Check-In on the 2023 Running Back Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As of yesterday, all 9 of the ranked 2023 Running Backs have committed to play football in college! So today, we'll briefly outline each athlete and discuss the road ahead heading into college. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='162655' first='Cole' last='Cabana'] | Dexter | Michigan Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cabana sets apart from the class with his blazing speed. Being the fastest RB in the class, alongside exceptional strength and elusiveness, this is one of the best RBs in the entire nation. Cabana quickly rose to prominence during his Junior season, and now he'll get to live his dream at The University of Michigan.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='186866' first='Nolan' last='Ray'] | Brother Rice | Maryland Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nolan had the injury bug this season, but that doesn't take away from his dominance. He's one of the shiftiest RBs in this class and will get playing time at Maryland. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='30346' first='Darius' last='Taylor'] | Walled Lake Western | Minnesota Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I've heard a few arguments saying Taylor is the #1 Running Back in the state, and I wouldn't argue too much. Speed, athleticism, health, and Minnesota is highly excited to bring him to campus. This is one of P.J. Fleck's top recruits and one I hope to see on TV on Saturdays. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='159621' first='Timmy' last='Kloska'] | West Catholic | Army West Point Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yesterday, Kloska committed to Army! This is the RB that I know the most about, and he's probably the hardest-working athlete I know in this class. Kloska sports incredible power and great speed. I expect him to be more of a power back at Army, and I hope to see him face off in the Army-Navy game! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='243472' first='Kenneth' last='Jones'] | West Bloomfield | GVSU Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jones is the next West Bloomfield RB to commit to an amazing college program. GVSU always has a great run game, and Kenneth will now be competing to get into the rotation. With GV's top back in the transfer portal, there is a chance that Jones gets some early carries. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='409674' first='Mekhi' last='Jenkins'] | Royal Oak | Central Michigan Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jenkins was by far the best prospect in the OAA Gold. On a very poor team, Jenkins was the lone bright spot. I think CMU taking a chance on him is interesting, and I will be following the CMU program to see how a lot of these guys pan out!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='243089' first='Dahmir' last='Farnum'] | Mona Shores | Wayne State Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A super athletic back, Farnum finds home in Detroit. Wayne State just hired esteemed RB coach Tyrone Wheatly as Head Coach, which will surely help their RB room and Farnum. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='30343' first='Xavior' last='Tyus'] | Portage Northern | Wayne State Commit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The X-Man was always one of the most underrated backs in the state. I feel like Xavior could be a gigantic boom for Wayne State! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->