PRZVA Stock Up Showcase: Top RB Performers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Taking a look at the Top Performing RBs from the PRZ VA Stock Up Showcase this past Saturday. With breakdowns of how the performed in combine testing, positional drill work, and 1v1s.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1337962"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":2120377,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-698390aec2775"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zayden took home RB MVPs honors from the showcase after showing off his high level agility all day long. In every event and drill Zayden displayed elite start-stop ability, quick feet, and impressive wiggle. Zayden was lights out in 1v1s as he made defenders look foolish with his routes and cutting ability. He was able to get defenders on their heels, off balance and create great separation. Zayden can push vertical and stick his foot in the ground to make crisp cuts and burst out of his breaks. He's got nice twitch, make you miss ability, good hands for RB, and all of that was on display Saturday. The question poised to Zayden in the pre-showcase article was can he show to be the best RB there? He passed the test and I expect him to be a prospect whose recruitment takes off this spring/summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneVA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneVA</a> I had a great time!!! Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/carljfred?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@carljfred</a> and the rest of the staff for hosting!<a href="https://twitter.com/SHSHawksFootbal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SHSHawksFootbal</a> <a href="https://t.co/2mjNHOgtK5">pic.twitter.com/2mjNHOgtK5</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1337962' first='Zayden' last='Burks'] (@Burks_Zayden6) <a href="https://twitter.com/Burks_Zayden6/status/2018099506122772673?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 1, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1692127"],"_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-698390aec27fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sam was a nice surprise on the day, stepping up and showing out against strong competition to make 1st Team All Offense for the showcase. An athletic compact build RB who was poised with the question of how he would handle himself in 1v1s...and he shined. Sam was a sharp route runner, able to easily separate from defenders and get into open space for run after the catch. Showing excellent hands, Sam tracks the pass well and can make the difficult catch with a defender all over him. He is also dynamic with the ball in his hands. In RB drill work he had good burst, quick cut ability with good center of balance. Sam showed he is a versatile utility RB who can run between the tackles and be a playmaker in the passing game. Look for him to have a breakout junior season next fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thankful to be named Top Performer at the <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneVA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneVA</a> showcase! Great to be coached by <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMontanez?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMontanez</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MaverickACoachD?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MaverickACoachD</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Rich50?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Rich50</a>. Also thanks to <a href="https://twitter.com/carljfred?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@carljfred</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/footballcoach79?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@footballcoach79</a> for a pre-event write-up!<a href="https://twitter.com/andrejones1185?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@andrejones1185</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/rjwindows?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@rjwindows</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DarkVisors?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DarkVisors</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/LevelsAppAi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LevelsAppAi</a> <a href="https://t.co/d38sgiFPDi">pic.twitter.com/d38sgiFPDi</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1692127' first='Sam' last='Ahn'] ‘28 (@sam_ahn2028) <a href="https://twitter.com/sam_ahn2028/status/2017979830273180089?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 1, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1631243"],"_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-698390aec2865"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The former CH Flowers standout freshman RB, now at Bishop Ireton was there to show the rest of VA what he can do. A 6'2" 198lbs he has excellent size and build for the position. Throughout drill work and 1v1s, Marcus showed off his fluidness and quick COD paired together. A natural one-cut and go RB, Marcus can plant his foot in ground to make strong cuts leaving defenders behind. He showed superb route running ability as he got himself wide open on every rep I watched of him. Marcus is a complete RB with size, acceleration, and effective in the passing game. A freshman prospect with lots of promise going forward, expect a big 2026 season from Marcus. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Grateful for a great camp with <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneVA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneVA</a> . Thank you for the opportunity to compete, learn, and showcase my skills. Looking forward to what's next!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarcusBrandon?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarcusBrandon</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RunningBack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RunningBack</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Classof2029?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Classof2029</a> 🏈🙏🏾<a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Rich50?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Rich50</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/footballcoach79?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@footballcoach79</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMontanez?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMontanez</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/tdhald?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tdhald</a> <a href="https://t.co/tGuDS56WEf">pic.twitter.com/tGuDS56WEf</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1631243' first='Marcus' last='Brandon'] (@MarcusBrandon_5) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarcusBrandon_5/status/2017805832868491658?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 1, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1663713"],"_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-698390aec28e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Samuel is thick muscled up RB who displayed impressive change of direction and footwork. In combine testing he put up one of the best L-Drill time of any RB with a 7.15 second time. To be able to drop his weight, change direction with that burst with his build means Sam is a RB that comes downfield with a lot of force. A RB with nice balance, smooth hips/feet and doesn't waste any movement. He hits his cuts and and keeps going with no loss of speed. Only starting 7 games for Lake Braddock last fall, Samuel takes over as the #1 RB for them. I expect him to have a huge senior season and be a prospect college coaches start to shift their focus too with good early senior film. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Junior Season Highlights.<br><br>Started 7 of 13 Game Season<br>880 Total Yards<br>112 Yards Per Game On Games Started<br>10 Touchdowns<br>2nd Team All-District Honors<a href="https://twitter.com/mdoc376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mdoc376</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachBrandonS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachBrandonS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GSD_CULLEN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GSD_CULLEN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/carljfred?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@carljfred</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ThedealFitness?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ThedealFitness</a> <a href="https://t.co/RIk56kyRT0">https://t.co/RIk56kyRT0</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/hudl?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#hudl</a> <a href="https://t.co/9mPHdwQgzT">pic.twitter.com/9mPHdwQgzT</a></p>&mdash; Sam Rhye (@Sam_Rhye08) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sam_Rhye08/status/1998133078154174756?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1135490"],"_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-698390aec293f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zakai is a do it all athlete who showed out as RB for this event. With good size ad 6'1" 180+ , Zakai is capable of lining up at any skill position with his athleticism. He accelerates up to top speed rapdily and shows nice lateral quickness. In RB drills, he showed nice cutting ability. Able to stick &amp; go, while using his fluid hips to make strong side/jump cuts. In 1v1s he burnt defenders both vertically and with quick wiggle in his routes. Constantly getting open with good separation, he showed he knows how to get space with his route running. Do want to see impress his hands as a receiver however, as he had a few drops during 1v1s. Overall, Zakai is a freshman prospect already making his name known with tons of potential for the future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneVA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneVA</a> for running a great camp.I had a chance to compete against some great talent out of the DMV. Thank You to the coaches for your gems you taught me.#Growth#2029Athlete <a href="https://twitter.com/carljfred?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@carljfred</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PRZVicCastillo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZVicCastillo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/footballcoach79?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@footballcoach79</a> <a href="https://t.co/9sSa9HxvHB">pic.twitter.com/9sSa9HxvHB</a></p>&mdash; Zakai Brake ‘29 QB/FS/ Athlete (@d1_kai6) <a href="https://twitter.com/d1_kai6/status/2017928065016369388?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 1, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->