action game. He also has good speed and burst, allowing him to have some big plays when in the open field. His athleticism and strength is incredibly impressive overall. This past month, Moss won his weight class in powerlifting as well. With his skillset as an all purpose back, [player_tooltip player_id="104159" first="Joe" last="Moss"] is set up to have a big time senior campaign. He currently lists an offer from Coahoma. <a href="http://iframe%20src=’//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/11903698/5fbc94acd45e9c09b448270f’%20width=’640’%20height=’360’%20frameborder=’0’%20allowfullscreen/iframe"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/11903698/5fbc94acd45e9c09b448270f" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></a> [player_tooltip player_id="113273" first="Johnnie" last="Daniels"] | Crystal Springs | [player_tooltip player_id="113273" first="Johnnie" last="Daniels"] makes the game of football look easy. While he may not be massive in stature, he plays big and does everything on the field. As a rusher, Daniels has borderline elite vision and foot quickness. He has a knack for being able to tell where defenders will before they even make their move. In the open field, he uses his shiftiness to juke and make defenders miss in space. He has the speed to take off when he gets to the edge or the open hole, and can out run entire defenses to score touchdowns. As a receiver both in the slot and out of the backfield, Daniels runs smooth routes and has soft hands. He can go up and high point the ball over defensive backs. Using his quickness to his benefit again, he is deadly after the catch. To top it off, Daniels returns punts and kick offs. This guy is a walking highlight reel on the field. He currently lists offers from Alcorn State and Memphis, but has potential to blow up with progress in his physical development. <a href="http://iframe%20src=’//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/11695134/5fca628e64ea1908b4f02962’%20width=’640’%20height=’360’%20frameborder=’0’%20allowfullscreen/iframe"><iframe src="//www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/11695134/5fca628e64ea1908b4f02962" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></a>