Best Remaining Unsigned 2024 RBs
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As the high school football season comes to a close, the senior class of 2024 QB prospects is gearing up to make one of the most important decisions of their lives. With playoff games in full swing, these talented young…
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Continue ReadingAs the high school football season comes to a close, the senior class of 2024 QB prospects is gearing up to make one of the most important decisions of their lives. With playoff games in full swing, these talented young athletes are not only focused on winning but also on choosing a college program that aligns with their goals and aspirations. As they weigh their options, these seniors will be looking for a program that offers the perfect balance of academics and athletics, a supportive coaching staff, and a team culture that fosters growth and development. As the evaluation process continues, several promising prospects remain available for consideration. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top running back prospects that college coaches should keep an eye on.
Rashad Orr | RB | 2024 | Lake Wales | @RashadOrr4
2023 stats: 172 rushes – 1448 rushing yards – 11 TD
Analysis: One of the top running back prospects in Polk put on another show to help Lake Wales go undefeated during the season. Delayed but not denied. That’s the motto 2024 running back Rashad Orr has used as motivation to rack up nearly another 1,000-yard rushing season through week eight. He’s developed into one of the top prospects in the Polk County area but the senior still moves with a chip on his shoulder.
Dj Duvalt | RB | 2024 | Mulberry | @ohthatsdj4
2023 stats: 144 rushes – 1624 rushing yards – 20 TD
Analysis: This kid will be a production piece for whoever gets his talent on the recruiting trail. He’s recorded 20+ touchdowns this season while being the engine of the LCS offense. Just check the film, good speed, vision, and balance to get it done in the rushing game at the next level.
JT Bronaugh | RB | 2024 | Foundation Academy | @BronaughJt
2023 stats: 98 rushes – 1629 rushing yards – 19 TD
Analysis: Bronaugh is an underrated running back prospect who has been a workhorse on the ground for the Lions offense.
Fentrell Graham | RB | 2024 | Lake Gibson | @FentrellG
2023 stats: 170 rushes – 1117 rushing yards – 13 TD
Analysis: Graham has proven to be in the top 5 running back prospects in the Polk County area. Graham had the difficult task replacing the production of former Mr. Football, Jaylon Glover. He’s held his own, finishing his senior season with over 1,000 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. The 5’11, 187-pound running back can rush between the tackles and use his speed to bounce it outside. Graham holds an offer from FAU.
Romelo Ware | RB | 2024 | Olympia | @MeloWare11
2023 stats: 147 rushes – 1305 rushing yards – 17 TD
Analysis: College coaches looking for track speed in the backfield have to tap into Melo Ware out of Olympia High. This kid is a speed demon and home run threat in the open field. Really explosive back with good upside and time to add weight to his frame.
Carson Beach Carson Beach 5'10" | 180 lbs | RB Cardinal Mooney | 2024 FL | RB | 2024 | Cardinal Mooney | @carsonbeach22
2023 stats: 140 rushes – 1039 rushing yards – 16 TD
Analysis: Life’s a beach for offensive coordinators when they have a beast in the backfield like Carson Beach Carson Beach 5'10" | 180 lbs | RB Cardinal Mooney | 2024 FL . This kid has been a production piece for Sarasota Cardinal Mooney as they earned the District 6-1S championship. The 5-10, 180-pound senior is a touchdown machine that has flashed good agility and toughness to finish positive runs. Beach has decent speed and a solid frame college coaches can work with at the next level. Tap In!
D’marius Rucker | RB | Class of 2024 | @Dee3_Rucker
Analysis: Rucker showed off his slick running abilities today and also caught the ball out of the backfield. The versatile athlete even took some snaps in the shotgun where he exploded through gaps during design run plays. I expect Rucker to produce similar or greater numbers this season but will be tough with the amount of talent the Dreadnaughts have at the position.
Hudl: D’Marius Rucker – Hudl
Devonte Lyons Devonte Lyons 5'10" | 185 lbs | RB St. Augustine | 2024 FL | RB | 2024 | SAHS | @DLyons1024
2023 stats: 168 rushes – 1192 rushing yards – 22 TD
Analysis: Really impressed with Lyons and his ability to rack up production this senior season. He’s developed into one of the top RB prospects in the North Florida area and recorded more than 20 TDs for St. Augustine.
Alfred Smothers | RB | Class of 2024 | Winter Haven | @underated_3k
2022 stats: 170 carries | 1201 rushing yards | 11 TD
Smothers is likely the most slept-on prospect in the Polk area who continues to be productive each week for the Blue Devils. He’s a workhorse in the backfield with good leadership energy and upside to be successful at the next level.
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Kevin Watson | RB | 2024 | Oviedo | @Kevin351136041
2023 stats: 148 rushes – 1,152 rushing yards – 12 receptions – 225 receiving yards – 8 TD
Isaiah Nell | RB | 2024 | Windermere | @Isaiah_Nell4
2023 stats: 62 rushes – 814 rushing yards – 11 TD
Logan Shawell | RB | 2024 | Hudson | @LoganShawell3
2023 stats: 150 rushes – 1052 rushing yards – 19 TD | 15 receptions – 152 yards – 1 TD
*Consecutive 1,000 rushing seasonsHUDL: https://x.com/loganshawell3/status/1727824717833290074?s=46&t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