Work Horse Look: Notable RBs That Will Produce

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2075106' first='Elijah' last='Legrande'] | Cambridge Christian | @ElijahLegrande2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LeGrande brings a strong combination of power, vision and speed to the backfield. He runs with good pad level and contact balance while showing the burst to hit creases and create after contact. His physical profile gives him plenty of upside as a featured back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kamari Smith | RB | 2027 | Lake Wales | @D1kamari2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith has the burst and vision to make big plays happen quickly. His patience, acceleration and ability to hit the home run have stood out throughout the offseason. Another big season could put him firmly in the conversation among the area's top backs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tommy Scott | Sumner | @ltjscottl</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scott is a legit playmaker with a track background that shows up in his game speed. He has enough size to handle carries while possessing the acceleration to turn a crease into a big play. Expect him to be a problem once he gets into the second level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Rondai Dile | Armwood | @macho_60</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dile looks the part physically and moves like a back with serious upside. His frame and athleticism immediately stand out, and his performances at college camps have already drawn attention. A 2028 name I'm excited to see develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jaikim Haggans | Alonso | @Jaikimhaggans1x</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Haggans is a smooth runner with good tempo and natural feel in space. He makes subtle cuts, has good vision and brings value as a pass catcher out of the backfield. There's a lot to like as he continues developing physically.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1682016' first='Reagan' last='Korlacki'] | RB | 2027 | Santa Fe Catholic | @ReaganKorlacki</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Korlacki gives Santa Fe Catholic a dependable presence in the backfield with his physical running style and ability to handle volume. He runs with balance and keeps the offense moving forward. I'm interested to see how much more he gets involved as a receiver this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Luby Jones | Berkeley Prep | @jones_luby</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jones enters the season with plenty of momentum after helping Berkeley Prep win a state title. The rising sophomore has good contact balance, leg drive and a one-cut style that allows him to get downhill quickly. His development this season will be worth following closely.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Issac Farling | MDCA | @issacgtw</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Farling put together ridiculous production last season, finishing with 1,772 rushing yards and 28 rushing touchdowns. He brings size, vision and physicality to the position while consistently creating through contact. After that type of production, there's plenty of reason to be excited about what's next.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2130583' first='Antwon' last='Johnson'] | ATH | 2027 | TVC | @09Twon1213</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson has a smooth running style with good vision and patience behind his blockers. Once he sees the lane, he can accelerate quickly and finish runs with balance. An under-the-radar name who could gain plenty of attention with a strong season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brian Ford | RB | 2027 | East Lake | @BrianFord33</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ford broke through with more than 1,000 rushing yards and double-digit touchdowns last season. He has the production to back up his athletic ability and feels like a player who is still flying under the radar outside the area. This season is a big opportunity to change that.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TJ McCormick | RB | 2027 | MDCA | @tjmccormick27</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McCormick turned limited opportunities into huge production last season, rushing for more than 1,200 yards on just 102 carries with 18 touchdowns. His ability to accelerate through space and create explosive plays makes him an intriguing back heading into his senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Larry Christian | SPC | @LarryChris38028</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Christian brings a physical presence to the backfield with his downhill running style and ability to finish through contact. He's at his best when he can get downhill and impose his physicality. His toughness and scoring ability make him a player to watch this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Shawn Pope | Zephyrhills | @ShawnPope_rb1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pope has an opportunity to take on a much bigger role this season and show what he can do with more touches. He brings athleticism and playmaking ability to the backfield, and increased volume could lead to a major jump in production.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->