Kodi Gardner capped off an outstanding season by finishing third in his class with 1,325 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns, establishing himself as one of the most productive backs in the state. Gardner’s big-play speed jumps off the film, as he consistently outruns pursuit angles and turns routine carries into explosive gains.

He pairs that speed with sharp burst and strong vision, allowing him to hit holes decisively and capitalize when lanes open. Gardner’s production and skill set have translated to the recruiting trail, where he currently holds four Division I offers, most recently adding UMass earlier this month. With his blend of explosiveness, efficiency, and scoring ability, Gardner remains a back college programs will continue to track closely.

Kodi Gardner put his balanced skill set on full display this season, combining explosive big-play speed with impressive yards-after-contact ability to carve up defenses week after week. Gardner rushed for 1,325 yards and an eye-popping 24 touchdowns, placing him eighth in the state in rushing yards while establishing himself as one of Maryland’s most dangerous scoring threats. His blend of acceleration, toughness, and consistency makes him a centerpiece of the Flowers offense and a rising name to know in the 2027 class.

Kodi Gardner brings game-breaking speed every time he touches the football. Once he hits a crease, he has the rare acceleration to separate from defenders and maintain distance in pursuit, turning routine carries into explosive scoring plays. Gardner’s combination of burst, vision, and long speed makes him one of the most dangerous open-field runners in the class.

Through eight games this season he rushed for 1,035 yards and 21 touchdowns. He’s eclipsed the 100-yard mark in six of those contests and found the end zone in six of eight games, providing consistent production for the undefeated Flowers Jaguars.

As the postseason approaches, expect Gardner to continue being the engine of the Jaguars’ offense. His ability to change games with a single touch has firmly placed him among Maryland’s elite rushers in the 2027 class and a prospect to watch as playoff football heats up.

Coming in as the #7 overall RB in a strong RB class, Kodi is a player who I can see having a huge junior season next fall. In split time this past fall he put 594 yds on 9.9 YPC and 7 rushing TDs. Kodi has breakaway speed and can put on the burners once he gets in open field. He has a great mix of vision, patience and balance when carrying the ball. A guy who runs behind his pads, Kodi is not afraid of contact. He can make you miss in open field with quick hips/feet & overall athleticism, or lower the shoulder and power through the tackle.

Kodi is a big time playmaker and complete RB for Flowers. An under the radar gem of a prospect, I can see him being a multi offer player a year in the future.