Winter Showcase Top Performers (Running Backs)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After the Prep Redzone Tennessee Winter Showcase at the Siegel Soccer Complex in Murfreesboro, it's time to begin highlighting some of the top prospects in each position. Without any further ado, here's my list of the top running backs that established themselves as rising playmakers in their position while also raising their stock over the offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/01/winter-showcase-top-performers-quarterbacks/">Winter Showcase Top Performers (Quarterbacks)</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1137819"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"In the top spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='1137819' first='Torian' last='Riggins'], a running back at Bearden High School. What stands out about Riggins is his quick execution and explosiveness in the pocket, using bursts of speed to slip past openings and push the offense into the backfield. Riggins also stands out with his durable edge, proving he can stay on his feet under pressure. With great speed and physicality on the ground, it's no surprise that Riggins walked away from Murfreesboro as the running back MVP.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a2de826b0cd"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["900800"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Another playmaker to establish himself at the Winter Showcase was [player_tooltip player_id='900800' first='Jhabari' last='Ellis'], a running back at Arlington High School. Ellis caught my attention with his electric speed and ability to stun the opposition with his physicality on the run. Another aspect of Ellis that impresses is his ability to utilize the edge to blast past the defense into the endzone. I also like Ellis due to his footwork and ability to create seperation, proving he can maneuver the defense once he reaches the backfield.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a586822d10a"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["361227"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Claiming the number three spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='361227' first='Price' last='Davis'], a running back at Maryville High School. Davis impresses me with his awareness and composure in the pocket, using his legs to quickly break free of defensive pressure and barrel into the open field. Davis also showcased his ability to consistently capitalize on space from along the edge, using his size and bursts of speed to shake tackles, outrun the entire defense and take it all the way to the house for the score.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a586822d15a"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1142032"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Also making a name for himself in Murfreesboro was [player_tooltip player_id='1142032' first='Rico' last='Ward'], a running back at MASE High School. Ward stands out with his overwhelming speed and strength off the snap, proving he can spin around defenders and easily shake tackles to quickly force his way into the open field. I also like Ward's ability to combat the defense with his arms, pushing the defense off of him as he marches into enemy territory.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a586822d1a2"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["834600"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Making the number five spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='834600' first='Kelan' last='Anderson'], a running back at Westlake High School. In addition to taking it all the way to the house from the opposite end of the field, Anderson impresses me with his ability to stay on his feet in crucial moments, using his electric speed to stun defenders and break tackles in the pocket. Anderson also stands out with his ability to be versatile at the goal line, diving into the endzone despite being wrapped up by the defense.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a586822d20a"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["492601"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"I am additionally impressed with [player_tooltip player_id='492601' first='Caden' last='Stroud'], a running back at Davidson Academy. What I like about Stroud's playstyle is his ability to take advantage of weak spots in the pocket, utilizing his breakaway speed to blast into the backfield and become untouchable en route to the endzone. I also like Stroud's strong footwork and ability to juke out the defense in the pocket to expose openings and push the offense closer to the redzone.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a586822d258"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1133241"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Also establishing himself at the Winter Showcase was [player_tooltip player_id='1133241' first='Hunter' last='Uland'], a running back at Cornersville High School. In addition to excellent size and speed off the snap, what stands out the most about Uland is his versatile edge and ability to maneuver the defense both inside the pocket and from along the edge. I also like how Uland uses his size to his advantage, proving he can blast the opposition to the ground as he marches into the backfield.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a586822d2a0"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["815325"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Another playmaker that impressed was [player_tooltip player_id='815325' first='Gage' last='Lee'], a running back at Camden Central High School. Lee stands out with his explosive speed off the snap, using his footwork and durability to escape tackles and push the offense into a strong field position from along the edge. I also like Lee's ability to predict the defense's field position, showcasing his ability to dodge and weave tackles in the backfield.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65a586822d2e6"} /-->