WV Top 50: 2023 Running Backs

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The updated West Virginia 2023 Top 50 rankings have been out for a little bit, and it showcases the depth of talent in the class from top to bottom.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The running backs that are highlighted in this group have the combination of speed and awareness to find open running lanes which allow them to make huge plays throughout the duration of a game. They also posse the ability to catch the ball out of the backfield as well and be a multipurpose threat for their respective offenses. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lets take a look at the running back group from the 2023 West Virgina Top 50!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='370934' first='Xavion' last='Kendall'] 5-11 200lbs Martinsburg High School: Ranked 15th Overall</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The first thing that jumps off the film is his awareness to find the open running lane and the acceleration he hits the hole with the ball in his hands. He shows the ability to be an effective pass catcher out of the backfield, has natural ball skills to see the ball all the way through to make the secure catch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='380423' first='Germaine' last='Lewis'] 5-11 180lbs Fairmont Senior High School: Ranked 20th Overall</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An explosive running back that has the ability to make people miss in the open field by showing off his footwork on his cuts. He has the acceleration to pull away from defenders and the speed to get to the sideline and stretch out on outside running plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='370774' first='Josh' last='Roush'] 5-11 165lbs St. Mary's High School: Ranked 35th Overall</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Has shown the durability and the talent to rack up 1,692 rushing yards and displays the toughness to run through defenders to gain the extra yard off of contact. He is quick and concise with his decision making when hitting the hole and finding an open running lane to make key big plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='370828' first='Kaleb' last='Clark'] 5-10 180lbs Nicholas County High School: Ranked 38th Overall</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The dynamic running back racked up 1,581 rushing yards to go along with 26 total touchdowns to have a huge season offensively. He has the awareness to be a patient runner and allow the blocks to set up in front of him and find the open hole with ease. He shows confidence in being an effective route runner as well to make the tough contested catches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='370786' first='Evan' last='Tewell'] 5-11 195lbs Jefferson High School: Ranked 42nd Overall</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An elusive running back that has the vision and balance to make the correct cut at the right time to extend running plays. He has big play ability when he has the ball in his hands, has that home run threat speed to make explosive plays on the regular.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->