STOCK RISERS: 2026 Running Backs Taking Off
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Continue ReadingWhich 2026 running backs are off to start starts to their sophomore season?
Could any play at the D1 level?
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Devon Caldwell Devon Caldwell 5'9" | 160 lbs | RB Hebron Christian | 2026 State GA – Hebron Christian Academy
A Gwinnett County back who has really taken off so far this year, Caldwell is a quick back with burst and the ability to score on any particular carry. The 5-foot-8 170-pounder has rushed for an eye-opening 519 yards through his first three games of the season, which leads all backs in the 2026 class. In week one, Caldwell rushed for 104 yards and three touchdowns in a 7-14 win over Chestatee. Against Villa Rica in week two, he rushed for 212 yards and one touchdown, leading Hebron Christian to another win. Then in week three, Caldwell took off for 203 yards and two more scores. He’ a big-time back and lighting up the stat sheet right now.
Camden Cox – River Ridge
An impressive back and one of the better ones in Cherokee County, Cox is starting his sophomore season off in a big way, rushing for 397 yards through his first three games with two touchdowns. A tough back to tackle, Cox also has plenty of speed and has the ability to take off for big yards down the field. He’s faster than he looks, and he ran wild on Pope in week two for 233 yards and a touchdown. He also ran for 76 yards in week one and 88 yards in week three. He’s consistent and has the ability to put the offense on his back. He’s averaging an outstanding 7.4 yards per carry and has helped lead River Ridge to a solid 2-1 record. He’s certainly a 2026 running back on the rise.
A shifty back who can get upfield in a hurry, Farmer is a key player on a loaded Carrollton Trojan offense. He’s off to a great start to the season, running through a talented Rome Wolves defense for just under 200 yards this past weekend, leading the Trojans to victory. With their starting running back sidelined, look for Carrollton to keep using Farmer more and more throughout the season. He ran for 77 yards and three touchdowns against a standout Langston Hughes defense and then rushed for 96 yards and three more touchdowns against South Paulding. He’s showing why he’s not only one of the best backs in West Georgia, but across the state in the 2026 offer. It might be just a matter of time before some eye-opening offers come his way.