E.J. Brown is another explosive running back in the 2025 class who remains uncommitted despite steadily rising stock. Doubling as a standout track athlete, E.J. brings elite speed and acceleration to the football field. His success in the 100-meter, 110-meter, and 400-meter hurdles is a testament to his athleticism and burst—traits that translate seamlessly into his game as a running back.

E.J.’s vision and ability to find and hit holes stand out on the field. Once he identifies an opening, his burst allows him to explode through the gap and take it to the house. He has a knack for making the most of every opportunity, showcasing the kind of open-field speed that puts pressure on defenses to account for him at all times. In today’s game, running backs who combine vision, speed, and acceleration are invaluable, and E.J. fits that mold perfectly.

Recently, after earning an offer from Florida Memorial University (FMU), E.J.’s recruitment could gain momentum as the transfer portal chaos settles. With his ability to bring instant juice to any running back room, he’s a weapon that college programs will covet. Expect E.J. to decide soon, and whichever school lands him will gain a dynamic playmaker capable of breaking games open with his speed and explosiveness.

EJ Brown EJ Brown 5'9" | 170 lbs | RB Plainfield | 2025 State NJ has lived up to the hype in 2024 for Plainfield. The last time EJ was on the field, he put on a special performance against a talented Passaic Tech. In the 12-18 loss, EJ was still able to find success by running for 152 yards and finding the end zone once. EJ has now rushed for 887 yards and 11 touchdowns so far this year, but has one more game left in his high school career.

Plainfield will be squaring off against Westfield Thanksgiving morning, an opponent that has dominated the rivalry as of late. Plainfield will need to find production out of their lead back early on in the game if they want to get past Westfield. EJ is not only a shifty runner with the ball in his hands, but is one that will lower his shoulder and bring the hit to the defender in short yardage situations. As long as Plainfield can feed the ball to EJ up the middle, they should have no problems moving the ball down the field. EJ has a talent for getting skinny in the hole and emerging in the second level ready to put a juke on a defender.

Running back EJ Brown EJ Brown 5'9" | 170 lbs | RB Plainfield | 2025 State NJ showcased his explosiveness in this game, especially in the second half. Late in the third quarter, he broke off a massive run for over 20 yards, setting the tone for his performance. Shortly after, he capitalized on a turnover, punching in a three-yard rushing touchdown. EJ proved he can create big plays on the ground and finish drives in the red zone, making him a key factor in Plainfield’s offensive attack.