Hidden Gems: Class of 2029 Running Backs Flying Under the Radar

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Florida has long been a hotbed of high school football talent. Annually, Florida produces some of the nation's top prospects. Florida athletes are known for their speed, agility, and raw athleticism. These prospects have made names for themselves and have caught the attention of coaches and scouts at the collegiate level. With the 2025 season getting closer, we're looking for players whose stock is rising in the state.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>These players are all talented and have college-level abilities. Some of these players have a few offers, but all of them have the ability to play college football at some level.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>There are some big-time, highly rated prospects and several sleeper prospects who should all be getting looks for the next level. This list is full of stud prospects.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Prep Redzone Florida will always support every player on their journey to playing college football.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Maguire Mellinger (c/o 2029)</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position: Running Back</em></strong><br><strong><em>School: The Villages High</em></strong><br><strong><em>Height/Weight: 6'0”, 170 lbs</em></strong><br><strong><em>Current Season Stats (through Week 9): 37 carries for 233 yards and 3 touchdowns</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evaluation: Mellinger is a smooth, upright runner with excellent vision and patience. He shows natural athleticism and good stride length, allowing him to cover ground quickly once he finds a crease. At 6'0”, 170 lbs, he has a frame that projects well for continued growth and strength development. His early varsity production as a freshman highlights his poise and potential to become a feature back in the coming years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Richard Guilbaud Jr. (c/o 2029)</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position: Running Back / Athlete</em></strong><br><strong><em>School: Hialeah High</em></strong><br><strong><em>Height/Weight: 5'9”, 210 lbs</em></strong><br><strong><em>Current Season Stats (through Week 9): 53 carries for 316 yards and 2 touchdowns</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evaluation: Guilbaud Jr. is a physical and compact runner who thrives on contact. He combines a powerful lower body with good balance, making him tough to bring down on first contact. His build and running style allow him to absorb hits and push through traffic with authority. As his vision and agility continue to develop, Guilbaud has the potential to be a workhorse-style back with true downhill ability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Enzo Hairabedian (c/o 2029)</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position: Running Back</em></strong><br><strong><em>School: Legacy High</em></strong><br><strong><em>Height/Weight: 5'8”, 165 lbs</em></strong><br><strong><em>Current Season Stats (through Week 9): 62 carries for 322 yards and 3 touchdowns; 6 receptions for 46 yards</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evaluation: Hairabedian is a versatile back who brings consistency and reliability to the offense. He runs with balance and agility, able to change direction fluidly and make defenders miss in space. His ability to contribute in the passing game adds value, showing strong hands and awareness out of the backfield. Enzo's overall polish and football IQ stand out for a 2029 prospect, making him a name to track as he develops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Tramell Richardson (c/o 2029)</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position: Running Back</em></strong><br><strong><em>School: Leesburg High</em></strong><br><strong><em>Height/Weight: 5'6”, 140 lbs</em></strong><br><strong><em>Current Season Stats (through Week 9): 42 carries for 245 yards and 2 touchdowns; 1 reception for 10 yards</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evaluation: Richardson is an explosive young playmaker with quick feet and excellent burst through the line. Despite being undersized, he runs fearless and shows impressive acceleration once he gets into open space. His agility and ability to change direction make him a big-play threat every time he touches the football. With continued strength development, Richardson has the traits to become one of the more dynamic backs in the 2029 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Louvens Bazile (c/o 2029)</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position: Running Back</em></strong><br><strong><em>School: Neumann High</em></strong><br><strong><em>Height/Weight: 5'10”, 190 lbs</em></strong><br><strong><em>Current Season Stats (through Week 9): 99 carries for 607 yards and 7 touchdowns</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evaluation: Bazile is a powerful young runner who already plays with varsity-level toughness and production. His compact frame and strong leg drive allow him to break tackles and finish runs with authority. Bazile's balance and ability to stay upright through contact make him highly effective between the tackles. With nearly 100 carries and over 600 yards as a freshman, he's proving to be a reliable every-down back with a bright future ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->