2023 Prep RedZone Arkansas Running Back Gems
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We have recently updated the 2023 Arkansas rankings at Prep RedZone. The 2023 class of running backs is shaping out to be an extremely talented one for the state of Arkansas. Today we are going to take a look at…
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Continue ReadingWe have recently updated the 2023 Arkansas rankings at Prep RedZone. The 2023 class of running backs is shaping out to be an extremely talented one for the state of Arkansas. Today we are going to take a look at some of the running backs that have the potential to have a big 2021 football season. The state of Arkansas continues to produce talented running backs, so it should come as no surprise the 2023 class has a talented group rising through the ranks.
Darien Bennett Darien Bennett 5'11" | 195 lbs | RB Little Rock Parkview | 2023 State AR -Jacksonville
Bennett is a running back that does an excellent job of mixing his speed with a willingness to run opposing defensive players over. The Jacksonville Titan has already received an offer from the University of Arkansas. Bennett is a decisive runner and what sticks out about him is that he is a physical runner. Bennett earned the number two overall player in the state of Arkansas in our recent updates, and he is a player that has the potential to have a big 2021 season. Scouts will want to take a long look at the Jacksonville running back this season.
Hudson Brewer Hudson Brewer 6'2" | 195 lbs | RB Har-Ber | 2023 OK -Springdale Har-Ber
Brewer is a running back that gives the Wildcats a player that can take it the distance from anywhere on the field. He mixes his power and speed and is able to break tackles using either one of those traits. The Har-Ber coaching staff does a good job of getting Brewer involved in the passing game. Brewer rushed for over 1,500 yards last season and has the potential to have an impressive season in 2021. Brewer’s versatility makes him a great prospect for scouts to examine and he will be a name fans should get used to hearing in the 7-A West.
Eli Masingale Eli Masingale 5'11" | 195 lbs | RB Ozark | 2023 State AR -Ozark
Masingale has flown under the radar. However, after rushing for over 1.000 yards for Ozark last season, the running back has an excellent opportunity to be thrust into the spotlight this season. Masingale is a quick running back that has no problem running aggressively. He has the patience to allow his teammates to set up blocks. The bottom line about Masingale is that when it comes time to put the ball in the end zone, he can find it. He has the potential to have an excellent season for Ozark and they have a talented team that should be fun to watch this coming season.
Christopher Young Christopher Young 5'8" | 175 lbs | RB Newport | 2023 State AR -Newport
The Newport Greyhounds have talented lineup and Christopher Young Christopher Young 5'8" | 175 lbs | RB Newport | 2023 State AR is an impressive piece of that lineup. Young plays both the linebacker and running back positions with equal effectiveness. He is a powerful runner that will not be brought down initial contact. Young has a nose for the end zone, and he does not seem to mind carrying defenders into the end zone with him. Young should see some carries this season and I would expect him to work some on the defensive side of the ball as well. He is extremely versatile, and the scouts will love that kind of versatility.
Javon Williamson Javon Williamson 6'1" | 185 lbs | RB Greenwood | 2023 State AR -Greenwood
The Greenwood Bulldogs have talented skill position players returning for the 2021 season. Typing that sentence has become business as usual for the folks that cover the Bulldogs. Javon Williamson Javon Williamson 6'1" | 185 lbs | RB Greenwood | 2023 State AR has impressive speed. An area of his game that is going to give opposing defensive players headaches is how good a receiver Williamson is out of the backfield. The Greenwood coaching staff has no problem lining Williamson up at the receiver position and just allowing him to use his receiving ability and open field moves. Williamson is a player that has the potential to be special for Greenwood in 2021.