J.R. Cruz
J.R. Cruz
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Jordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Cruz was the driving force of the Clovis North offense as a sophomore racking up 1,555, yards and 15 touchdowns on 206 carries. 5’11” 160 lbs. he’s a crafty and calculated RB that creates plays with patience, feel, and subtle manipulation of defenders. He shows good tempo control changing speeds to set up blocks and lateral cuts. He avoids rushing into traffic allowing lanes to develop with good patience behind the LOS. Plus instincts, he flashes the vision and anticipation to identify cutback lanes and influence defenders into over pursuing. Among 2028 RB’s in the state he ranked fifth in rushing yards in the 2025 season. Enters the rankings just outside the top 100 overall.
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Expert Analysis
Jordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Cruz was the driving force of the Clovis North offense as a sophomore racking up 1,555, yards and 15 touchdowns on 206 carries. 5’11” 160 lbs. he’s a crafty and calculated RB that creates plays with patience, feel, and subtle manipulation of defenders. He shows good tempo control changing speeds to set up blocks and lateral cuts. He avoids rushing into traffic allowing lanes to develop with good patience behind the LOS. Plus instincts, he flashes the vision and anticipation to identify cutback lanes and influence defenders into over pursuing. Among 2028 RB’s in the state he ranked fifth in rushing yards in the 2025 season. Enters the rankings just outside the top 100 overall.
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