2024 Running Backs to Watch in 2023

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The state of Texas is well known for producing extremely talented running backs. Many of the running backs in this article you may already be familiar with going into the season. Meanwhile, all the running backs discussed in this article are expected to have big seasons in 2023. Here are the prospects to keep an eye on this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='413048' first='Taylor' last='Tatum']-Running Back-Longview-5'11” 195-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In 2022, [player_tooltip player_id='413048' first='Taylor' last='Tatum'] had an explosive season. Tatum rushed for 1,889 yards and 33 touchdowns on the ground. He has displayed the ability to just get better as the game progresses. Tatum has explosive speed, and he has no problem breaking a tackle and getting into the second level.  He is an instinctive running back and knows when to cut the run to the outside. Tatum has the potential to have another strong season in 2023. He is a running back to watch out for on Saturdays in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15262584/636adcb64210b6012ca608b5">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15262584/636adcb64210b6012ca608b5</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='408032' first='Caden' last='Durham']-Running Back-Duncanville-5'10” 185-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Duncanville running back is another back that has incredible speed. Durham is dangerous between the tackles or cutting it down the sideline. Durham does a great job of exploding through the rushing lane and getting into the second level quickly. He is a running back that does a good job of catching the ball out of the backfield. Durham has the potential to have a big season for Duncanville this upcoming season. He is a prospect that will see snaps on Saturdays in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/12065994/63b854ab02b12505440056ed">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/12065994/63b854ab02b12505440056ed</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='148282' first='Gauge' last='Jordan']-Running Back-Joaquin-5'9” 200-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='148282' first='Gauge' last='Jordan'] is a powerful running back that will not be brough down on initial contact. Jordan forces opposing defenders to wrap him and make the tackle. He is a running back that is a patient runner. Jordan gives his blockers time to set up the rushing lane. Jordan looks to punish opposing tacklers as he runs. The Joaquin running back has the potential to have a big season this season and is a player to watch out for.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14917688/63613bba1600f20808b3ea5f">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14917688/63613bba1600f20808b3ea5f</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='629088' first='Tate' last='Maruska']-Running Back-Stephenville-5'10” 175-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='629088' first='Tate' last='Maruska'] is a versatile weapon that can be used effectively in the run and the passing attacks. Maruska fines the rushing lane quickly and gets through the hole quickly. Last season, he racked up 2,543 all-purpose yards and punched in the ball in the end zone 24 times. He does an excellent job of making people miss. Maruska is dangerous in the open field and will use his speed and elusiveness well. Maruska is a player that I expect to have a big season for Stephenville this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14898365/63a252529a9b700fa01df24e">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14898365/63a252529a9b700fa01df24e</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='148284' first='Jamaal' last='Wiley']-Running Back-Stafford-6'1” 200-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wiley is a running back that does an impressive job of catching the ball out of the backfield. He makes plays in both the run and passing attacks and has no trouble getting into the second level. Wiley fights for more yardage and does a good job of carrying the opposing defender with him. Wiley has the speed to cut the run down the sidelines. Wiley has the potential to have a big season for Stafford this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14866888/61a63d1042061c026800ecc3">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14866888/61a63d1042061c026800ecc3</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->