C/O 2025 Offseason: RB Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A few Michigan running backs have blown up over the past couple months. Right as the 2023 season ended, colleges around the country went into recruit mode. Early this year until now, several running backs have earned offers from high-profile schools. This article will cover five running backs who've raised their stock the most so far this offseason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["604131"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6673503665659"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2024 has been treating [player_tooltip player_id='604131' first='Ronny' last='Johnson'] incredibly well thus far. Although I haven't watched Ronny in person, I strongly believe that his 2023 tape has propelled him to these offers. He's also attended a lot of camps, which gives the host school confirmation. <br>Speaking of the tape, Ronny shows near-elite explosiveness in addition to great top speed. If I had to guess, he has a phenomenal 40 time. On top of that, Ronny has several instances of great contact balance, vision, and pure north-south running. This is a bellcow back who does his best work between the tackles, and this is NOT someone who wastes movement or time trying to spread the ball outside. Super explosive, efficient football player who is trending toward B1G 10 offers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["587870"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66735036656ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Just over a week ago, Jace committed to Michigan State. Before that, he had one of the best couple months I've ever seen, earning offers from Minnesota, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan State, Wisconsin, Rutgers, USC, and more. This is a case where his 2023 performance, in addition to some testing numbers, propelled him to being a prime B1G 10 prospect. Jace reports a 4.4 40-time, and I believe it. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The very first thing that'll stand out when you watch his film is speed. If you watch it through, you'll also notice Jace's sensational open-field ability. Most highlights show him accelerating downfield without having to evade defenders, but when he has someone in front of him, Jace can skillfully juke or truck the defender. I could go on and on, but just know that Jace's recruitment exploded at the beginning of 2024, and he's on his way to being a cornerstone of the Michigan State offense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1298776"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66735036656ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Noah is a relatively new prospect to us, but wow- he's had an incredible offseason. Earlier this year, he received offers from Wayne State, BGSU, and others. Just eight days ago, Noah received a Grayshirt offer from Michigan State. <br>Diving into his film, Noah shares one trait that's shared by most D1 prospects: Speed. His very first highlight showcases this. That first highlight shows elite north-south running as he takes a carry 50-yards to the house. Noah also showcase good vision on several occasions. In order to truly break through as a Division 1 prospect, I'd like to see Noah improve his contact balance and open-field elusiveness. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["602102"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6673503665728"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Darrin's hard work is finally paying off. Beginning his career at Lake Orion, he found a lot of success in the Dragons system. Now as a two-way player at St. Mary's, Darrin has found further success. Since April, Darrin has earned offers from Wayne State, SVSU, Hope, Valpo, and Davenport. Watching his film it's easy to see why. <br> Offensively, Darrin is a prototypical elusive running back. On both inside and outside runs, Darrin is able to find a hole, turn upfield, and outrun the defense. I would like to see better contact balance and elusiveness, though his current skills are definitely at a D2 level. Defensively, he plays with the same fundamental polish that you'd expect to see from any OLSM defensive back. Great ball skills, aggressive, and fundamentally sound. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1217509"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6673503665760"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Although I believe Dwataye is a raw prospect, his traits are extremely promising. Since March, he's received offers from Wayne State and Sienna Heights. <br>His film shows a ton of potential as an open-field speed-in-space player. The bulk of the film shows Dwataye receiving the ball in space. His first highlight shows a phenomenal screen play that he takes to the house. Several other highlights show good vision on the outside run before turning upfield, showcasing great speed. In addition, the highlight at 1:33 shows amazing vision, patience, and an elite cutback to take it to the house. With a standout Fall season, Dwataye could easily earn more GLIAC offers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->