King put together a strong and productive season, rushing for 1,755 yards and adding 15 touchdowns on the ground. He runs with confidence and purpose, consistently hitting holes with good burst while showing the ability to read defenses and make quick decisions. His patience allows blocks to develop, and once he finds daylight, he accelerates and picks up chunk yardage.

He shows solid balance through contact, keeping plays alive and falling forward to maximize every carry. King also brings a dependable presence to the offense, capable of handling a heavy workload while staying effective deep into games. With his combination of vision, toughness, and steady production, he proves he can be a key piece in moving the chains and controlling the tempo of a game.

King is a shifty and explosive running back who consistently makes defenders miss. On film, he shows excellent vision, quickly identifying lanes and changing direction with agility and balance. His acceleration allows him to turn short gains into big plays, and he runs with toughness despite his size, finishing runs through contact. King’s instincts, quickness, and playmaking ability make him a constant threat in the backfield, and with continued development,

A shifty workhorse back, Stephens was one of the most productive and explosive playmakers in the state this season. With a slim frame and rapid, intentional footwork, King slides in and out of running lanes as they open and close. Though not the largest back out there, Stephens runs as physically as anyone, constantly breaking initial contact and bouncing off defenders, showcasing great contact balance. He also provided immense value to his offense in the passing game, with consistent hands and after-the-catch ability. In 9 contests, King remarkably compiled over 1,750 total yards and 17 total TDs. In a tough season for the Hornets, Stephens was a massive bright spot, and don’t be surprised when his name picks up motion on recruiting boards.

Few players have turned more heads in the early weeks than Stephens. He opened the year with 173 rushing yards and a touchdown, plus 37 receiving yards and a score. Then, in Week Two, he exploded for 314 rushing yards and 3 more touchdowns. Stephens has game-breaking acceleration and rare stop-start ability, making him one of the toughest backs to contain in space. With these early-season fireworks, it’s only a matter of time before college coaches start dialing his number.