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Stock Up Showcase Top Performers: Running Backs

Stock Up Showcase Top Performers: Running Backs
Jared Luginbill
Jared Luginbill January 3, 2026 @ 09:48 PM
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Ronnie Neal Jr.
Ronnie Neal Jr. 5'10" | 183 lbs | RB/LB | 2028
OH
Kellen Reeves
Kellen Reeves 5'8" | 193 lbs | RB/LB | 2028
OH
Easton Caudill
Easton Caudill 5'7" | 182 lbs | RB/DB | 2029
OH
Austin Tatulinski
Austin Tatulinski 5'8" | 154 lbs | RB | 2029
OH
KevinKing Fokou
KevinKing Fokou 6'2" | 220 lbs | RB | 2027
OH
Brandon Birdsong Jr.
Brandon Birdsong Jr. 5'9" | 163 lbs | ATH | 2027
OH
Andyriq Thomas
Andyriq Thomas 5'9" | 192 lbs | RB | 2027
OH
<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["852080"],"_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-6959d95b527e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I've had a chance to see Thomas since his freshman year and each year I see him he's gotten bigger and stronger. He has a thick build and runs with a low center of gravity. He has an explosive jump cut. In the passing game he's a natural hands catcher. He's definitely an FBS caliber back that I think could play at the Power 4 level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1862409"],"_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-6959d95b52883"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Fokou was the starting running back for Westerville Central. He's a big back who has a long and thick frame. He's explosive in his cuts. In one on one he showed the ability to drop his hips and get in and out of breaks. Fokou in only in his second year of playing football. His natural instincts are impressive considering his relative inexperience. In my mind he's a great fit for a zone run scheme as a one cut runner.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2004385"],"_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-6959bc32cd338"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">I was thrilled when I saw Easton had signed up for our showcase. His freshman film from Ironton was electric. Everything that you saw on film checked in person. He has a good build with a thick and powerful lower body. In the running back drills he showed off quick feet and good explosiveness. In the 1v1's he showed to be a natural route runner. While I don't have his testing numbers yet, there's no doubt in my mind he tested through the roof. He's definitely a D1 caliber talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2003036"],"_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-6959d95b5298e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Austin was another player who I was glad to have signed up for our event. His film showed and explosive offensive weapon who's a playmaker in the run and passing games. He showed good bend and balance in the running back drills. In the 1v1's he showed the ability to run strong routes and create big time separation. Tatulinski just needs to keep adding good weight and getting stronger and his ceiling is sky high.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1281459"],"_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-6959d95b52a15"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Birdsong is another I've seen for a few years now and I've enjoyed watching his physical development. At 5'10 180 he has a well put together frame. He showed off a strong burst and lateral movement skills. As a runner he's very fluid and he looked great in the 40. Brandon can definitely play at the next level. I definitely think he can show that this summer at college camps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2092087"],"_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-6959d95b52aa6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Reeves is a player that I had not seen before today, but I really liked what I saw from him. The sophomore running back possesses a powerful lower body. Even though he's a bigger bag he still possesses the quickness and the athleticism to make guys miss with a nice jump cut. In 1v1's he ran some solid routes and was able to get open. I think Reeves has a chance to have a really strong junior season this fall and put himself in position to get college interest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2095580"],"_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-6959d95b52b22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Neal has a good frame with room to add more good weight. I really liked his explosiveness in the running back drills. He has a good straight ahead burst. He has a little more of an upright running style. I'm looking forward to seeing what he puts on film this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->
Andyriq Thomas

Andyriq Thomas

OH
RB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 192
POS RB
CLASS 2027
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Andyriq
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Class
2027
Height
5'9"
Weight
192
HS
Pickerington North
|
OH
Stock Up Showcase Top Performers: Running Backs
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KevinKing Fokou

KevinKing Fokou

OH
RB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 220
POS RB
CLASS 2027
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KevinKing
Fokou RB
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
Weight
220
HS
Westerville Central
|
OH
Stock Up Showcase Top Performers: Running Backs
Fokou was the starting running back for Westerville Central. He’s a big back who has a long and...
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Easton Caudill

Easton Caudill

HEIGHT 5'7"
WEIGHT 182
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Class
2029
Height
5'7"
Weight
182
HS
Ironton
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OH
Stock Up Showcase Top Performers: Running Backs
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Austin Tatulinski

Austin Tatulinski

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WEIGHT 154
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Austin
Tatulinski RB
Class
2029
Height
5'8"
Weight
154
HS
Strongsville
|
OH
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Brandon Birdsong Jr.

Brandon Birdsong Jr.

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HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 163
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Birdsong Jr. ATH
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
Weight
163
HS
Mason
|
OH
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Birdsong is another I’ve seen for a few years now and I’ve enjoyed watching his physical development. At...
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Brandon Birdsong Jr.

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School: Mason
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Kellen Reeves

Kellen Reeves

HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 193
POS RB/LB
CLASS 2028
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Kellen
Reeves RB/LB
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
Weight
193
HS
Beavercreek
|
OH
Stock Up Showcase Top Performers: Running Backs
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Ronnie Neal Jr.

Ronnie Neal Jr.

HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 183
POS RB/LB
CLASS 2028
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Ronnie
Neal Jr. RB/LB
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
183
HS
St. Edward
|
OH
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