5 of MD’s Top 10 leading Rushers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jazir Dickerson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2408","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Colonel Richardson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-692c5d7cba989"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Colonel Richardson makes it a priority to get Dickerson on the edge, and once he's in space, his long-striding acceleration and field vision take over. Standing at 6'2”, he's a matchup problem in the open field, able to press the perimeter, read blocks with patience, and explode through running lanes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Operating out of Colonel Richardson's double-wing offense, Dickerson delivered one of the most productive seasons in the state, rushing for 1,561 yards and 23 touchdowns. His blend of size, stride length, and fluid movement makes him a unique weapon within the system and a rising name in his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JazirDickerson2/status/1985737272189194396","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/JazirDickerson2/status/1985737272189194396 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1611712"],"_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-692c5d7cbaa12"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1611712' first='Darius' last='Moore'] is one of the most electric open-field runners in Maryland, a back whose game is defined by sudden shiftiness and breakaway speed. Once he gets into space, he becomes a matchup nightmare, stacking cuts, slipping tackles, and turning routine touches into explosive gains with a deep bag of open-field moves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moore put together a standout season for Howard, finishing with 1,467 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns while operating as the team's unquestioned workhorse. His biggest performance came in a dominant 256-yard, 2-touchdown outing that showcased his ability to take over a game from start to finish.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Moore's playmaking ability has already drawn collegiate attention, earning him offers from in-state Morgan State and Seton Hill University,</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/theonly1_darius/status/1974914206223753321","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/theonly1_darius/status/1974914206223753321 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2055406"],"_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-692c5d7cbaa6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2055406' first='Noah' last='Zhang'] is a true north–south playmaker whose impact shows up in every phase of the offense. Whether he's attacking downhill in the run game or slipping out of the backfield as a receiving threat, Zhang pairs sharp instincts with decisive burst to consistently flip field position. He was one of the most productive backs in the state this season, finishing 6th with 1,417 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns, while adding three more scores through the air. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17928363/Noah-Zhang">https://www.hudl.com/profile/17928363/Noah-Zhang</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1697682"],"_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-692c5d7cbaabc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1697682' first='Gabriel' last='Copeland'] brings a strong blend of size, speed, and power to the Huntigtown backfield, and his running style has made him one of the most reliable backs in Maryland this season. He ripped off multiple runs of 40-plus yards, consistently showing the long speed to pull away from defenders once he hits the second level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Copeland doesn't just win with acceleration, he runs through arm tackles, drags defenders for extra yards, and finishes the play with grit and physicality. His breakout senior campaign included 1,325 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns, solidifying him as one of the top backs in his class, placing him at 7th.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As Huntingtown prepares for its upcoming state championship appearance, expect Copeland to play a major role. He's been a spark for their offense all year, and his momentum suggests he's primed for another big-time performance on the biggest stage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/xcopeland7639/status/1992092392057356362","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/xcopeland7639/status/1992092392057356362 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1630032"],"_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-692c5d7cbab10"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kodi Gardner put his balanced skill set on full display this season, combining explosive big-play speed with impressive yards-after-contact ability to carve up defenses week after week. Gardner rushed for 1,325 yards and an eye-popping 24 touchdowns, placing him eighth in the state in rushing yards while establishing himself as one of Maryland's most dangerous scoring threats. His blend of acceleration, toughness, and consistency makes him a centerpiece of the Flowers offense and a rising name to know in the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KodiGardner21/status/1980467128085135449","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/KodiGardner21/status/1980467128085135449 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->