2027 Central Florida RBs With Breakout Offseason Potential

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='515891' first='Braylyn' last='Simmons'] | RB | Mainland | @juicesimmons1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the more versatile backs in the state. Simmons already owns a 1,000-yard receiving season and followed it up with over 1,100 rushing yards as a junior. He's dangerous in space, explosive after the catch, and can align anywhere in the formation. Defenses have to account for him every snap, which is what separates him from most backs in his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kamari Smith | RB | Lake Wales | @D1kamari2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith might be the most complete running back in Polk County. He shows excellent vision between the tackles, burst through the second level, and legit pass-catching ability. Lake Wales' offense looks entirely different without him. His recent UTSA offer reflects what shows up on film — a true three-down back trending upward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>AJ Truedell | RB | Lakeland Christian | @clapz_aj</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A matchup problem out of the backfield. Truedell runs with balance and control but really separates himself as a receiver. He runs clean routes, catches naturally, and can turn short touches into chunk plays. A modern RB profile that fits well in space-heavy offenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1682016' first='Reagan' last='Korlacki'] | RB | Santa Fe | @ReaganKorlacki</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The engine behind one of the area's most physical run games. Korlacki runs downhill with power, keeps his pads low, and controls tempo. He's reliable, durable, and sets the tone. When he's rolling, Santa Fe's offense follows. College coaches should be paying close attention.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1925990' first='Omar' last='Scott'] | RB | Winter Springs | @OmarScott0</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A compact, powerful runner with strong production. Scott logged nearly 200 carries, finished with 15 rushing touchdowns, and consistently fell forward. He runs with a low center of gravity, shows enough speed to hit the edge, and brings a physical presence every snap.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jayden Ammons | RB | West Orange | @Jaysmoove334</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ammons brings juice. Explosive first step, good lateral quickness, and versatility as a receiver out of the backfield. He's hard to square up and consistently finds ways to impact the game beyond traditional carries. A back who thrives in space and offensive creativity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Johnnie Cobbs | RB | Oviedo | @JohnnieCobbs22</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A hard-nosed runner who plays angry. Cobbs runs with urgency, vision, and toughness, attacking defenders instead of avoiding them. His mindset and physical style aren't teachable. With another year ahead, the offseason could set up a major senior-year jump.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jamarcus Wimberly | RB | Newberry | @lulmarcus8</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A smooth, slippery back who creates yardage on his own. Wimberly shows strong burst through gaps, excellent feel for cutback lanes, and comfort operating in space. His ability to string moves together makes him a big-play threat every time he touches the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->