6A District 1 RB’s Returning in 2024
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With the 2024 season on the horizon, I’m doing an analyses of running back prospects from every Classification/Region/District in Florida. Doing these analysis allows me to spotlight a lot of players. There are a lot of young talented prospects and several…
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Continue ReadingWith the 2024 season on the horizon, I’m doing an analyses of running back prospects from every Classification/Region/District in Florida. Doing these analysis allows me to spotlight a lot of players. There are a lot of young talented prospects and several sleeper prospects that could start getting looks for the next level. Prep Redzone Florida will always promote everybody in hopes of them getting the opportunity of playing college football at the next level.
Patrick Rodgers Patrick Rodgers 6'2" | 175 lbs | DB Crestview | 2026 FL – Crestview High c/o 26
6’2 175lbs
Rodgers is a running back prospect on the rise. Last season he led the team in rushing with 439 yards, averaging 6.6 yards per carry with 7 touchdowns and 3-100 yard rushing game. He also led the team in receiving finishing with 23 receptions for 415 yards and 5 touchdowns. The Bulldogs will rely on Rodgers again this season to help them get back in contention for a district title. Rodgers is a 3-down back with a lot of versatility, possesses quick feet, can make sharp cuts without losing speed, and shows really good burst through the hole.
Carson Secchiari- Tate High c/o 25
5’10 215lbs
Secchiari is a standout running back in the district, demonstrating exceptional performance during the previous season. He accumulated 835 rushing yards, averaging an impressive 8 yards per carry. Secchiari’s has good vision, enabling him to identify and exploit gaps in the defense with acceleration. He possesses all the desirable attributes sought after in a running back, making him a promising prospect for the next level.
Connor Mathews Connor Mathews 5'9" | 205 lbs | RB Navarre | 2025 FL – Navarre High c/o 25
5’9 202lbs
Matthew is a player to watch out for this Spring and into the 2024 season. He is one of the top returning running backs in the state after rushing for 1500 yards, averaging 7.2 yards per carry with 24 touchdowns and 8-100 yard rushing games! Matthew runs with good power and leg drive, shows good speed in the open field, and is a playmaker with the ball in his hands.
Ben Tyner- Pace High c/o 25
5’9 190lbs
Tyner is an intriguing and promising running back prospect in the district. The Patriots will once again look to him to help lead a rushing attack for a team that achieved an impressive 8-2 record last season. In 2023, he demonstrated his skills by rushing for 467 yards, averaging an impressive 5.8 yards per carry, and scoring 5 touchdowns. Additionally, he contributed with 2 receptions for 31 yards. Tyner’s natural low center of gravity, quickness in the hole, and consistent ability to break through arm tackles make him a player to watch this season.