2026 Watchlist RB Check-In

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our offseason content is in full swing and it's time to check on some of the 2026 running backs that we haven't written about in a while. Here, I'm focused on the guys on our watchlist. Usually, this is guys who are transferring, haven't played much on varsity, or don't have a ton of film, but could have breakout years. Let's break down some of the 2026 Watchlist RBs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">2026 Watchlist RBs to Know</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1278400"],"_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-67caf7c934a54"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">While Poore's game stats and film is sometimes difficult to find, he's been making waves on the camp scene with his shifty running style and impressive athleticism and was just named one of the top running backs at the <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/03/vto-elite-100-combine-top-offensive-performers/">VTO Sports Elite 100 camp</a>. He's a guy we're watching in the fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1418020"],"_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-67caf7c934ab9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams is a guy we're very close to moving to our rankings after a good junior season. He's continued to grow to almost 200 pounds and ran for just under 800 yards last year. When he gets more opportunities as a featured back, we think he's a guy who could explode for a huge senior season. He has good burst and vision and isn't afraid of contact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1369343"],"_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-67caf7c934b00"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It's easy to get lost in Charlotte Catholic's stacked backfield, but Nowland was excellent in limited carries as a junior, averaging over five yards a carry on about four carries a game. As a senior, the depth chart opens up and he should get plenty of opportunities to showcase his skills against top competition. He has good vision and knows the system well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1345282"],"_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-67caf7c934b41"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jones is an explosive two-way player who has been stuck behind talented upperclassmen. Accordingly, his playing time has been limited to mostly special teams and lopsided games. That could change in 2025, though. He has more film at linebacker, but we think he could be a breakout running back this fall, with his quickness, change-of-direction, and power making him difficult to bring down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1262278"],"_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-67cb011397362"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wise is a guy we've had our eyes on for some time and he's growing as a football player. An excellent athlete, he thrives in wrestling, baseball, and most recently football. Wise has great strength for his size, and possesses both short-area quickness and long speed. As he continues to gain more experience, he's a guy to watch this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->