2028 Rankings: WNY RB's To Know

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 Western New York 2028 Running Backs from across the state you should watch.   Want to stay updated with the latest news and articles from Prep Redzone NY? Follow me on Twitter <a href="https://x.com/PRZcory">PrzCory</a> so you never miss a beat!   <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />    Background: Stevens suits up for Health Sciences Charter in WNY, and slots in as the 6th ranked RB in the new update of the Prep Redzone NY Rankings. He has been a long standing top ten RB in the state.   Measurables: Stevens measures in at 5'9" 170-Pounds, giving him a solid but slim frame for a RB. He is on the smaller and slimmer side and can add more muscle and weight moving forward.   Evaluation: His vision is easily on display at the start of his film, as he instantly finds holes, and makes quick cuts behind the LOS. This can sometimes leave him in tricky position potentially leading to negative yards. He is a balanced runner, who can stop on a dime and move in and out of cuts. I like his ability to work in space, and he attacks the ground with a good burst, which comes to play past the LOS, and solid speed.     Background: Next up is [player_tooltip player_id='1939503' first='Leo' last='Burg']. The Williamsville North Prospect, is a newer name to the rankings, but one that continues to make a name for himself. He has the ability to play on both sides of the field, with snaps at RB, and LB.   Measurables: Burg measured in at 5'8" 185-Pounds, showcasing a solid frame for a RB. I do want to see him add more weight and muscle, as he is on the slimmer side of the chart.   Evaluation: Burg is an exceptional athlete, who displays elite speed. He can run through a hole with ease, and in a flash, making it hard for the first level to wrap him up. He has a good IQ, and understands how to use his footwork to reach the second level. He does tend to run into crowds, but showcases good elusiveness, and can shake off tackles and keep running. He can make cuts, and his burst out of cuts is exceptional. Burg is a solid prospect who continues to impress on the football field.     Background: Welch hails all the way from the West, in Niagara Falls. The 2028 Prospect is a name I have been watching improve consistently. He can play on both sides of the ball, and shows some versatility at LB.   Measurables: Welch is a bit undersized for a RB/LB at the moment standing at 5'7" 175-Pounds. He should reach the 185-Pound mark minimum to add more muscle, and fill out his frame.   Evaluation: Welch is a strong runner, who can find the holes in the A or B gap, regardless of which side he lines up. He can run right into his line, which is something he should work on along with footwork, and slowing the play down behind the LOS. He has good strength, and can carry defenders for extra yards, always falling forward on his carries. He has a quick burst and solid speed, which sees him break through big gaps and take off on occasion. I want to see more from him from a footwork perspective moving forward, as he is a solid back ready to break free.     Background: Pfeiffer is an intriguing prospect who can play on both sides of the field. The Section Six prospect, can play DB as well as RB, and his versatility makes him a name to watch moving forward.   Measurables: Pfeiffer has an intriguing build for a prospect, but it is one he should look to improve. Standing at 6'0" his height is good for a RB/DB prospect. He needs to improve his weight, as he is on the slimmer side. For both positions, he should look to reach a minimum of 175-180-Pounds.   Evaluation: Pfeiffer is known as an evader on the football field, and he is incredibly hard to tackle. He is extremely fast, and I like his ability to take off with the ball in his hands. He should look to slow plays down on occasion behind the LOS, to ensure he runs through the correct gap on the line. He has solid footwork, and is a down hill runner, who makes a big impact downfield. I do like his ability to evade tackles, and this makes him an elite threat, which adding more muscle and weight should help with.

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 Western New York 2028 Running Backs from across the state you should watch.