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2029 Rankings: Running Back Names to Know

2029 Rankings: Running Back Names to Know
Scott Burgess
Scott Burgess April 30, 2026 @ 09:00 AM
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Patrick Gabriel
Patrick Gabriel 5'8" | 165 lbs | RB | 2029
IL
Jaden Newing
Jaden Newing 5'6" | 160 lbs | RB | 2029
IL
Meschach Bitangimana
Meschach Bitangimana 5'5" | 145 lbs | RB | 2029
IL
Caden Hrpcha
Caden Hrpcha 5'7" | RB | 2029
IL
Easton Garifo
Easton Garifo 5'9" | 158 lbs | RB | 2029
IL
Demarus Pitts
Demarus Pitts 5'10" | 145 lbs | RB | 2029
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2029 Prep Redzone Rankings have been released!  We are diving deep into each position group including here in <strong>2029 Running Backs Names to Know</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2174859"],"_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-69e4106945275"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Rock Island back is a smaller and speedy runner at 5'5" 145 pounds.  Really like the speed he shows in the open field running away from opponents.  Makes them miss on the second level then turns the burners on. Quick feet in the hole and makes sudden cuts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1955332"],"_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-69e41069452e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pitts goes 5'10" and 135 pounds.  The running back has good speed both on the perimeter and in between the tackles.  Quick and decisive cuts getting it up field taking it to the house.  Like what he brings as a pass catcher being very effective in the screen game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2174920"],"_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-69e4106945336"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Newing is a smaller running back at 5'6" 160 pounds that racked up 300 rushing yards and 3 TDs.  Running out of the shot gun he goes east/west then cuts it up finding the hole getting downhill.  Quick feet in the hole. Speed with the rock in his hands and is tough to get a clean hit on. Capable pass catcher in the screen game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2070978"],"_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-69e410694537e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Garifo brings a developing frame with room to add strength. He should handle contact well for a younger back and has the tools to show decisiveness and toughness. A strong performance would put him firmly on the radar early in his career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2088637"],"_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-69e41069453c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hrpcha is a longer-term projection, but the showcase provides valuable exposure. His focus will be on competitiveness and adjusting to the pace of a high-level evaluation environment, setting the foundation for future growth.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2174921"],"_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-69e410694540a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Strong and stocky 5'8" 165 pound running back that runs low to the ground and with power.  Capable pass catcher.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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Meschach Bitangimana

Meschach Bitangimana

IL
RB
HEIGHT 5'5"
WEIGHT 145
POS RB
CLASS 2029
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Meschach
Bitangimana RB
Class
2029
Height
5'5"
Weight
145
HS
Rock Island
|
IL
2029 Rankings: Running Back Names to Know
The Rock Island back is a smaller and speedy runner at 5’5″ 145 pounds.  Really like the speed...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Meschach Bitangimana

State: Illinois
School: Rock Island
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Demarus Pitts

Demarus Pitts

IL
RB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 145
POS RB
CLASS 2029
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Demarus
Pitts RB
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
Weight
145
HS
Chicago Mt Carmel
|
IL
2029 Rankings: Running Back Names to Know
Pitts goes 5’10” and 135 pounds.  The running back has good speed both on the perimeter and in...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Demarus Pitts

State: Illinois
School: Chicago Mt Carmel
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Jaden Newing

Jaden Newing

IL
RB
HEIGHT 5'6"
WEIGHT 160
POS RB
CLASS 2029
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Jaden
Newing RB
Class
2029
Height
5'6"
Weight
160
HS
Kenwood
|
IL
2029 Rankings: Running Back Names to Know
Newing is a smaller running back at 5’6″ 160 pounds that racked up 300 rushing yards and 3...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Jaden Newing

State: Illinois
School: Kenwood
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Easton Garifo

Easton Garifo

IL
RB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 158
POS RB
CLASS 2029
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Easton
Garifo RB
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
Weight
158
HS
Huntley
|
IL
2029 Rankings: Running Back Names to Know
Garifo brings a developing frame with room to add strength. He should handle contact well for a younger...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Easton Garifo

State: Illinois
School: Huntley
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Caden Hrpcha

Caden Hrpcha

IL
RB
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS RB
CLASS 2029
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Caden
Hrpcha RB
Class
2029
Height
5'7"
HS
Huntley
|
IL
2029 Rankings: Running Back Names to Know
Hrpcha is a longer-term projection, but the showcase provides valuable exposure. His focus will be on competitiveness and...
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Caden Hrpcha

State: Illinois
School: Huntley
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Patrick Gabriel

Patrick Gabriel

IL
RB
HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 165
POS RB
CLASS 2029
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Patrick
Gabriel RB
Class
2029
Height
5'8"
Weight
165
HS
Montini
|
IL
2029 Rankings: Running Back Names to Know
Strong and stocky 5’8″ 165 pound running back that runs low to the ground and with power.  Capable...
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Patrick Gabriel

State: Illinois
School: Montini
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