Fall Build Up: 2027 RBs Ready to Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kamari Smith | RB | Lake Wales | @D1kamari2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lake Wales will lean heavily on Smith this fall. He's a physical, one-cut back with vision and toughness, showing signs of being a true workhorse. With more touches, he could emerge as a top name in Polk County.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hezekiah Davis | RB | Jesuit | @ykthatsheze</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the more explosive 2027 RBs in Florida. Davis averaged over 8 yards per carry and has a smooth, effortless glide when he hits the second level. His footwork, burst, and balance make him a big-play threat every time he touches the rock.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Howard Dewitt | ATH | MCC | @howard_dew3000</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quietly one of the more productive sophomores in the region. Dewitt totaled 900+ yards rushing with 12 TDs and added value as a receiver. He thrives in open space and should see an expanded role this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jamarcus Wimberly | RB | Newberry | @lulmarcus8</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A determined and polished back from the spring circuit. Wimberly has solid route running for a RB and knows how to create separation in space. He's quick, shifty, and already showing high-level feel as a playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1685404' first='Jahnard' last='Young'] | RB | Piper | @JahnardYoung</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Big, strong, and hard to bring down. Young flashed upside during his breakout sophomore year at Vero Beach. He brings the size-speed combo that college programs want—don't be surprised if he levels up fast at Piper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Elisha Gamble | RB | Park Vista | @ejgamble2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gamble is a twitchy, quick-footed back who thrives in space. The offseason work has transitioned into his agility and ability to make defenders miss. He's a potential big-play machine when used creatively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mason Lynch | RB | [player_tooltip player_id='1640270' first='St.' last='Augustine'] | @TheMasonLynch24</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Transferred into [player_tooltip player_id='1640270' first='St.' last='Augustine'] with momentum. At 5-10, 200 lbs, Lynch has the frame and power to carry the load. He scored 11 TDs in 9 games last year, and with more volume expected in 2025, he's primed for a breakout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->