Top DFW Tandems: Running Back Dynamic Duos

<p>The Metroplex churns out talent all over the offensive side of the ball, but maybe its most consistently talented position group is the tailback. Every year, prospects emerge out of the DFW backfields in all classifications. Speaking to the sheer depth of the position in the region, oftentimes these RBs stem from the same team. Before the season kicks off, let's talk top tandems of the running back position in DFW. </p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forney</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">One of the best all-purpose backs in the entire country, Osborne is dynamic and polished in all aspects of the offense. Javian sports a rock-solid frame and the speed at all levels to back it up. He totes the rock with great physicality and a consistent pad-level. He displays elite burst out of the backfield and strong contact balance to break tackles. As all-around as RBs are made, in addition to his power and twitchiness, Osborne showcases stellar change of direction with loose hips. The All-American standout also possesses good hands and is a willing blocker in pass protection. The Jackrabbits' workhorse produced over 1,200 total yards and 24 touchdowns in 2024. Expect the Notre Dame commit to break records during his senior year.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">As the great DeVonta Smith once said, "We don't stop, we just keep reloading". That seems to be the case for the Jackrabbits as they prepare to replace one of the best players in the state with Hunley, who was one of the best freshmen in the state last year. Taylor is a dynamic speedster who weaves in and out of defenses with great acceleration and lateral cut ability. He possesses great vision to run in between the tackles, along with little wasted movement and great speed to get outside. Hunley boasts versatility and athleticism, also lining up at safety and returning kicks in 2024. During his freshman campaign, Hunley accounted for over 1,300 total yards and 16 touchdowns. Expect the second piece of an elite 1-2 punch to have a productive sophomore year and build upon an early offer list of SMU, Texas Tech, and Kent State.</p>     <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lancaster</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">With a high-waisted and powerful frame, Lee is one of the most underrated running backs in the nation. The Tigers' tailback showcases great lower-body contact balance and a smooth slasher running style. Izayah is intentional in his cuts and displays the ability to re-accelerate after breaking down. He also utilizes a plethora of moves to shake tacklers, effective with his hop-cuts, stiff arms, and stutter steps. Additionally, you really have to love the ferocity and motor Lee pounds the rock with. After over 1,400 yards and 27 touchdowns last year, Lee will lead an elite backfield duo as Lancaster seeks to turn things around this season. The senior standout is committed to suit up for the Vanderbilt Commodores at the next level.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">Second of the Lancaster lightning combo stands tall and versatile in junior back [player_tooltip player_id='1563227' first='Victor' last='Scott']. He boasts a unique long frame and great speed combo, possessing a 76-inch wingspan and 4.40. Often lining up next to Lee as a wildcat QB, Scott provides a change of pace out of the backfield, displaying long stride straight-line speed. He excels at using his electric speed and length to get outside in a hurry and break off long runs down the sideline with ease. Victor also does a great job of running with a downfield lean, always falling forward and striding behind his pads. After a great, complimentary sophomore year, Scott has received offers from powerhouse programs such as Georgia, Oregon, and Penn State.</p>     <h2 class="wp-block-heading">South Oak Cliff</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">The first double-senior edition of these duos is led off by a compact bruiser of a back with a ton of twitchiness. Morton demonstrates a great hop-cut and burst combo through the line of scrimmage and thrives at exploding in and out of his cuts to get into the second level. He utilizes his loose hips and elite top-end speed to break off long runs both on offense and in the return game. Levon also displays great polish, carrying the ball with great pad-level and patience in setting up his blocks. Morton was an explosive play machine for the Golden Bears during his junior year, and they expect him to do more of the same in his final season. He currently holds offers from schools such as Air Force, Sacramento State, and Texas State.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">Often, RB duos are pure opposites of one another, but Morton and Trotter actually mirror each other's skillsets and play style pretty closely. That combo of endless speed and burst may be why they tire opposing defenses so rapidly. While similar in their downfield speed and explosiveness in the return game, Trotter actually totes the rock as more of a sudden short-stride runner. Mikail possesses a magnificent immediate burst at the line of scrimmage, often accelerating into the second level untouched. He excels at putting his foot in the ground and exploding into his cuts in any direction without decelerating. Trotter dominated next to Morton in 2024, compiling nearly 1,200 yards and 18 touchdowns rushing. He will look to build upon an offer list that includes Missouri State, Sacramento State, and Prairie View A&M.</p>

The Metroplex churns out talent all over the offensive side of the ball, but maybe its most consistently talented position group is the tailback. Every year, prospects emerge out of the DFW backfields in all classifications. Speaking to the sheer depth of the position in the region, oftentimes these RBs stem from the same team. Before the season kicks off, let's talk top tandems of the running back position in DFW.