Nic Swanson
Nic Swanson
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Ellis Williams | Prep Redzone Scout
Swanson opened his senior year with 251 rushing yards and two touchdowns, including a 77-yard score on the first play from scrimmage, as Lakeville South defeated Mounds View 34-7. He later added a 67-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter, finishing with a statement performance in his first start as a captain. Swanson showed the ability to finish runs once he reached the second level. He displays solid burst through creases and a strong lower body that carries him through arm tackles. Swanson also shows vision and patience behind his blockers, pairing with South’s massive line to consistently generate chunk gains. After waiting his turn in a deep backfield, Swanson’s offseason work and leadership have positioned him to take on a heavy load in 2025. His blend of toughness, speed, and balance make him a reliable feature back and a dangerous playmaker with the ball in his hands.
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Read EvaluationOliver West | Prep Redzone Scout
It’s always a crowded backfield in the Lakeville South offense, and with so many options to choose from, age can generally make a big difference in who is getting the lionshare of the carriers. The Cougars once again had an explosive running attack in 2023, and even with four of their top five rushers returning in 2024, there are some opportunities for the likes of 6′, 185 RB Nic Swanson. Swanson had one of the best seasons of any non-varsity RB in MN, totaling 2,205 yards and 21 TDs against 6A, Metro, JV competition.
Strong enough to beat you between the tackles and fast enough to hurt you on the edge, Swanson went both ways on JV, but he does his best work as a running back. He displayed solid burst, big-play speed to finish runs once he gets in space, and a strong lower body and good balance that helps him run through arm tackles and half-tackle attempts between the tackles as a tailback, especially when he throws out his stiff arm. Can bounce off tackle attempts at his lower body as well. In the context of non-varsity action, Swanson made things look easy floating by defenders like they were stuck in the mud, running through tackle attempts like he was a senior, and putting defenders on skates when forcing broken tackles. As mentioned, lots of returners to that Cougars rushing attack, but Swanson’s sophomore production and skillset may make him too hard to keep him off the field.
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Read EvaluationZack Patraw | Prep Redzone Scout
Swanson distinguishes himself with a multifaceted skill set. Possessing an imposing physical stature, Swanson excels in power running between the tackles, leveraging his size to break tackles and gain positive yardage. His versatility extends to the edges, where his speed allows him to outpace defenders. Swanson’s football IQ is noteworthy, evidenced by his vision, patience in navigating the line of scrimmage, and ability to set up his blockers. Combining awareness with toughness and contact balance, Swanson emerges as a standout recruit, poised to make a massive impact over the next few years.
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