SGV 2027 RBs You Know Nothing About (But Should)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The San Gabriel Valley has long been one of Southern California's premier high school football regions, and the Class of 2027 is producing several talented running backs who have been making their mark on the field. These backs from different programs across the SGV have shown real production and ability through their junior seasons, delivering consistent yards, big plays, and all-purpose contributions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I thoroughly reviewed their Hudl film, studied their game stats, and broke down their tape to create honest evaluations. In the reports below, I focus on what each running back does particularly well right now, the areas where they can still grow, and how they project moving forward.</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":"Dimitri Avila","_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":"5'6u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"155","_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":"Wilson (Hacienda Heights)","_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-69b9dd1c06175"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>What he does well</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quick first-step burst and acceleration to the edge; strings together positive yards on outside runs and perimeter plays. Elusive in space with sharp cuts and lateral agility; consistently makes the first defender miss. Contributes in the passing game out of the backfield (107 receiving yards and 1 TD in 2025 season, including a 49-yard catch-and-run). Reliable volume producer on offense (381 rushing yards on 87 carries for 4.4 yards per carry; team's #2 rusher at 38.1 yards per game). Tough, competitive tackler on defense at cornerback (recorded tackles in playoff action).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What he can't do / not yet</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lacks size and power to break arm tackles or run between the tackles consistently; gets bounced off or stuffed against physical fronts. No home-run speed or long-run production (longest rush listed at 17 yards this season). Frame limits durability for a heavy workload; unlikely to hold up to repeated contact or inside carries at higher levels without major strength and bulk gains. Limited defensive impact statistically (only 4 tackles total); coverage technique and physicality in the box not yet developed. Blocking and route-running details are minimal in available film; situational roles only at this stage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>If / how you project to help a team win</strong>At the high-school level he helps by providing quick outside production, receiving versatility, and occasional defensive snaps in a spread or run-heavy scheme. At the next level (D2, D3, or JUCO), he projects strictly as a situational change-of-pace back, gadget player, or return specialist in offenses that get him in space on screens, swings, and perimeter runs. He is not built to be a feature every-down back or traditional power runner; adding 20-30 lbs of functional strength while maintaining his quickness would allow him to create mismatches in third-down packages and special teams. Without that development, his ceiling is limited.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/dimitri4_/status/2019135783228358675?s=20","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/dimitri4_/status/2019135783228358675?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Justin Clinton","_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":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"179","_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":"Bishop Amat ","_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-69b9dd1c0628e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>What he does well</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Capable of productive, efficient rushing performances. Exploded for 117 yards on 13 carries (9.0 YPC) vs Upland, including a long 28-yard run as part of a 300+ yard team rushing day. Scoring threat with long touchdown runs (27-yard TD vs St. Paul; 5-yard TD vs Murrieta Mesa). Shows value on special teams (21-yard punt return recorded). Good high-school size and physicality for the position; can run between tackles and pick up tough yards in a committee system. Versatile two-way contributor who also plays cornerback.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What he can't do / not yet</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Not currently the lead back; operates in a committee with heavy sharing of carries (team #2/3 RB behind Ryan Salcedo, averaging 21.6 rushing yards per game). Aggregate season stats remain relatively modest outside of standout games; lacks consistent every-down volume. Receiving production and route details are minimal in current film and reports. Defensive stats are low (only 1 tackle recorded in prior season), suggesting limited impact or snaps on that side. Has not yet shown elite long speed or consistent big-play ability against top competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>If / how you project to help a team win</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Helps high school teams as a reliable complementary runner and occasional return specialist in run-heavy or spread offenses. Projects at the college level (most likely D3, NAIA, or JUCO) as a rotational back or special teams player who can contribute in short-yardage and change-of-pace packages. With added strength (aim for 195-205 lbs) and refinement in receiving/pass protection, he could develop into a solid depth option at D2/D1 level. He has the frame to grow but needs to increase consistency and develop a signature trait to project higher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Dizzy2nice/status/1959111383272030678?s=20","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/Dizzy2nice/status/1959111383272030678?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Aaron Guillen","_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":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"187","_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":"Northview","_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-69b9dd1c06384"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>What he does well</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Highly efficient lead back with strong production: 414 rushing yards on just 56 carries (7.4 YPC), 59.1 yards per game, and 5 rushing TDs as the team's top rusher. Explosive vision and burst to create big plays; has multiple 40+ yard runs and standout games (e.g., 99 yards + TD in one contest, 126 yards + 2 TDs in another). Physical enough to run between the tackles and finish short-yardage/goal-line situations (documented 2-yard and 5-yard TDs). Shows receiving versatility (48 yards noted) and contributes in zone/read-option schemes. Good high-school size and competitive toughness; featured prominently in his 2:58 junior-year highlight reel with clean cuts and positive-yardage production.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What he can't do / not yet</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lacks elite top-end speed or consistent home-run ability against faster second-level defenders; longest documented gains top out around 40 yards with no 60+ breakaways. Moderate carry volume overall (shares the backfield at times); offense doesn't generate massive totals, so he hasn't proven every-down dominance. Pass protection and advanced route-running details are minimal or unfeatured in highlights. Durability and production against elite competition still unproven (Northview reached playoffs but was held to low totals in tougher matchups like Bonita).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>If / how you project to help a team win</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At the high-school level he helps by being a consistent chain-mover, red-zone threat, and efficient feature back in spread or zone schemes. At the next level he projects as a rotational/change-of-pace running back or special-teams contributor at D3, NAIA, or strong JUCO programs. With another 15lbs of functional strength, refinement in pass pro/receiving, and speed, he can carve out a role in third-down packages and short-yardage situations at D2/D1(group of 5) level. He has the frame and efficiency to stick around as a depth option, but without adding a signature trait (speed, power, or receiving polish) his ceiling stays at solid contributor rather than feature back</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/aaron_Guillen_2/status/2022386542728356094?s=20","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/aaron_Guillen_2/status/2022386542728356094?