New Running Backs Make Debut in 2028 Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the unveiling of the latest 2028 Rankings in Illinois the list has been expanded in a major way from 110 players to 300 prospects!  Here we dive into the top new Running Backs in the new rankings!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1856080"],"_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-69a32e9a4c48c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lewis is a 6'1" 210 pound running back that as a sophomore had 1,561 yards and 22 rushing touchdowns for King. The King back has big time burst with the rock in his hands.  Accelerates going north and south.  Runs up right and has home run ability every time he touches the ball.  He can lay the hammer when he needs to at the end of runs. Big running back that can also catch it out of the backfield.  Quick feet in the hole making sudden cuts before hitting the gas!  Super tough to bring down!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140246"],"_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-69a32e9a4c582"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Madonado opened up eyes as a sophomore with his speed.  The back made a name on the varsity level with his ability to bounce off defenders and use his quickness on subtle cuts taking them for long touchdown runs. His breakaway speed is his super power! Hides behind blockers then dashes past the second and third level of defense. Cuts on a dime!  Changes directions with ease.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1905312"],"_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-69a32e9a4c625"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Powerfully built back that is super explosive with his burst and easy acceleration.  Went for 806 yards and 8 touchdowns on 7.5 yards per carry as a sophomore.  He consistently rips off long touchdown runs with his speed getting out on the perimeter. Runs away from defenders and has a strong stiff arm. Follows his blocking schemes doing a nice job of setting up his blocks before making his move. Plows over defenders at the end of runs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2089306"],"_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-69a32e9a4c6a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thornwood running back has really fast acceleration and burst in the open field.  Explosive runner that makes one quick cut often behind the line and then hits the gas to the floor!  He has the potential to go to the house from anywhere on the field.  Follows his big fellas up front and makes guys miss by going right around them. Pass catching ability in screen game.  Tough to get a clean hit on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140253"],"_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-69a32e9a4c721"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hooks is an intriguing back at 5'9" with his vision and instincts.  As a sophomore he had 750 rushing yards along with 500 receiving yards and 9 TDs.  Capable pass catcher that can take a screen pass for a long gain.  Displays natural hands and does damage with it!  Elusive runner with the ball in his hands. Slippery running after the catch or running in the open field.  Defenders tend to slide off him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140265"],"_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-69a32e9a4c7c2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This past season this 6'2" back had 4 touchdowns and 537 yards on the season.  Powerful runner that hsas a strong lower half and is tough to bring down. Keeps churning on his runs as he doesn't often get tackled by one man. Can stretch it on the edge where he beats defenders to their spots before getting loose with his burst.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140321"],"_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-69a32e9a4c83e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Willowbrook big bodied 6'0" 190 pound back had 1,095 yards and 10 rushing TDs this past season on the JV level. Powerful runner that lays the hammer at the end of his runs.  Quick feet in the hole and is difficult to corral when he gets a head of steam behind him.  Bully as a runner!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140324"],"_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-69a32e9a4c8b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The 5'9" running back is a stocky runner at 20 pounds.  Does his damage pounding the rock in between the tackles. Keeps his feet churning.  The Rochester back has a nose for the endzone.  Shined in the 4A state championship game scoring three touchdowns with his toughness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1594490"],"_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-69a32e9a4c931"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The 5'9" 160 pound back likes to get on the perimeter to use his speed. Hides behind blockers then breaks down the sideline.  Can also cut it inside before breaking the run to the outside where he can turn on the burners. Elusive player trying to bring down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>More New RBs Added to Rankings<br></strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1792234' first='Prince' last='Nartey'] (Lockport)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1682064' first='Kymani' last='Billings'] (Kankakee)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2118532' first='Micah' last='Hunt'] (Richwoods)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1715138' first='Damani' last='Morris'] (Stagg)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1689369' first='Joey' last='Joseph'] (Dunlap)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140436' first='Preston' last='Richardson'] (Dixon)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2088604' first='Quinn' last='Schiffbauer'] (Minooka)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140437' first='Wendell' last='Smith'] (Bradley Bourbonnais)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2113309' first='Austin' last='Buerck'] (Lincoln Way Central)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140438' first='Bodie' last='Brockmeier'] (Breese Mater Dei)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140439' first='Jaylen' last='King'] (St. Laurence)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1604265' first='Joseph' last='Hudson'] (Joliet West)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140440' first='Demarion' last='Richardson'] (Richwoods)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140457' first='Harrison' last='Hill'] (Geneseo)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140736' first='Joel' last='White'] (Carlinville)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140737' first='George' last='Georgas'] (Downers Grove North)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140739' first='Jayke' last='Collins'] (Naperville North)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1272750' first='Blaise' last='Williams'] (Dunlap)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1570801' first='Stanlee' last='Golden'] (Moline)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->