Top Running Backs
Class of 2027 -- ranked by measurables, physical ceiling, and recruiting validation
Mesh to B Gap: Our RB Metric
We time every back from the mesh point in gun to the B gap because it’s the one gap that matters in virtually every run concept (inside zone, gap power, counter, duo), making it a true apples-to-apples comparison across schemes and competition levels. From gun, the extra depth amplifies differences that get compressed under center, and there’s no running start to mask deficiencies. One number captures five attributes simultaneously: explosiveness, lateral movement, vision, decision-making speed, and path efficiency. We’ve seen verified sub-10.7 hundred-meter sprinters post slower times than less explosive backs because they took worse angles and processed slower. This metric separates football players from track athletes.
The most complete back in the class: 2,001 yards, 30 TDs, 11.5 YPC with a verified 4.49 forty and elite 1.21 B-gap processing time — he reads defenses, not just outruns them. Size (5'9" 185) caps his P5 ceiling, but the NAU offer is just the floor; this kid's film with a stopwatch will generate FCS/G5 feeding frenzy.
The 1.21 B-gap time is the fastest in this class by a significant margin and reflects elite-level processing, not just speed. Mangrum does not take false reads. Where most Colorado backs will see a frontside B gap flash open on inside zone, attack it, watch it fill, then bounce outside and try to outrun pursuit, Mangrum reads the fill and cuts back. On film, there is a scoring play where the strong safety is filling the frontside B gap at full speed from depth. Mangrum identifies it pre-contact, redirects to backside A through a tight window, and scores when his tackle executes a second-level block. That is not athleticism. That is processing. End-around mesh-to-perimeter times are consistently under 1.5 seconds. The verified 4.49 forty and 11.5 YPC confirm the breakaway speed is real. Concern: 5'9" 185 is undersized for featured-back roles at P5. The 56-13 loss to Grand Junction was the only test against a physical, athletic defense. A college coach who watches this film with a stopwatch will see what we see.
Fastest verified athlete in the class (4.36 laser forty, 10.71 100m) with 1,601 yards and 20 TDs at 5A — Harvard/Yale offers and PRZ #100 ranking validate the talent. Field vision and B-gap decisiveness lag behind his elite physical tools, but if the processing catches up to the speed during his senior year, his stock explodes into G5/low P5 territory.
The fastest straight-line athlete in this class -- 10.71 100m is verified elite long speed. Outside speed is remarkable and he is one of the most difficult ball carriers to bring down in the state. The 1.32 B-gap time is strong but notably 0.11 seconds slower than Mangrum despite being the faster athlete in a straight line. That gap is entirely path efficiency and decision-making. Releford has a tendency to try to out-athlete the defense rather than take the schematically correct hole. At 1:39 of his Hudl highlight, the correct read is backside B gap -- instead he bounces frontside outside. He scores because he's faster than everyone on the field, but against an evenly matched defense the Mike fills the alley and it's a TFL. This is a recurring pattern. Concern: Field vision at the line of scrimmage is the primary developmental area. The athletic tools are elite -- the processing needs to catch up. All-State at 5A as a junior validates production. If the gap discipline improves during his senior season, his stock rises significantly.
The most well-rounded back in this class: 1,533 yards, 20 TDs, verified 10.68 100m speed, plus elite blitz pickup and pass protection — he's a complete three-down back who initiates contact and runs through it. At 5'11" 165 he needs 20+ lbs, but the 365 squat and projectable frame suggest he'll carry weight without losing his verified track speed.
Physical, downhill runner who initiates contact and runs through it. Consistently runs with low pad level and will lower his shoulder to maintain a direct line upfield rather than dancing laterally. Has the athleticism to hurdle or avoid defenders but chooses contact when it keeps him on his north-south track. Good field vision -- consistently takes A gap on inside zone when there's space to get to the second level. The differentiator: Payne is an excellent blitz pickup back who reads inside-out for threats and steps up to protect pocket integrity. Willing and effective as a blocker. The most well-rounded back in this class from a complete-game perspective. Running, blocking, pass protection, and vision all grade out well. Concern: 5'11" 165 is light, but the 365 squat at that body weight confirms explosive lower-body power, and the frame projects to 190+ without losing speed.
Self-reported 4.5 speed with a CSU offer and explosive sophomore production (1,021 yards, 7.9 YPC, 87-yard long) at 5'11" 185 — the home-run ability is legit with multiple 150+ yard games including a 245-yard, 6-TD explosion. Transfer history needs vetting, but the physical tools and FBS offer validate him as a top-tier prospect in this class.
