Ezra Sanelivi
Ezra Sanelivi
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Zack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Sanelivi added an offer from Washington St. in early March. The top-ranked running back in PRZ NV’s 2027 rankings continued to be a dominant force out of the Liberty backfield rushing for 745 yards and 9 TDs on 127 carries last season. He’s a tough, physical runner and a well-balanced back that can block, catch, and make plays with the ball in his hands. Sanelivi holds 15 D-I offers including Cal, Oregon St., Iowa St., Washington, Hawaii and others.
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Ezra Sanelivi
Ezra
Sanelivi
5'11" | 195 lbs | RB
Liberty | 2027
State
NV
stands out as the premier running back in Nevada’s 2027 class and one of the top prospects nationally thanks to his rare combination of size, power, and explosiveness. He runs with a physical edge, consistently breaking tackles and finishing through contact while maintaining downhill momentum. Despite his bigger frame, Sanelivi shows impressive burst through the hole and the ability to separate in the second level. His vision and patience allow him to set up blocks effectively, making him more than just a power back. With double-digit Division I offers already on the table, he has firmly established himself as a cornerstone talent in this class.
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Even though Sanelivi had less rushing yds, he played in 2 less games as a Jr. He ran and improved to almost 6 yds/carry in 2025. He really has elevated his vision and patience in finding holes in Liberty’s run game.
He had 2 big games rushing for over 100 yds against Skyridge (122) and against Faith Lutheran (163)
He is expected to have a huge breakout year as a senior for the Patriots.
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Read EvaluationNathaniel Oishi | Prep Redzone Scout
Sanelivi has continued to dominate on the ground, averaging close to 100 yards a game for the Patriots against a tough national schedule. Sanelivi will be an x-factor in controlling the game on Friday night against Desert Pines.
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Read EvaluationNathaniel Oishi | Prep Redzone Scout
Ezra had a dominant sophmore campaign and will look to cointue the ground game dominance for the Patriots. Ezra collected handfuls of D1 offers this offseason and project to be one of the top RBs in the state this season.
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Read EvaluationZack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Sanelivi will be looking to earn his second straight all-state selection after breaking out as a sophomore with over 800 rushing yards and 12 TDs last season. The #6 overall prospect in the state is one of the elite playmakers in his class with the tape, skillset, and offers to solidify himself as a sure-fire P-4 prospect. Sanelivi has added offers from Washington, Arkansas, BYU, Wisconsin, Michigan St., and others since his standout sophomore season.
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Read EvaluationZack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Sanelivi added a pair of offers from Arizona and Arkansas in March. The top-ranked RB in PRZ NV’s 2027 class now holds an offer from every P-5 conference after picking up the Arkansas offer. Sanelivi’s stock is on the rise after the breakout sophomore season he put together last fall.
Beyond blessed and grateful to announce I have received an offer from the University of Arkansas!! @muraco_lhs pic.twitter.com/O5RbdMu2HR
— ezra sanelivi (@theezrasanelivi) March 14, 2025
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Read EvaluationZack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Sanelivi picked up a pair of P-4 offers from Wisconsin and BYU this month. The Wisconsin offer marked his second Big-10 offer with his other coming from Michigan St. in November. Established himself as the top RB and one of the top overall prospects in Nevada after rushing for over 850 yards and 12 TDs on 170 carries as a sophomore for Liberty. He’s an elite playmaker that brings tremendous speed, balance, and elusiveness out of the backfield. Sanelivi holds other offers from Memphis, Washington St., and Portland St.
beyond blessed and honored to announce i received an offer from Brigham Young University! @MrY2thab @muraco_lhs pic.twitter.com/QS3EAgYX3Q
— ezra sanelivi (@theezrasanelivi) February 6, 2025
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Read EvaluationZack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Sanelivi was the biggest riser in this round of 2027 rankings after establishing himself as one of the most explosive playmakers in his class this season. The #5-overall and #1-RB in the class was Liberty’s leading rusher as a sophomore with over 850 yards and 13 TDs on 170 carries. He’s a balanced, well-rounded back that can make multiple defenders miss with flashy elusiveness and finishes runs with downhill power and physicality. Does a good job of staying square, can cut to space with his lateral agility, and possesses the burst and acceleration to breakaway from defenders. Sanelivi added offers from Michigan St. and Memphis late last year and should continue to add to that list this offseason.
After a long and great conversation with @KbTheStable i am humble and honored to announce i’ve received a scholarship to play football at Michigan State University!💚🤍 #blessed @Libertyotball @muraco_lhs @MrY2thab @adamgorney @BrandonHuffman pic.twitter.com/ypWZt9AjJI
— ezra sanelivi (@theezrasanelivi) November 13, 2024
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Read EvaluationNathaniel Oishi | Prep Redzone Scout
Arbor View’s ariel attached will be going head to head against one of the best ground attacks in the state. Liberty’s main ball carrier
Ezra Sanelivi
Ezra
Sanelivi
5'11" | 195 lbs | RB
Liberty | 2027
State
NV
leads the way for the Patriots and currently holds 625 yards on the season. Ezra is a big and explosive ball carrier that should gain a lot of D1 attention through the years for the young playmaker.
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