Top Running Back Prospects Heading Into 2026

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the season right around the corner, we take a look at the top running backs in the Natural State. Most, if not all, of these prospects will be playing on Saturdays in 2026. Here are ten running backs to watch. (No Particular Order/Not All). <strong><em>Don't forget, our 50%-off annual subscription sale is live through the weekend (Code: Fourth50)</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1532731"],"_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-6a4921de94c63"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1532731' first='Trey' last='Stewart'], the Kansas commit, displays very good post-snap vision, allowing him to quickly and effectively identify running lanes between the tackles. His COD and lateral quickness enable him to evade early penetration from defenders and make defenders miss in space. He can outrun second-level defenders to reach the sideline and burst upfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/TreyStewart2027/status/2063753947857203600?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TreyStewart2027/status/2063753947857203600?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["441618"],"_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-6a4921de94ceb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='441618' first='Jeremiah' last='Dent'], the Arkansas commit, displays good post-snap vision to read first- and second-level defenders, allowing himself to identify his run lane on zone runs with good mental processing and patience to follow the lead blocker on inside gap runs. He has good lower-body strength, leg drive, and pad level to break arm tackles, fighting for extra yards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JeremiahD2027/status/2062564328423686326?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JeremiahD2027/status/2062564328423686326?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1173104"],"_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-6a4921de94d44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1173104' first='Carter' last='Wallace'], the Arkansas State commit, displays good footwork and patience behind the line of scrimmage. His technique is among the best in the class, showcasing his change of direction and lateral quickness to exploit cut-back lanes. Wallace demonstrates good post-snap vision, allowing him to read the flow of his blockers and attack running lanes with good burst to get past the first level. He also possesses second-level breakaway speed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CarterWallace27/status/2072651512333922720?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CarterWallace27/status/2072651512333922720?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155375"],"_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-6a4921de94d97"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1155375' first='Dallas' last='Bledsoe'] is going to garner more attention this fall on Robinson. In space, he displays good change of direction, balance, and burst, allowing him to make defenders miss and get upfield quickly. Bledsoe can also be a reliable option in the receiving game. Add him to your recruiting board. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DBledsoe30/status/2065095284330234133?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DBledsoe30/status/2065095284330234133?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1509069"],"_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-6a4921de94de7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1509069' first='Sadiq' last='Goji'] is a young, rising prospect with D1 offers from Arkansas, App State, and Missouri. Goji displays good post-snap vision, reading the flow and locating running lanes to burst through. He can get skinny or utilize his good lateral quickness, contact balance, and change of direction to bounce outside and break through contact at the point of attack. Keep an eye on him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/dekoo3x/status/2068405547028615361?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/dekoo3x/status/2068405547028615361?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">MORE TOP RUNNING BACKS:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2027 [player_tooltip player_id='1195565' first='Isaiah' last='Stephens'] - Sheridan</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2027 [player_tooltip player_id='1317669' first='Mason' last='Ball'] - Jacksonville</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2027 [player_tooltip player_id='527845' first='Joseph' last='JoJo Accelus'] - Monticello</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2028 [player_tooltip player_id='1136507' first='Kentz' last='Brown'] - Dumas</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2029 [player_tooltip player_id='1697939' first='Tavian' last='Morris'] - Bryant</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->