8 Running Backs to Watch in 2025

<p>The 2025 season in the Natural State is a month away with Week Zero. There are hundreds of talented prospects in the class of 2026 and beyond. They can play at the next level, including FBS, FCS, DII, DIII, NAIA, or JUCO. Prep Redzone conducts thorough research and evaluation to uncover under-the-radar athletes poised to leave their mark on the upcoming season. Here are 8 running back prospects for coaches and recruiters to add to the recruiting board.</p>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='497411' first='Carson' last='Hayter'] officially committed to Harding. He displays good burst and acceleration through his running lanes, separating from the first—and second-level defenders. He has good post-snap vision to aid decision-making and read the flow of the defense. Hayter has good contact balance, leg drive, and lower body strength to withstand contact and break tackles for additional yardage. He'll fit in perfectly at Harding. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.46 40</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Carson_Hayter9/status/1948038300196819292 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1678986' first='Carson' last='Jackson'] will breakout in 2025, leaving his mark on recruitment. Jackson displays good burst and foot speed, attacking the running lane and separating from the first level quickly. As a pass catcher, he's a solid route runner with strong hands at the catch point. He's someone to watch throughout 2025.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.5 40</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CJackson1416/status/1947854726462377999 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1727972' first='Aydin' last='Isom'] is a patient running back who will allow running lanes to develop and then burst when hitting the hole. The junior ball carrier is expected to take on more carries in 2025, using his quickness and lateral agility to make defenders miss against early penetration. Isom isn't afraid to step up in pass protection either. Keep an eye on him. </p>   <p>Note - 4.51 40</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AydinIsom/status/1929562272965296214 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1727975' first='Courtney' last='Rogers'] is a running back prospect to add to the <span>recruiting board</span>. Rogers is a physical running back with good contact balance and leg drive to break through tackles. He displays the ability to evade early penetration due to solid change of direction, lateral quickness, and burst. </p>   <p>Note - 4.0 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Churchboy_court/status/1944132527079534612 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1727977' first='Tucker' last='Dixon'] broke out in 2024, and I expect him to be even better this season. He's quick, fluid, and elusive, making him tough to bring down in space. Dixon showcases good post-snap vision, reading, and utilizing good footwork to navigate through traffic. He's another prospect to add to the recruiting board. </p>   <p>Note - 3.5 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Dixon20T/status/1767546482536628358 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1659952' first='Rashad' last='Moore'] is a physical, north and south running back. He displays solid post-snap vision, quickly assessing the field to gain positive yardage. Moore exhibits good contact balance and leg drive, allowing him to break through tackles effectively. He is likely to become a formidable short-yardage and bell cow back at the next level. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi-Position Athlete</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/RashadM03587351/status/1942205408061370448 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1683001' first='Brayden' last='Davenport'] is a potential breakout candidate in 2025. He is a true gap runner with the vision, lateral quickness, and footwork to navigate through traffic in the interior. Davenport shows his ability to step up in pass protection. He can take on blitzing or free defenders from interior gaps. He's a prospect to watch throughout 2025. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.2 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Braydend1234/status/1923892232182014173 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1277780' first='Bryshun' last='Cunningham'] has next-level blood in him. He is a strong gap runner with solid post-snap vision, allowing him to identify running lanes effectively. He has the foot speed to outrun and stretch a defense. Cunningham showcases solid foot quickness and decisiveness when attacking the hole. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.4 40</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/zxyoll/status/1939139242023936143 </div></figure>

The 2025 season in the Natural State is a month away with Week Zero. There are hundreds of talented prospects in the class of 2026 and beyond. They can play at the next level, including FBS, FCS, DII, DIII, NAIA, or JUCO. Prep Redzone conducts thorough research and evaluation to uncover under-the-radar athletes poised to leave their mark on the upcoming season. Here are 8 running back prospects for coaches and recruiters to add to the recruiting board.