2028 RB’s Early Production, Big Expectations

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the 2028 Kentucky class continues to shape up, some RBs have had some early production, which is leading to some big expectations moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1516140"],"_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-69e66ce7ceaf0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tomlinson is a true two-way player who impacts the game in multiple phases. Offensively, he shows good vision, runs with purpose, and maintains solid pad level through contact. I liked his balance, consistently finishing runs and creating extra yardage. The production backs it up with 748 yards and 17 TDs. Defensively, he brings strong instincts and a natural nose for the football, playing downhill and delivering physical hits. He's been a consistent run stuffer with 30 TFL over the past two years. With his toughness and production on both sides, he projects as a focal point for his team moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2176432"],"_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-69e66ce7ceb6f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Benge is a bigger back who runs with power and is tough to bring down. He plays with good pad level through contact, allowing him to run through defenders and consistently churn out hard yards. I liked how he embraced the physical side of the position, especially in short-yardage and red zone situations. Even in a rotational role early on, he produced with 1,064 yards and 24 TDs over his first two years. With his build and running style, he looks poised to carve out a larger role moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1208269"],"_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-69e66ce7cebc7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thacker is a strong runner with a solid build and good vision between the tackles. I thought he showed good patience as a ball carrier, consistently finding and hitting cutback lanes. His efficiency really stood out in a limited workload, making the most of his touches and producing at a high level. He averaged 8 yards per carry last season, totaling 476 yards and 2 TDs. There's enough there for me to see a back who could handle an expanded role moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2176434"],"_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-69e66ce7cec0f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keys is productive on both sides of the ball and brings a well-rounded skill set. Offensively, he has good speed and can gash a defense, while also showing reliable hands as a receiving option out of the backfield. The efficiency stands out with just under 10 yards per carry, totaling 465 yards and 4 TDs. Defensively, he shows good closing speed and does a nice job wrapping up in space, finishing with 53 tackles and 5 TFL last season. I see a player who can impact the game in multiple ways and consistently find production wherever he's used.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2176435"],"_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-69e66ce7cec56"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tomlin is a shorter back with good vision and clear versatility. He's effective in tight spaces, showing the ability to make defenders miss and create on his own. I thought he brought real value as both a runner and receiver, rushing for 441 yards and 5 TDs while adding 17 catches for 266 yards and 5 more scores. He's a legitimate threat out of the backfield and has the flexibility to split out wide, giving offenses multiple ways to get him involved.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->