Mangrum had a phenomenal season. This running back out of Sand Creek measures in at 5’10 185-pounds. He had 174 carries for 2001 yards, averaging 11.5 yards per carry for 30 touchdowns, and 11 receptions for 117 yards with 2 touchdowns. Mangrum has very good athletic ability due to elite change of direction, very good speed, acceleration, and balance. He has elite vision. Very good inside and outside running. If a hole is covered, he’ll use his controlled jump cuts to pivot and find an open route. Mangrum is an elusive bruiser, mixing speed and power. He runs through defenders effortlessly, or glides through the field like an ice skater. He’s smooth on his feet, consistently making defenders miss. Defenses also must be aware of his receiving ability. But wait, Mangrum also has very good pass protection. He gets low and uses his very good strength to block extra defenders. He allows his QB to get extra time in the pocket and find the open man downfield. I love this kid’s film, and I’m surprised colleges haven’t found him yet. They will in due time.

Mangrum had a statement season, solidifying his status as a top Colorado running back. The 5’9 180-pound running back had 174 carries for 2001 yards with 30 touchdowns, 11 receptions for 117 yards and 2 touchdowns. Mangrum has very good athletic ability due to elite change of direction, very good acceleration, and balance. Explosive quick start. He has very good inside and outside running. He hits the gaps with bursts of speed and uses his elite vision to run through the defense. Or he’ll hit the perimeter and be gone. Mixtures of weaver and power. Explosive jump cuts and a very good juke move to gain yards after contact. Or he’ll use his very good balance to bounce off the tacklers. Mangrum has smooth and controlled body movements. Mangrum is very good in pass protection, allowing extra time for this QB to throw. He is also a good receiver out of the backfield. Don’t be surprised when colleges start to see this talent.

Mangrum has been nearly unstoppable this season, leading all of 4A with 1,579 rushing yards on just 124 carries. His 24 rushing touchdowns are a testament to his vision, balance and ability to break away once he finds daylight. A Division I caliber athlete, Mangrum’s versatility shows in the passing game as well, where he’s added seven receptions for 115 yards and two touchdowns. He’s a complete offensive weapon capable of carrying a team deep into the postseason. Defenders have struggled to contain his burst and power combination, making him one of the toughest players in the state to game plan for. His continued dominance has solidified him as one of Colorado’s premier offensive threats for the 2027 class.

Mangrum lit up the scoreboard in the upset over Denver East. He had 17 carries for 190 yards and 4 touchdowns with 1 reception for 13 yards. He averaged 11.2 yards per carry and his longest rush was 58 yards. He showed off his very good athletic ability due to elite speed, change of direction, very good acceleration, and balance. Mangrum has elite vision and weaves around defenders. On his first TD play, he juked out 3 defenders and ran through the entire defense for a 60+ yard TD.  Very good juke moves and dynamic cuts. Mangrum has home run speed, and consistently would gain yards after contact. Even though he’s a weaver, he isn’t afraid of getting physical and laying the boom. Mangrum also showed off  his blocking skills out ins pace. He lined up in the slot to block for his QB on the option, and killed it. Locked up the LB on 2 separate option plays, and created lanes for his QB. Kid is a dawg, and I believe he will cement himself as one of the top running backs in the state after this season.

The other half of Sand Creek’s outstanding backfield, Mangrum brings versatility that allows him to impact games in multiple ways. He’s explosive in the open field, capable of breaking long runs once he finds daylight. Mangrum’s speed and agility make him a problem on the edge, but what sets him apart is his ability to contribute as a receiver out of the backfield. With soft hands and precise route running, he gives Sand Creek’s offense another dimension, forcing defenses to account for him on every snap. After a 1,000-yard campaign last season, Mangrum has already proven his ability, but this year he looks to elevate his game even further. He’s a player that could open Week 1 with a statement performance.

Mangrum consistently makes big plays wherever he slots in on the field. The ATH plays RB, QB and SS. Last season, he accounted for 171 carries for 1404 yards and 15 touchdowns, 32/59 for 551 yards, 8 TDS, 4 INT, with a 54.2% completion rate. On the defensive side, he had 20 total tackles (8 solo, 12 assisted), 1 TFL, 1 INT, 2 PD, and 1 FF. He has very good athletic ability due to very good change of direction, acceleration, speed, and balance. Mangrum is an elusive back who weaves through the defense. Uses his very good vision to find a route. If one gap is covered, he uses his dynamic cuts to maneuver into the open one. He consistently gets yards after contact, bounces off defenders and shows off his very good balance. He has a good stiff arm as well, and has home run speed. There’s a reason why he’s ranked so highly, and the tape proves that.

Mangrum leads all 2027 running backs with 1404 yards on 171 yards, 15 touchdowns, 32/59 551 yards, 8 touchdowns, and 4 INT. He’s a very versatile player, playing QB, RB, and SS. Mangrum has very good athletic ability due to very good speed, change of direction, acceleration, and balance. He’s the whole package. He is more of a weaving type of RB, using his very good vision to create himself a path. He has home run speed, and once he gets loose, he’s gone. Mangrum is very elusive and shifty. He bounces off defenders like a pinball. Good juke move and dynamic cuts to make defenders miss. Mangrum has good catching too. He adjusts to the thrown ball. As a safety, he consistently attacks the ball, and ball carrier. He is a name to know moving forward, and has been dominating as a sophomore.

This sophomore phenom delivered a dual-threat performance, rushing for 1,404 yards on 171 carries at 8.2 yards per rush while scoring 15 touchdowns. As if that wasn’t enough, Mangrum added 551 passing yards and eight passing TDs, showcasing his versatility. He’s just scratching the surface of his potential.

Ethan Mangrum Ethan Mangrum 5'9" | 185 lbs | RB/DB Sand Creek | 2027 State CO ‘s stats are nothing short of electrifying. Standing at 5’9 and weighing 170 pounds, Mangrum rushed for an astonishing 1,404 yards on 171 carries, averaging 140 yards per game. With 15 touchdowns to his name, he consistently left defenders in his wake. His relentless drive and unmatched agility make him a player to watch as he continues to carve his path to greatness.

Mangrum showed off his athleticism against Palmer Ridge. The athlete went 3/4 for 56 yards 1 TD, 8 carries for 147 yards, 3 touchdowns, 1 reception for 9 yards. Mangrum has very good athletic ability due to elite acceleration, very good speed, and change of direction. Once the ball was in his hands, he used his homerun speed to blaze past the 2^nd and 3^rd level into the endzone. Mangrum is an angry runner, running with a chip on his shoulder. He has very good vision to identify the holes, and exploit them. He’s only a sophomore and is already showing how versatile of player he is. More teams need to keep an eye on Mangrum.