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Ethan Long ","_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":"5'9u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"185","_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":"Arcadia","_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-69b9dd1c06474"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>What he does well</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Explosive efficiency as a runner: 9.6 yards per carry on 69 carries for 663 rushing yards, including multiple chunk plays and long runs (documented 63-yard gain in season). Versatile all-purpose threat: Posted 850 all-purpose yards and 4 TDs in just 6 starts (injury-limited), with strong receiving production (167+ yards) out of the backfield and at WR. Shows burst, vision, and elusiveness in space on zone/read-option schemes; creates positive yardage and big plays consistently in the highlight reel. Compact, athletic build at 185 lbs with enough toughness to contribute on both sides of the ball and special teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What he can't do / not yet</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Durability issues from injury history limited him to only 6 starts and lower overall volume. Frame (5'9”) limits power and ability to run between the tackles or break tackles against bigger, physical fronts; more perimeter/space player than inside grinder. Not yet a feature every-down back or proven against elite competition (team finished 2-8). Pass protection details and advanced route-running polish are minimal or unfeatured in the junior highlights.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>If / how you project to help a team win</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At the high-school level he helps by stretching defenses with big-play ability, receiving versatility, and multi-positional value in spread or zone schemes. At the next level he projects as a situational change-of-pace back, gadget/receiving threat, or special-teams contributor at D3, NAIA, or strong JUCO programs. Adding another 10-15 lbs of functional strength while maintaining his speed and burst would let him carve out a reliable third-down and return role at higher College level. Without major durability or size upgrades, his ceiling stays as a depth/situational player rather than a featured back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/etn_dlong/status/1989177000632922353?s=20","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/etn_dlong/status/1989177000632922353?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Daniel Moreno","_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":"5'9u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"156","_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":"LA Serna","_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-69b9dd1c06563"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>What he does well</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shows receiving versatility out of the backfield with real production (31 receiving yards + multiple TDs in single games, plus documented rushing TDs). Capable in short-yardage and goal-line situations (multiple 1-4 yard rushing scores, including a 3-yard TD). Athletic with functional speed for his size (self-reported 4.5 forty); the 2:50 junior highlight reel features clean cuts, acceleration, and elusiveness in space. Two-way contributor who adds depth at safety on defense and has special-teams upside. Proven scorer in limited opportunities (3 rushing TDs + receiving scores as a junior; much stronger sophomore year with 375 rush yards, 5.8 YPC, and 9 TDs). Of the backs mentioned on this article, I like him the most because of his speed. Could go D1 with added weight</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What he can't do / not yet</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Very limited offensive volume and efficiency as a junior: only 156 rushing yards on 40 carries (3.9 YPC) — he was injured his Jr year. Lacks consistent explosiveness, tackle-breaking power, and big-play ability; modest YPC with no standout long runs against tougher competition. Small frame (5'9”, 160-165 lbs) limits inside power running, durability under heavy contact, and ability to break arm tackles or absorb hits. Defensive production and impact appear minimal based on team stats; no standout coverage or tackling numbers surfaced.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>If / how you project to help a team win</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At the high-school level he helps as a rotational change-of-pace back, receiving threat, and secondary depth piece in spread or run-heavy schemes. At the next level he projects as a D2/D3 or JUCO back. He would need size and strength gains (20+ lbs of functional muscle) plus a major jump in production, physicality, and consistency to get a higher level, College projection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Daniel_Moreno27/status/1998273703445184621?s=20","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/Daniel_Moreno27/status/1998273703445184621?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":2152644,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Donovan Murillo","_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":"5'6u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"170","_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":"Montebello","_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-69b9dd1c06654"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>What he does well</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dominant every-down feature back with outstanding volume and production: 1,183 rushing yards on 241 carries (4.9 YPC), 84.5 yards per game, and 15 rushing TDs, plus 301 receiving yards as the clear offensive leader. Explosive in big moments and playoffs: Posted massive playoff numbers (including a 264-yard, 4-TD game) and helped Montebello reach the CIF Division 13 championship; named CIF D13 Offensive MVP. Versatile all-purpose threat who contributes as a receiver out of the backfield and creates chunk plays consistently in spread/zone schemes. Tough, competitive finisher who handles a heavy workload and scores repeatedly; Hudl highlights show repeated big runs, vision, and positive-yardage production across regular season and playoff clips.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What he can't do / not yet</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Extremely undersized (5'6”, 170 lbs); lacks the frame, power, and durability to consistently break arm tackles, run between the tackles, or absorb hits against physical fronts at higher levels. No elite top-end speed or consistent home-run ability documented; relies more on scheme, vision, and effort than pure athletic separation. Pass protection and advanced blocking details are minimal or unfeatured in available film. Production, while impressive, came in a lower-tier division (CIF D13); unproven against elite competition with bigger, faster defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>If / how you project to help a team win</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At the high-school level he helped by being the focal point of the offense, a consistent chain-mover, red-zone threat, and playoff hero in run-heavy or spread schemes. At the next level he projects strictly as a situational change-of-pace back, gadget/receiving threat, or special-teams contributor at strong D3/NAIA or JUCO programs. Adding significant functional strength (20-30+ lbs) while keeping his burst and toughness could allow a depth role in third-down and return packages at higher College level. Without major physical upgrades, his size caps his ceiling despite the strong production and MVP-level performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/coachmark_48/status/1994628462041338146?s=20","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/coachmark_48/status/1994628462041338146?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->