Home-run threat tailback capped off a sophomore year with 926 total yards rushing with 13 touchdowns. This season should be his breakout year, when he should see his recruiting really pop.

We think Center Grove running back Ricky Lange Ricky Lange 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB Center Grove | 2028 State IN is in for a breakout junior year. He has good burst through the hole and great breakaway speed. Very decisive runner with great change-of-direction in the open field. Can make the first defender miss. Strong off-tackle runner who loves to get out in space. Class of 2028 recruit who shined at Miami’s one-day camp and earned his first offer from the Redhawks.

Lange is an explosive back with good vision and acceleration. He sees holes as they develop, and he has the speed to explode through them. He doesn’t lose speed or momentum when cutting and making moves upfield. He’s so shifty that he’s able to make spaces look bigger than they are. His ability to continue accelerating up the field is a rare trait and makes him fun to watch. He averaged over 6 yards per carry while rushing for 926 yards and 13 TDs on the ground. I fully anticipate him being the workhorse for them next fall and someone who could fly up the national boards.

Lange has been a good piece for Center Grove this year and arguably just had his best game of the year when they needed it most. He’s incredibly explosive and has some of the best acceleration in the class. His feet are quick and they can follow his eyes. If he even gets the slightest crease, he can take it to the house. He only needed 12 carries on Friday to get 189 yards and score 3 TDs. It felt like there was a different sense of urgency from Lange on Friday, and the Trojans really benefited from him taking over.

Lange has good hands out of the backfield and gives the offense an extra dimension. He’s going to catch it when the ball comes his way and he’s got the speed and wiggle to make guys miss. I liked his ability to absorb contact and keep on his path. He’s got some juice when he gets the ball in his hands and has 3-down back potential.