2027 Running Backs to watch this Spring

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The state of Arkansas has a strong history of producing talented running backs who can play at the next level. The running back position in the class of 2027 is impressive to say the least. We will highlight several running backs from the class of 2027 to watch out for this spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1532731' first='Trey' last='Stewart']-Running Back-Little Rock Central-6'2” 200-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Central Tigers are building something special in Little Rock. [player_tooltip player_id='1532731' first='Trey' last='Stewart'] is a running back who has the vision to find the proper rushing lane and explode through the hole. Stewart breaks tackles and can carry the ball between the tackles. However, he has no trouble making a cut and taking off down the sideline. Stewart is a prospect to watch out for over the spring and summer for the Tigers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1155379' first='Jeremiah' last='Carey']-Running Back-Sylvan Hills-5'5” 175-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1155379' first='Jeremiah' last='Carey'] is a patient running back who allows the rushing lanes to develop. Carey knows which lane to take and explodes through the hole. He makes opposing defenders miss tackles. Meanwhile, he is the type of running back who can be used effectively as a receiver. Carey is dangerous when he gets into the open field. I expect Carey to have a big 2025 football season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='789982' first='Micah' last='Gamble']-Running Back-Fordyce-5'9” 180-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the years, [player_tooltip player_id='789982' first='Micah' last='Gamble'] has had no problem opening eyes on the field as well as on the camp circuit. Gamble identifies the rushing lanes quickly and explodes through the hole. He is a running back who can carry the ball between the tackles or cut the run down the sideline. Gamble is another running back who rarely needs to come off of the field and is a threat to take it the distance on each play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1195565' first='Isaiah' last='Stephens']-Running Back-Sheridan-5'9” 180-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1195565' first='Isaiah' last='Stephens'] is a prospect who can churn out the yardage on the ground or in the passing game. He is a running back who rarely needs to come off of the field. Stephens can carry between the tackles or be used effectively in the passing game. The Sheridan running back opened plenty of eyes during the 2024 season and folks are looking forward to what he can do this spring and summer. He is a player to watch out for over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1525124' first='Caden' last='Whitaker']-Running Back-Arkadelphia-6'3” 175-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1525124' first='Caden' last='Whitaker'] has the potential to see playing time on both sides of the ball for the Badgers over the next few years. From the running back position, Whitaker has no problem breaking tackles and bursting into the open field. He is a difficult player to bring down in the open field. Whitaker has the speed to cut the run down the sideline. Whitaker is a player to watch out for on both sides of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->