Eight RBs to Add to the Top of the Watchlist
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With camp season coming up, getting a jump on the next prospects is the goal of recruiting. This article will look at eight running backs who should be at the top of the list for prospects to watch at camps…
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Continue ReadingWith camp season coming up, getting a jump on the next prospects is the goal of recruiting.
This article will look at eight running backs who should be at the top of the list for prospects to watch at camps as they prepare for next fall.
Campbell is an obvious collegiate-caliber running back. He has excellent vision, explosive acceleration, shifty cuts, breakaway speed, and great power. His physical running style makes him a tough runner to bring down. His strength, athleticism, and low pad level make him a difficult runner to wrap up one-on-one. Campbell is an every-down running back who makes a 1,000-yard rushing season look easy, making him a must-add to every recruiting board in the area.
Basinger is an extremely talented running back who built a reputation as a top talent in his class. He is a powerful runner who does an excellent job of running between the tackles with low pad height. He is the type of runner who hits holes with dominating power and explosive cuts before hitting an extra gear when in space. Basinger has consistently been one of the top prospects in the state, making him a player to invest in immediately.
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Lawrence is another well-rounded running back who had an outstanding junior season as a rusher and a receiver. His ability to read the field and create cutback lanes is outstanding, and his speed is next-level. He is the ideal candidate for a program in need of a change of pace back to contribute early. Lawrence is a player who made his way onto the radar early in his career, making him one to scout immediately.
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Riehle is a sleeper with outstanding athleticism. He is an explosive runner who can find the slightest crease between the tackles and lower his shoulder to run through defenders. His athleticism gives him the versatility needed to be a viable option in the passing game. He is a solid route-runner with reliable hands who is extremely dangerous in space, making him a dangerous weapon in all phases of the game. Riehle is a talented player on the verge of being a big-time prospect.
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Baker is an under-the-radar player who is a difference-maker on both sides of the ball. He is a downhill runner who powers through contact, forcing defenders to gang-tackle him in order to bring him down. He has good athleticism, instinct, and vision as a ball carrier and initiates contact on offense and defense. Baker is an underrated player with legitimate potential to be a breakout recruit next fall.
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Nolan Sehgal
Nolan Sehgal
Sehgal is another recent radar pop-up with serious potential. He is a shifty runner with elusive skills and good speed. He has impressive instincts when finding cutback lanes as a ball carrier and breaking on passes as a safety. His ability to turn a blown play into big gains adds immense value to his stock. Sehgal is a two-way standout with the makings of a sleeper, placing him in the must-watch category.
Symalla is a special running back with a versatile skillset that makes him a legitimate difference-maker. His running style consists of a scatback’s athleticism with the power of a downhill runner. His explosive speed and bruiser abilities when running between the tackles make him a spectacle to watch. Symalla will enter his junior season with high expectations, making him a prospect to invest in early.
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Frasier is another young running back who had a breakout sophomore season that should land him high on prospect lists. His vision and instincts mix perfectly with his shifty cuts and explosive acceleration. He can exploit the slightest creases between the tackles or get outside and break loose down the sideline. Frasier is a talented running back with a very bright future, making him a player to know.