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<p>New Jersey has consistently put out running backs that have stood the test of time. Three of these studs are from South Jersey, and two from the shore area. Each player is evaluated by vision, speed, power, balance, ball skills/security and big play making ability. I chose not to use the number grading system for when I rank the Top backs in all of Jersey. Take a look and see who has the goods to apply pressure as a puppy next season. </p>
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New Jersey has consistently put out running backs that have stood the test of time. Three of these studs are from South Jersey, and two from the shore area. Each player is evaluated by vision, speed, power, balance, ball skills/security and big play making ability. I chose not to use the number grading system for when I rank the Top backs in all of Jersey. Take a look and see who has the goods to apply pressure as a puppy next season.
HEIGHT
5'7"
WEIGHT
160
POS
LB
CLASS
2028
State:
New Jersey
School:
St. Augustine Prep
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HEIGHT
5'8"
WEIGHT
175
POS
RB
CLASS
2028
State:
New Jersey
School:
Winslow Township
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HEIGHT
5'7"
WEIGHT
170
POS
RB
CLASS
2028
State:
New Jersey
School:
Vineland
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HEIGHT
5'10"
WEIGHT
200
POS
RB
CLASS
2028
State:
New Jersey
School:
Williamstown
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HEIGHT
5'9"
WEIGHT
165
POS
RB
CLASS
2028
State:
New Jersey
School:
St. Thomas Aquinas
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