Prep Redzone Rankings: 23′ RB Breakdown
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We’ve finished revamping the 23’ rankings totaling 183 ranked players. With that being said, let’s take a look at the Top Running Backs. Kaden Feagin Kaden Feagin 6'2" | 230 lbs | RB Arthur-Lovingston/Atwood-Hammond | 2023 State IL Arthur-Lovingston/Atwood-Hammond Twitter…
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Continue ReadingWe’ve finished revamping the 23’ rankings totaling 183 ranked players. With that being said, let’s take a look at the Top Running Backs.
Kaden Feagin Kaden Feagin 6'2" | 230 lbs | RB Arthur-Lovingston/Atwood-Hammond | 2023 State IL Arthur-Lovingston/Atwood-Hammond Twitter
Rank: 1
Mr. Feagin comes into the rankings at the number 1 spot, he played on Varsity this spring season and he didn’t disappoint. He’s an N/S runner that isn’t afraid to lower his shoulder, plays through contact fighting for extra yards, and bursts past the 2nd level of defenders. Mr. Feagin currently holds two D1 offers from Rutgers University and from the hometown of The University of Illinois. This is only the beginning for this young man as he still has room to develop further and hone his craft. If he isn’t on your radar already, he should be.
Joshua Robinson Joshua Robinson 6'2" | 210 lbs | RB Montini Catholic | 2023 State IL Montini Catholic Twitter
Rank: 2
Mr. Robinson comes into the rankings at the number 2 spot, he played on Varsity this spring season and showed what he can do. He’s an N/S runner that bursts past the 2nd level of defenders, breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving, and plays through contact fighting for extra yards. Mr. Robinson has a good frame standing at 6’2 210 and has made rounds during the summer camp circuit. He’s a name to put on your radar as he develops further and hones his skillset.
Kelly Watson Kelly Watson 5'10" | 180 lbs | RB York | 2023 State IL York Twitter
Rank: 3
Mr. Watson comes into the rankings at the number 3 spot, he showcased his skills on the Sophomore level this past spring and looks forward to bringing his talents to Varsity. He played at his own speed on the JV level where he burst past the 2nd level of defenders, broke arm tackles with ease, and was a force to be reckoned with. That being said, he’s a name to keep an eye on this fall as he gets his snaps on Varsity to see how his game translates from JV to the Varsity level.
Karson King Karson King 5'9" | 165 lbs | RB Kankakee | 2023 State IL Kankakee Twitter
Rank: 4
Mr. King comes into the rankings at the number 4 spot, he got his feet wet on Varsity this spring splitting time with Aveon Pittman Aveon Pittman 5'8" | 185 lbs | RB Kankakee | 2021 IL . He bursts past the 2nd level of defenders, reads his blocks well, and breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving. Mr. King is a smaller back standing at 5’9 165 but don’t let his size shy you away from him as he’s an explosive athlete that is a name to watch this fall.
Royce Harper(christion) Royce Harper(christion) 6'2" | 200 lbs | RB St Teresa | 2023 State IL St Teresa Twitter
Rank: 5
Mr. Harper comes into the rankings at the number 5 spot, he played on Varsity this spring as a Sophomore where he was able to showcase his skillset. He’s an N/S runner that bursts through the line of scrimmage, reads his blocks well, and breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving. Mr. Harper is one to watch for this St Teresa team, he still has room to develop further but the potential is all there.
Mike Barberi Mike Barberi 5'9" | 185 lbs | RB Andrew | 2023 State IL Andrew Twitter
Rank: 6
Mr. Barberi comes into the rankings at the number 6 spot, he played on Varsity this spring as a Sophomore where he showcased what he can do. He’s an N/S runner that plays through contact fighting for extra yards, breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving, and gets upfield after securing the catch. Mr. Barberi stands at 5’9 175 and is a three-sport athlete participating in wrestling as well as track. Keep an eye on this young man as he develops and be on the lookout for college interest to pick up once the fall season concludes.
Brady Piper Brady Piper 5'10" | 190 lbs | RB St Francis | 2023 State IL St Francis Twitter
Rank: 7
Mr. Piper comes into the rankings at the number 7 spot, played a majority of his snaps on the JV level and dominated the competition. He’s an N/S runner that has the vision to see cutback lanes, can catch out of the backfield, and breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving. Mr. Piper stands at 5’10 190 where he uses his size to run through defenders on the JV level and I expect college interest to pick up for this young man after the fall season.
Malik Gray Malik Gray 5'11" | 190 lbs | RB IC Catholic Prep | 2023 State IL IC Catholic Prep Twitter
Rank: 8
Mr. Gray comes into the rankings at the number 8 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he showcased what he can do. He’s an N/S runner that bursts past the 2nd level of defenders, breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving, and is elusive making the first defender miss. Mr. Gray stands at 5’11 200 and has been putting in the work this off-season in the weight room. He’s a name to keep an eye on as he develops further.
Mekhi Glover Mekhi Glover 5'7" | 180 lbs | RB Rockford Boylan | 2023 State IL Rockford Boylan Twitter
Rank: 9
Mr. Glover comes into the rankings at the number 9 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he showed what he can do. He bursts past the 2nd level of defenders, breaks arm tackles by keeping his feet driving, and plays through contact fighting for extra yards. Mr. Glover stands at 5’6 165 and has untapped potential. He’s a name to keep an eye on as he has room to develop further.
Mac Resetich Mac Resetich 6'0" | 195 lbs | RB Hall | 2023 State IL Hall Twitter
Rank: 10
Mr. Resetich comes into the rankings at the number 10 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he didn’t disappoint. He’s an N/S runner that plays through contact by fighting for extra yards, keeps his feet driving breaking arm tackles, and is a hard runner. Mr. Resetich stands at 6’0 195 and continues to hit the weight room hard to get bigger, stronger, faster. He’s a name to keep an eye on as he develops further and taps into his potential.
Josh Lim Josh Lim 5'9" | 190 lbs | RB Marmion Academy | 2023 State IL Marmion Academy Twitter
Rank: 11
Mr. Lim comes into the rankings at the number 11 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he showcased what he can do. He bursts past the 2nd level of defenders, gets upfield after securing the catch, and is elusive making the first defender miss. Mr. Lim stands at 5’9 190 and has made rounds during the spring cam circuit, he’s a name to keep an eye on as he develops further and hones his craft.
These are the young men that are the Top Running Backs in the rankings. They put in the hard work, developed their craft, and showcased what they can do during the spring season as well as at showcases/camps.
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