A long-time North Carolina State commit, Freeman returns after leading the offense in yardage last season. He’s an outstanding receiver out of the backfield, and he showed a willingness and ability to operate between the tackles last year, too. Freeman put up over 1,600 yards last season, finding the end zone 21 times as a junior.

The infrastructure around Freeman is such that the NC State commit could have a massive senior season. In addition to his speed and cutting abilities, he’s one of the best receivers at the running back position in the state, and he could theoretically push 2,000 yards this season if things break in his favor.

Freeman has been the lead back for an excellent Southeast Raleigh squad for multiple seasons, running for over 1,300 yards this season after almost 900 as a sophomore. His ability as a receiver out of the backfield is what sets him apart, with 44 catches for well over 500 yards over the last two seasons. He’s one of the top backs not only in the county, but also in the state.

Freeman continues to creep up our rankings, as he’s one of the steadiest backs in the state. He ran for 100 yards in all but one win last season, hitting 100 scrimmage yards in every game he had at least 10 touches. He’s a weapon as a receiver out of the backfield and improved his pass-blocking abilities this season, giving him three-down college upside.

In a region loaded with talent, Christian Freeman Christian Freeman 5'9" | 180 lbs | RB/ATH Southeast Raleigh | 2027 State NC has still managed to separate himself as one of the top backs in the entire 919 this season. A former NC State commit with Power-4 athleticism written all over him, Freeman is the kind of player who stands out the moment the ball touches his hands. His combination of route-running polish, top-end speed, and brute power makes him one of the most complete offensive weapons in the state—capable of lining up anywhere and creating instant problems for a defense.

Freeman isn’t just explosive—he’s unpredictable. He can take a swing pass 60 yards, lower his shoulder for the tough yards inside, or run a crisp route and win like a wide receiver. That versatility has made him the centerpiece of Southeast Raleigh’s offensive identity all season long.

As the Bulldogs prepare for a massive Round 2 clash with New Bern, Freeman becomes the unquestioned X-factor. If Southeast Raleigh plans to defend their home turf and advance, Freeman will need to have one of those signature “big-time player” performances—the kind he’s delivered over and over this year. When he’s rolling, he changes the entire feel of a game, and Southeast Raleigh will look to unleash him early and often.