5 Class of 2023 RB To Watch

As the Class of 2022 is certainly in the spotlight – with college coaches collecting practice and scrimmage video from a spring that they cannot be a major part of – the rising junior class (2023) is taking full advantage of the opportunity to jump into the spotlight. With our recent list of the top 463 Class of 2023 prospects, you can see many are trying to prove that they belong in the elite group – while others are out show that they deserve to be mentioned. Because we have the opportunity to actually watch and see the prospects that we evaluate, and not rely only a film that millions can watch. What these fan websites do is cheapen the recruiting process – playing follow the leader and copy and paste rather than go and judge for themselves. As we continue to bring you more prospects from this class, today it's all about running backs. Here are 5 to keep an eye on: <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="128063" first="Jaden" last="Booker"], RB, 5-11, 215, Naples Palmetto Ridge. </strong>During a season in which this program did some special things, you had a runner like this who showcased speed, power, instincts and a running style that colleges across the country are watching. Just a football prospect who just scratched the surface – and you can almost guarantee will one of the best in this class for the 2021 season. Lot of fun to watch. <strong>TAPE: </strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/13157979/Jaden-Booker">https://www.hudl.com/profile/13157979/Jaden-Booker</a> <strong>Sedrick Irvin Jr., RB, 5-10, 180, Miami Gulliver Prep. </strong>Following in the rather large footsteps of his father, who not only got it done in high school and college, but also at the professional level. What the son brings to the table is a quality student/athlete, who is fast, elusive and certainly gifted. He is also an exceptional student in the classroom. <strong>TAPE: </strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/13049180/Sedrick-Irvin">https://www.hudl.com/profile/13049180/Sedrick-Irvin</a> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="128052" first="Javin" last="Simpkins"], RB, 5-7, 170, Miami Norland. </strong>When talking about size, here is a standout that defies the measurement-style of recruiting. Watch him perform and you automatically can see why Georgia Tech was in there early on one of Florida's best and most versatile backs. He truly lifts this program up – in so many ways. <strong>TAPE: </strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/12933138/Javin-Simpkins">https://www.hudl.com/profile/12933138/Javin-Simpkins</a> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="128420" first="Rory" last="Thomas"], 6-1, 200, Sanford Seminole. </strong>As we head toward the 2021 season, here is a back you want to keep an eye on. Big, athletic and instinctive – he was a huge part of the 2020 State championship at the 8A level. Will be counted on to help add balance to an already gifted and potent unit. He is tough to stop in short yardage situations. <strong>TAPE:</strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/13230377/Rory-Thomas"> https://www.hudl.com/profile/13230377/Rory-Thomas</a> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="128424" first="Kayleb" last="Wagner"], 6-1, 205, Bake</strong><strong>r. </strong>As many may have missed the State 1A finals last December, you didn't see a number of tremendous football prospects the Gators trotted out against Hawthorne. One was this impressive and talented football player, who had the chance to showcase his many skills. He is going to be special for years to come. Keep your eye on the Panhandle is 2021. <strong>TAPE: </strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/9874293/Kayleb-Wagner">https://www.hudl.com/profile/9874293/Kayleb-Wagner</a> <strong>COMPLETE CLASS OF 2023 LIST</strong>. <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2021/04/updated-2023-florida-rankings/">https://prepredzone.com/2021/04/updated-2023-florida-rankings/</a> <strong><em>You Can Contact [player_tooltip player_id="111610" first="Larry" last="Blustein"] with prospect or team information at: Floridakids1@aol.com. We are also on Social Media on @PrepRedzonefl.</em></strong>