Amari Pryear Amari Pryear 5'6" | 180 lbs | RB Bethel | 2026 State VA has carried the football 145 times for 1,266 yards and 20 touchdowns so far this season. He is one of the most productive backs in the region and in the state. Pryear can run that ball and is more than an effective pass-catcher out of the backfield. He’s a natural playmaker and is what makes Bethel’s offense go. Pound-for-pound, he’s one of the best players in the state. I’m impressed with the number of big plays in his mid-season highlights. Pryear is a natural at running back.

Bethel High school product Amari Pryear Amari Pryear 5'6" | 180 lbs | RB Bethel | 2026 State VA saw a jump from just outside of the top 300 to 78th overall. Pryear who has committed to Hampton University, had 1500 rushing yards to go along with 24 touchdowns.

Through the first seven games of his season (as of 10/18/24), Pryear has proven to be a productive runner, amassing 795 yards and 13 touchdowns on 101 carries. Although undersized at 5-foot-6 and 175 pounds, his impact on the field is undeniable. While his receiving stats aren’t available, his highlight reel demonstrates his skills as a capable pass-catcher out of the backfield, adding versatility to his game.

Pryear possesses excellent peripheral vision at the second level, allowing him to spot and exploit openings. His start-stop quickness is impressive, making him elusive and challenging to bring down. He explodes through the hole with authority and shows resilience against contact, maintaining his speed and power whether running inside or outside. His ability to cut without losing acceleration makes him a dynamic threat on every snap.