With the most all-purpose yards among returning 2027s in 1A, Zane Mullenix did a little bit of everything for EBF last fall. In total, the 5-foot-10, 185-pound running back finished the year with 140 carries for 1,058 yards and 14 touchdowns, plus three catches for 40 yards and a score. He also returned 16 kicks for 321 yards.

A speedster that utilized the option run game with his quarterback to get into space and take on an extra blocker, Mullenix would bide his time before taking off down the sideline and out-running the defense. There were times the two-way star would also appear to embrace the “I’m not getting tackled on this play” mindset before powering through for a big gain or a long score.

Defensively, Mullenix finished the season as the 1A leader in tackles, finishing with 102.5 on the year, and doing so in only nine games. He averaged 11.4 tackles per game. If he and the Rockets are able to rack up more wins in 2026, he should be in the thick of the conversation for the 1A nomination.

A transfer from Pleasantville, Zane Mullenix Zane Mullenix 5'10" | 185 lbs | RB/LB EBF | 2027 State IA stepped onto the gridiron for EBF this fall and became one of the most productive two-way players in the state.

Posting 49.5 tackles, including ten tackles-for-loss last season for the Trojans, it’s no surprise that the junior made the move to EBF and has had success, but he’s been a monster for the Rockets this fall. Currently ranking in the top two in eight separate statistical categories in 1A (!!!), Mullenix has been having his way with opposing teams in 2025.

Offensively, he’s tied for second in rushing touchdowns (11), first in all-purpose yards (1,128), second in rushing yards (865) and tied for second in two-point conversions (5). Defensively, Mullenix is first in tackles (78.5) and solo tackles (60), and he’s tied for first in forced fumbles (four) and blocked field goals (two).