2025 Running Backs to Watch at Next Level

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 running back class was an impressive one to say the least. In this article, we will look at several running backs who have the potential to explode onto the scene on Saturdays in the future. Several running backs will have an opportunity to see playing time on Saturdays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1396707' first='Kiandrea' last='Barker']-Running Back-Newport-6'0” 190-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barker is a running back who does a great job of mixing his speed with his power. He has the ability to make a cut and get into the open field. Barker is a patient running back and does a nice job of allowing his blockers to clear a rushing lane. He is a prospect who can be implemented in the passing game, and he is a player to watch out for at Middle Tennessee State in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>&nbsp;<strong>[player_tooltip player_id='188134' first='Monterrio' last='Elston Jr.']-Running Back-Little Rock Parkview-6'0” 170-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Little Rock Parkview running back is an extremely versatile weapon and will be a prospect to watch out for in the back for the Kansas State Wildcats. Elston Jr. gives the Wildcats a running back who is a patient runner. He allows his blockers to create a rushing lane before exploding through the hole. Elston Jr. is an explosive player with the speed to get into the second level in the blink of an eye. He is a player to watch out for on Saturdays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='830813' first='Luther' last='Tucker III']-Running Back-Benton-5'10” 190-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='830813' first='Luther' last='Tucker III'] is a player who has no trouble finding the rushing lanes. He has the speed to explode into the second level quickly. Tucker III is a running back who can make opposing defenders miss tackles. He is dangerous in the open field and can carry the ball between the tackles or cut the run down the sideline. Tucker III is a prospect to watch out for on Saturdays in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='209346' first='Raylen' last='Thomas']-Running Back-Morrilton-5'10” 190-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the past few years, [player_tooltip player_id='209346' first='Raylen' last='Thomas'] has displayed tremendous patience running behind an effective offensive line. He has the ability to carry the ball between the tackles and break tackles. Meanwhile, he is elusive enough to juke an opposing defender and carry the ball down the sideline. Thomas excels at getting into the open field and he is a threat running the ball or being used as a receiver coming out of the backfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1262104' first='Daniel' last='Anderson']-Running Back-Bryant-5'11” 200-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1262104' first='Daniel' last='Anderson'] is the type of running back who can take it the distance on just about any play called. He is versatile enough to line up all over the field on the offensive side of the ball. Anderson is a patient running back who allows the rushing lanes to develop before exploding through the hole. He can carry the ball between the tackles or cut the run down the sideline. Anderson is a player to watch out for at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->