March Rankings Update: 2025 Running Backs

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have officially released another rankings update in the state of Arkansas for the class of 2025. In this article, we will showcase the 2025 running backs with some analysis. Over the next month, I will breakdown these rankings by position in each class with other segments included.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2025","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2408","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6608383dac241"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["865679"],"_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_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e6-Footu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e200 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRunning Backu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernLittle Rock Parkview running back u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022 data-ol-has-click-handler=u0022u0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eCameron Settlesu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e brings power, speed athleticism to the position. Settles is the 3rd rated overall player and 1st overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He displays physical downhill (north u0026amp; south) running, breaking tackles and showcasing great vision through the tackles with solid contact balance. Good build with active feet that allows him to consistently break through contact, keeping his balance and bursting up field. Good lateral agility and footwork with a second level burst that allows him to breakaway.rnrnNote – 3.8 GPA","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6608383daccbd"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/settles_cameron/status/1773381776330703261","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/settles_cameron/status/1773381776330703261 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["188134"],"_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_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e6-Footu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e170 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRunning Backu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernLittle Rock Parkview running back u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022 data-ol-has-click-handler=u0022u0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eMonterrio Elston Jr.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e brings versatility to an offense with the ability to not just line up in the backfield but can move out wide in the slot or be put in motion. Elston Jr. is the 7th rated overall player and 2nd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He displays a quick burst off the snap with good foot quickness, exploding through the tackles with phenomenal second level breakaway speed. Demonstrates great lateral agility, fluid movement within his cuts, allowing himself to change direction quickly. Impressive vision through the gaps with his one-cut ability. Out wide, his route running, and separation skills are impressive with solid hands.rnrnNote – 4.4 40","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6608383dacd37"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/monterrioelston/status/1771234812163977456","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/monterrioelston/status/1771234812163977456 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["261846"],"_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_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e6-Footu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e185 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRunning Backu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernAshdown running back [player_tooltip player_id='261846' first='Darnell' last='Williams'] showcases his speed, power and athleticism on almost every rep. Williams is the 20th rated overall player and 3rd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He displays a quick first step, with good burst through the tackles. Good fluidity and lateral agility to one-cut and instantly get up field. Good vision behind the tackles with patience to find the hole and the explode through it. He can be a physical runner, constantly breaking tackles with his contact balance, active feet and quickness.rnrnNote - Mutli Sport Athlete","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6608383dacd9d"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/IamDwilliams25/status/1765197519636599288","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/IamDwilliams25/status/1765197519636599288 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["830813"],"_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_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e5-Foot-10u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e190 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRunning Backu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernLittle Rock Southwest running back Luther Tucker showcases great contact balance with agility and can hit the hole with an excellent burst. Tucker is the 33rd rated overall player and 4th overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He's a fluid athlete that's agile and runs with good pad level to break through contact. Also demonstrates fluid movement and lateral agility within his cuts, making it hard for the defense to breakdown and make a play. Tucker is also a threat in the passing game, making him so versatile.rnrnNote – 3.1 GPA u0026amp; 4.5 40","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6608383dacdfc"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/lll_luther/status/1773381831305408523","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/lll_luther/status/1773381831305408523 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["533490"],"_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_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e5-Foot-10u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e180 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRunning Backu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernArkadelphia running back u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eKyle Reedu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e displays great vision, speed and agility to be lethal in the backfield. Reed is the 40th rated overall player and 5th overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. His burst and acceleration gives him the ability to reach the second level quickly while being a physical running back. Good contact balance with the ability to be a catch and run threat in the receiving game.rnrnNote – 3.4 GPA / 30″ Vert","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6608383dace5f"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KyleReed_27/status/1618450226813218820","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KyleReed_27/status/1618450226813218820 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OTHER TOP 50 RUNNING BACKS IN THE CLASS OF 2025:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6. [player_tooltip player_id='323923' first='Cameron' last='Keller'] (Van Buren)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->