The last offensive skill set to return for the Minutemen is their leading rusher from a year ago, rising junior Jamad Lyles Jamad Lyles 5'8" | 175 lbs | RB Elizabeth | 2025 State NJ , who was good for 95/427/7 on the ground, 2/16/1 through the air, and 11 (8) and 1 TFL on defense. At moments Lyles shows outstanding vision to cutback totally against the grain, while still in the backfield, without losing any speed. On the same token, he also has the discipline to run his track, yet can adjust it appropriately in traffic, without a premature bounce. At about 7-yards we see a second-speed burst from Lyles, aiding to his yards-after-contact total as he bursts through the defensive secondary. Somewhere embedded in the back of my mind I can hear his coaches shouting “CHIN CHIN CHIN!” for Lyles prioritizes ball security at all times. At moments he will slow down to set up his blockers, also staying tight to them when they pull on counters. As he approaches piles Lyles will keep working his feet to drudge forward and near the goal line, he seems to get lost in the shuffle at times, often eking through the B or C gaps. If he faces contact in the backfield Lyles shows balance, the tendency to fall forward, and the ability to make sharp cuts to stay off early pressure. One thing Lyles’ film will benefit from is the inclusion of him in pass protection. Should he wish to be an every down back at any level, this is a must.