2029 Rising Rushers: 15 Early RBs to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p id="block-32896c7d-e14b-42fd-9249-e04a7ae8bf4f"><strong><em>Get 30% Off Your Subscription with Code PRZWV30 at Checkout!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2029 Watch List has debuted with 125 freshmen prospects to know early on in West Virginia. Plenty more athletes will emerge and make their names known in the future, but here are the top RB names on our radar after their freshmen seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1826125"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af68a7c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of, if not the best, early prospects in West Virginia's 2029 class is undoubtedly George Washington RB [player_tooltip player_id='1826125' first='Jaden' last='Black']. He was a First Team All-State Performer and our Offensive Freshman of the Year after rushing for 1,600 yards and 26 touchdowns. His durability, physical running style and vision were some of his best early traits, which will translate well over the next three years of his development as a D1 prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26219475/692bb1f0804979f842c27f68' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af68dfb"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1716425"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af68e59"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A 2029 running back prospect to know in the class is Martinsburg's [player_tooltip player_id='1716425' first='Diesel' last='Byrne']. His first name, Diesel, is fitting for his build and playing style as a physical, downhill runner who runs with power. Byrne will be another talented prospect in Martinsburg's 2029 class to keep close tabs on over the next three years as he waits for his varsity opportunity with a bright future ahead of him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em><a href="https://fan.hudl.com/usa/wv/martinsburg/organization/18890/martinsburg-high-school/team/52780/boys-freshman-football/watch?hr=SGlnaGxpZ2h0UmVlbFN1bW1hcnk2OGQ0YzRlZDlmMzQ2Y2I3YTM4M2Y1ZmQ%3D&amp;ot=TEAM&amp;oi=52780">Film Link</a></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2111872"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af68ea8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2029 Huntington RB [player_tooltip player_id='2111872' first='Tyler' last='Long'] jumped out on film as a promising young playmaker at the running back position for the Highlanders. He has electrifying potential with the ball in his hands, with very good burst and quickness to be a future game changer on varsity. Long is a natural ball carrier who can escape tackles consistently and shows good vision on film to generate explosive runs. His footwork and change of direction ability are ahead of his age and speak to his future potential as a player and prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26789240/692dc48dd7767690dc6ff76f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a41a97bdf4"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1716412"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af68f4a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Capital has a slew of young talent in its program to keep tabs on over the next 2-3 years, and 2029 RB [player_tooltip player_id='1716412' first='Tony' last='Rush'] adds to that list. When healthy, Rush was a standout on the Cougars' JV team in his freshman season and showed early traits that he can develop into a future playmaker in time. His footwork and burst stood out on film with twitchy athleticism that will benefit him as he matures physically. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/SweetFeetTony/status/1987186761089401218","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/SweetFeetTony/status/1987186761089401218 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1716419"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af68fa4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2029 Fairmont Senior RB [player_tooltip player_id='1716419' first='Lynex' last='Williams'] is a high upside young running back to keep close tabs on over the next three years. The Polar Bears had some top talent ahead of him at running back in his freshman season, but expect Williams to carve out a varsity role as a freshman next season. He's ahead of the game athletically and has an innate feel for the position as a ball carrier that will serve him well as he continues to develop. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17279091/6966f457cc281153c14f5d1d' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a41a97bef3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2112368"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af68ff0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Parkersburg Big Reds have a talented young RB/LB prospect to build around in their 2029 class with [player_tooltip player_id='2112368' first='Tyreke' last='Glover']. He's shown early signs of becoming a well-rounded running back with size, speed, and power that should have him among the top RB prospects in the class throughout the next three years. Glover can also be impactful as a linebacker, but we see his future as a running back right now with one of the higher ceilings among his peers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26745818/68c843e1b470a5e73acd3c33' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a41a97bf7e"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1716413"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af68ef1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Moorefield continues its run of young talent, and 2029 RB [player_tooltip player_id='1716413' first='Bill' last='Lewis'] is already carving out a varsity role. Still early in his development, Lewis has shown flashes of the speed and explosiveness that project well long term, giving the Yellow Jackets a potential change-of-pace weapon as he matures. His acceleration jumps off the film for his age, and he can turn routine touches into chunk gains when he finds space. With a high ceiling and clear big-play potential, Lewis is a name you'll want to track early as his role and physical profile continue to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/billware_25/status/1964433695621656781","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/billware_25/status/1964433695621656781 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1716420"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af6903e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2029 Buffalo RB [player_tooltip player_id='1716420' first='Camryn' last='Bonnett'], early in his career with the Bison, has flashed the speed and quickness that translate well at the position, showing an ability to capitalize when lanes open in the run game. His acceleration allows him to turn small creases into explosive plays, and the early returns point to a back with significant long-term upside. If his development continues on its current trajectory, Bonnett has the potential to leave a lasting impact on the program as his role expands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/27152855/68d6a38608043b615627a6da' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a41a97c044"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2112373"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af69087"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2029 South Charleston RB/LB [player_tooltip player_id='2112373' first='Kaden' last='Thomas'] is someone to follow over the next three years after flashing as a freshman on both sides of the ball for the Black Eagles. At 5'7 180, his future is at running back as a prospect, but don't overlook Thomas' play as an undersized linebacker either, after getting some varsity action in year one. He's a tough young player who plays with high effort and made the most of his opportunities as a freshman. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26631712/69652b631777e1c61dcdc1e0' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a41a97c109"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2112406"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af690cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Just a one-game sample size of JV highlights is available from 2029 Washington RB [player_tooltip player_id='2112406' first='Khamari' last='Ankton-Coleman'], but they were enough to warrant placing him on the Watch List. He's a smaller athlete right now with some juice athletically that could allow him to develop into a future varsity standout in the future. Ankton-Coleman is a fun player to watch with the ball in his hands, with dynamic playmaking potential as he develops further physically. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/26581378/68f81d335350bceeec6b0031' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a41a97c1a2"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1557268"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-697a39af69116"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Here's what we recently said about Brown after seeing him at our <strong><em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/01/przwv-winter-showcase-top-performers-running-back-edition/">Stock Up Showcase:</a></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"Bluefield's&nbsp;<strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1557268' first='Jazhaun' last='Brown']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/jazhaun-brown/"></a>&nbsp;was the youngest in a small RB group, but his skill set already stands out for his age. Jazhaun displayed his explosiveness and twitch with a recorded 8'6" broad jump and a 4.84 shuttle drill. He performed very well in position drills, demonstrating the ability to keep the ball secure while making sharp cuts, spins, and changes of direction. Solid vision for a freshman, showing he can identify open lanes."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER RBs WITHOUT FILM TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1716418' first='Aaron' last='Hood Jr'] (Mount View)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2113247' first='Braylon' last='Jordan'] (Morgantown)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2112371' first='Levi' last='Craigo'] (Winfield)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2112377' first='Cam' last='Booth'] (Spring Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->