Friday Night Spotlight: 5 Explosive 2028 Running Backs

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2230039"],"_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-6a64c1752366c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2230039' first='Kristian' last='Athill'] is a classic one-cut-and-go running back. He shows good patience as he waits for the hole to open and then explodes through it. He also has a physical running style as he is hard to tackle. He is especially good running between the tackles. The other strength is that he catches the ball well. He runs good routes and knows how to make defenders miss afterwards. Athill is a highly skilled running back in the 2028 class. His ability to run the ball makes him special. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨[player_tooltip player_id='2230039' first='Kristian' last='Athill'] co'2028<br>Offensive highlights!<a href="https://t.co/DybT6ywdiD">https://t.co/DybT6ywdiD</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2230039' first='Kristian' last='Athill'] (@KristianAthill1) <a href="https://x.com/KristianAthill1/status/2066522431234134117?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1649891"],"_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-6a64c175236ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1649891' first='George' last='Stein'] is a legit running back in the 2028 class. He is a tough, physical, and rugged running back. He is excellent at running hard and breaking tackles. On several runs, I saw him break 3 or 4 tackles. That's how physical he is as a runner. He also shows good speed, as he can score anytime he touches the ball. Once he gets into the open field, he has legit speed. Then, as a cornerback, he shows good coverage skills. He also has good ball skills. Stein is a highly skilled running back. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sophomore season highlights <br>Offense &amp; Defense <br>75 carry's<br>444 rushing yards <br>5.9 yd avg<br>6 TD<br>31 tackles<br>2 INT<a href="https://t.co/dqfD7iSGEE">https://t.co/dqfD7iSGEE</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1649891' first='George' last='Stein'] (@georgestein25) <a href="https://x.com/georgestein25/status/2008679278091678128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2135324"],"_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-6a64c1752374d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2135324' first='Prince' last='Wratto'] is an explosive athlete in the 2028 class. He can score anytime he touches the ball. He is special in the open field. His speed is top-notch, as he runs past defenders. He is also an elusive and physical runner. The other part of his game that is impressive is his versatility. He can play as either a slot receiver or as a running back. He has good hands, as he catches the ball well. He then runs good routes to create separation. Wratto is an excellent playmaker who can do it all as a running back. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Here are my stats from UA Combine in Baltimore <a href="https://x.com/coach_gal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coach_gal</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachMacElite?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMacElite</a> <a href="https://x.com/EdOBrienCFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EdOBrienCFB</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachLanceo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachLanceo</a> <a href="https://x.com/CaryMoyer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CaryMoyer</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachAhmadTUFF?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachAhmadTUFF</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachEJbarthel?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachEJbarthel</a> <a href="https://t.co/8hbF6xOag4">pic.twitter.com/8hbF6xOag4</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2135324' first='Prince' last='Wratto'] (@WrattoPrince) <a href="https://x.com/WrattoPrince/status/2062283504319152376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 3, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1894134"],"_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-6a64c175237aa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1894134' first='Heath' last='Schnipke'] is an excellent running back who packs a punch as a runner. He gets downhill quickly and runs hard. His physical running style makes him difficult to tackle. He then flashes good speed, and he can take it to the end zone. He is also a workhorse running back. Last season for Warwick, he carried the ball 239 times. He is a good running back who is highly skilled. I am excited to see his progress this year as I expect him to continue his top running ability. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sophomore regular season highlights <br>239 carries<br>1,230 yards<br>15 touchdowns<br>5 receptions <br>76 yards<a href="https://x.com/WarwickFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WarwickFB</a> <a href="https://x.com/VinnyLePre?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@VinnyLePre</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachMumma?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMumma</a> <a href="https://t.co/4GHXDzQZwS">https://t.co/4GHXDzQZwS</a> <a href="https://t.co/19tpTrjzvI">pic.twitter.com/19tpTrjzvI</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1894134' first='Heath' last='Schnipke'] (@HeathSchnipke) <a href="https://x.com/HeathSchnipke/status/1983969818400452665?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2112638"],"_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-6a64c1752381e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2112638' first='Doryan' last='Peay'] is a legit running back with elite speed. Once he gets into the open field, he is next to impossible to tackle because of his speed. He is a long-strider as a runner, which allows him to exploit his speed. He also shows good patience as he waits for the hole to open, and then he explodes through it. He is also good on kickoff returns. He uses his speed to hit the return and make big plays. Peay is a talented running back with elite speed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Check out my sophomore highlights <a href="https://t.co/97XOSr1vKC">https://t.co/97XOSr1vKC</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2112638' first='Doryan' last='Peay'] (@Doryanpeayjr) <a href="https://x.com/Doryanpeayjr/status/1982948621038342153?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->