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<p><strong>SPRING UPDATE:</strong> We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2028 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2028 running backs with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position within each class, as well as other relevant segments. For the running backs, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1136507' first='Kentz' last='Brown'] is a future three-down back. Brown possesses good post-snap vision, allowing him to quickly read first-level defenders and identify running lanes with a powerful burst through tackles. His vision enables him to find cut-back lanes, showcasing his lateral quickness and ability to change direction, which helps him evade defenders in open space. With his good contact balance, leg drive, and lateral dexterity, he can absorb contact, break tackles, and gain extra yards. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2099297' first='Calmarre' last='Harrell'] is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. He can navigate through traffic between the tackles. He displays solid contact balance at the point of attack to break through tackles. Keep an eye on him.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1671229' first='Tyson' last='Taylor'] is going to garner more attention in the fall. Taylor is quick and controlled and will make defenders miss in space. He developed and flashed his ability to play at the next level. He'll be taking another leap this year. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1220843' first='John' last='Curry'] is a breakout candidate for the 2026 season. He's a patient runner who lets running lanes develop. He possesses solid upfield burst to attack running lanes and separate into the second and third levels. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2137295' first='Dallas' last='Perkins'] could see more reps this fall. He's a physical north-south runner who looks for contact. Perkins shows patience behind the line of scrimmage, allowing running lanes to develop or bounce outside. Overall, a strong gap runner. </p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 RUNNING BACKS:</h2>
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<p>2. [player_tooltip player_id='1134276' first='Rashawn' last='Mitchell'] (Pulaski Academy)</p>
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<p>3. [player_tooltip player_id='1155564' first='Antavion' last='Gaines'] (Searcy)</p>
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<p>4. [player_tooltip player_id='1205994' first='Kaleb' last='Leak'] (Bryant)</p>
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<p>5. [player_tooltip player_id='1449608' first='JJ' last='Johnson'] (Lake Hamilton)</p>
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<p>6. [player_tooltip player_id='1227299' first='Brayden' last='Wallace'] (Sylvan Hills)</p>
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<p>7. [player_tooltip player_id='1542412' first='Kobe' last='Dotson'] (Mountain Home)</p>
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<p>8. [player_tooltip player_id='1295406' first='Vincent' last='Warren'] (Bentonville West)</p>
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<p>9. [player_tooltip player_id='1083683' first='Jon' last='Richey'] (Benton)</p>
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<p>10. [player_tooltip player_id='1225068' first='Luis' last='Perez Valadez'] (Russellville)</p>
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<p>11. [player_tooltip player_id='1408405' first='Lexx' last='Latham'] (Rivercrest)</p>
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<p>12. [player_tooltip player_id='1343498' first='Jeremiah' last='Buckner'] (North Little Rock)</p>
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<p>13. [player_tooltip player_id='1622160' first='Marques' last='Paskel'] (Star City)</p>
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SPRING UPDATE: We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2028 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2028 running backs with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position within each class, as well as other relevant segments. For the running backs, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:
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