2028 Rankings: In Depth On RB’s Stepping Into Big Roles

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2028 Rankings have release and we have a loaded RB room in New York State, filled top to bottom with talent from all across the state. Thirty Running Backs appear ranked with more on our watch list. In this article, we take a look at a few Running Backs from across the State of New York, who are stepping into big roles this season for their squads. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">Want to stay updated with the latest news and articles from Prep Redzone NY? 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Reeves and Banks have big shoes to fill as they look to replicate the production Davis accumulated. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Measurables:</strong> Reeves stands at 5'7", showing a growing but smaller height for a RB. His weight at 170-Pounds, is solid but he should look to improve his build as he progresses through High School. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Evaluation:</strong> Reeves is a talented back who played a ton of reps in the past two seasons with the Gaels. Reeves has limited film but showed good promise as a receiving back, and has solid hands that can make good catches when needed. He has good footwork and displays solid speed, but I need to see more from the Iona Prep prospect, and this season will be huge for the talented prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2117944"],"_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-6a204293b6073"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Background:</strong> Johnson is a young athlete who has showed promise and versatility at showcases throughout High School. As he goes through Junior Year, he will be stepping into a big role as a veteran back for the Long Island squad. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Measurables:</strong> Johnson has a slim frame, which allows him to play at WR, and DB if needed. Standing at 5'10" 165-Pounds, he should look to add more weight, to fill out his frame and add more physicality and strength to his game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Evaluation:</strong> Johnson is another player who has limited film, and can benefit from more reps moving froward. He was excellent at the NE Showcase, where he showed good footwork, along with a quick burst. He was a strong ball carrier, and got in and out of cuts smoothly. I like him in the passing game, and he showcased the ability to be a threat as a receiving back for Brentwood. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1262557"],"_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-6a204293b6092"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Background:</strong> Banks is one of two RB's stepping into the spotlight for the top team as they lose UNC Commit Crew Davis. Reeves and Banks have big shoes to fill as they look to replicate the production Davis accumulated. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Measurables:</strong> Banks has a smaller frame, but shows promise and has time and room to grow into his ideal body. He has solid weight, and should add more strength and muscle as he continues growing. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Evaluation:</strong> Banks shows good versatility, playing as both a RB, and a LB for the Gaels. He is a balanced runner, who utilizes leverage to avoid tackles. He is exceptional in space, and showcases an exceptional burst which allows him to reach his top speed quickly and can be a major speed threat for any team. I want to see him work on his footwork, to improve with cuts, and moving through gaps behind the LOS. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1367174"],"_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-6a20580dc8b81"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Background:</strong> Whitney is a Western New York Prospect who has made noise throughout his whole career in High School. As an upcoming Junior, he should be a player to keep an eye on to impress upstate. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Measurables:</strong> Whitney has a solid frame, standing at 5'9", and showcasing decent height for a younger prospect. His weight is solid, and he should look to add more weight and muscle as he continues to grow into his frame. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Evaluation:</strong> Whitney has exceptional footwork, and I like his vision behind the LOS, which allows him to find gaps across the line. Behind the LOS, he can plant his feet and become a balanced runner, making quick directional changes, and allowing him to get a quick burst of speed at the start of plays. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->