6 Illinois Running Backs To Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Timmie Lewis (Bolingbrook) – RB – 6'0, 220</strong><br>Big, sturdy back with a college-ready frame. Runs with downhill intent and can handle volume carries between the tackles. Brings value as a physical tone-setter who wears defenses down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1335440' first='Nathan' last='Samuels'] (Mount Carmel) – RB – 5'10, 190</strong><br>Compact build with good balance through contact. Shows the ability to get vertical quickly and finish runs. The type of back who consistently falls forward and keeps an offense on schedule.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cary Marc (Moline) – RB – 5'9, 150</strong><br>Quick-footed runner who relies on burst and change of direction. Dangerous when he gets a crease and can make defenders miss in tight space. A matchup problem if used creatively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Gaspard Raymond (Palatine) – RB – 5'11, 220</strong><br>Power back profile with legitimate mass. Brings value in short-yardage and goal-line situations, but also has enough athleticism to contribute early downs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Wilson Nick (Plainfield North) – RB – 5'7, 160</strong><br>Low center-of-gravity runner who plays faster than his size. Slippery in traffic and tough to square up. Fits the mold of a change-of-pace back who can stress defenses laterally.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Stubitsch Vinny (Saint Rita) – RB – 5'6, 133</strong><br>Smaller back with quickness and elusiveness. Excels in space and can be effective on perimeter runs and pass-game touches. A developmental piece with niche upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->