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Sleeper Running Backs Entering their Senior Season

Sleeper Running Backs Entering their Senior Season
Eric Bergman
Eric Bergman July 14, 2024 @ 01:46 PM
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Tyler Tulk
Tyler Tulk 5'10" | 190 lbs | RB | 2025
IL
Troy Velez
Troy Velez 5'10" | 190 lbs | RB | 2025
IL
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Once he breaks through the first line of defense, his speed allows him to outrun defenders and score with ease. His quickness and agility are remarkable, positioning him as one of the most athletic running backs in this year's class. Frederick's versatility extends to his ability to play as a receiver, making him a valuable asset within any formation. He is definitely a running back to watch this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Brody Paluch","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"190","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2408","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Mundelein High School ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6691841448a60"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At 6'2" and 190 lbs, Brody Paluch is an impressive-looking running back. His rare combination of height and size at the running back position allows him to power through the line and move downhill with authority. Paluch is a force when carrying the ball, consistently fighting for extra yards even while being tackled, making him a bruiser when he's carrying the ball for Mundelein. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["331595"],"_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-6691841448ac1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='331595' first='Tyler' last='Tulk'] is interchangeable between running back and wide receiver. His impressive versatility allows him to be utilized in a variety of different ways within the offense. Tulk has natural hands and good speed, making it a priority for Lincoln-Way Central to get the ball in his hands. It's rare to find a player with the talent that Tulk possesses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["252511"],"_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-6691841448b17"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='252511' first='Troy' last='Velez'] is an all-around running back who excels in running, catching, and blocking. What sets Velez apart from other running backs is his explosiveness; his great acceleration allows him to burst through the hole in a hurry. He runs with power and gets his pads down effectively when carrying the ball. Despite a limited junior season, Velez was highly productive and is poised for a monster senior season in 2024.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->
Mark Frederick

Mark Frederick

HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 155
POS RB
CLASS 2025

Mark Frederick

School: Metamora Township High School
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Brody Paluch

Brody Paluch

HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 190
POS RB
CLASS 2025

Brody Paluch

School: Mundelein High School
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Tyler Tulk

Tyler Tulk

IL
RB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 190
POS RB
CLASS 2025
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Tulk RB
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2025
Height
5'10"
Weight
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Lincoln Way Central
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Sleeper Running Backs Entering their Senior Season
Tyler Tulk is interchangeable between running back and wide receiver. His impressive versatility allows him to be utilized...
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Troy Velez

Troy Velez

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HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 190
POS RB
CLASS 2025
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Troy
Velez RB
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Height
5'10"
Weight
190
HS
Geneva
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Sleeper Running Backs Entering their Senior Season
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