Jermaine Wilson Jr. is a productive, explosive running back who put up eye-popping numbers as a sophomore at Northridge (CO), including a 245-yard, 6-TD performance. At 5'11" and 185 lbs with self-reported 4.5 speed, he has intriguing physical tools for a rising junior, but his production has come against lower-level Colorado 4A competition and he lacks verified athletic testing. He holds a Colorado State offer and needs a strong junior season with verified camp numbers to elevate his recruitment to the FBS level.
Patient, under-center runner with excellent vision, 7.9 YPC efficiency, and a CSU offer that validates his G5 projection. The 245-yard, 6-TD ceiling game shows high-end production, but the multiple school transfers and limited receiving usage (4 career catches) need monitoring — projects best in a pro-style or gap-scheme offense.
Patient runner with good vision -- Wilson's strength is his ability to wait for holes to develop, which makes him the most effective under-center back in this class. The 1.43 B-gap time from gun is solid but not elite. At 7.9 YPC he's producing efficiently and the 245-yard, 6-TD game showed high-end single-game ceiling. Good hands out of the backfield, reliable check-down target. Concern: Acceleration is a question mark. Tends to bounce runs outside rather than trusting interior lanes and does not break a significant number of tackles at the point of attack. The multiple school transfers (Florida area code, Greeley, now Las Vegas) warrant investigation into eligibility and fit. The CSU offer validates the talent. Projects as a G5 contributor in a pro-style or gap-scheme offense.
At 6'1" 205 with South Dakota offer validation, Modrzewski is a rare two-way producer (609 rush yards, 11 TDs, 64 tackles, 12 TFL, 2 INTs) with the frame and field vision to project as a college LB or H-back. Runs high through contact and needs to improve pad level, but the size-athleticism-football IQ combination at 5A is legit.
Accelerates extremely well through the hole once he commits -- the 1.61 B-gap time undersells his burst at the second level. Great field vision tracking blockers and finding space in traffic. Makes decisive zone cuts and trusts his reads. Lines up split out and functions as a legitimate receiver -- consistently finds soft spots in zone coverage on scramble drills. Shows a quality inside pass rush move and good ball awareness in zone drops. Concern: Runs high on both sides of the ball -- upright through contact as a runner and doesn't always drive through tackles on defense. At 6'2" 205 with room to add weight, a college S&C program can address pad level. Projects as a college LB or H-back who can also carry the ball in short yardage. South Dakota offer validates the talent.
Swiss-army-knife athlete at 5'10" 192 with verified 11.30 electronic 100m and elite strength numbers — 1,058 scrimmage yards and 9 TDs in just 8 games, plus 36 receptions (15.2 YPR) make him a true dual-threat weapon. Needs camp exposure and NCAA registration immediately, but the combination of size, speed, receiving ability, and big-play explosiveness (84-yard TD, 69-yard TD catch) gives him legit FCS/low G5 upside.
Lyric Wynn is a physically mature, explosive multi-sport athlete with verified track speed and impressive strength numbers who had a breakout junior season as a true dual-threat weapon (1,058 scrimmage yards, 9 TDs in 8 games). His combination of 5'10" 192 lbs with a 11.30 electronic 100m and elite weight room numbers gives him a legitimate FCS/low-end FBS ceiling, but he needs verified camp testing, exposure at elite camps, and to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center immediately to get on D1 radars before his senior season.
College-ready frame at 5'10" 205 with proven 5A workhorse durability (260 carries) and smart, patient running style — he lets blocks develop and hits lanes at the right moment. But the verified 4.87 forty and 1.79 B-gap time are the slowest in the class, and 5.9 YPC behind a good Pine Creek O-line is underwhelming; projects as FCS/D2 committee or short-yardage back.
An exceptionally smart football player with excellent patience and field vision. Lukes wins on timing, pad level, and build speed -- he lets his blocks develop and hits lanes at the right moment. The 5'10" 205 frame is college-ready now and he has produced as a true workhorse (260 carries) at 5A. Concern: The 1.79 B-gap time is the slowest in this class and reflects a lack of explosive first-step burst that limits his ceiling. The 4.69 forty is consistent with what shows on film -- there is no hidden gear. At 5.9 YPC behind a good Pine Creek O-line, the efficiency is below what you'd expect from a back getting that volume. He will not outrun college-level pursuit to the edge. Projects best at FCS or D2 in a committee or short-yardage role.
Most intriguing physical profile in the small-school ranks: 6'3" 195 with All-State First Team honors, 12.6 YPC, 148 tackles, and two-way dominance. The self-reported 4.6 forty needs verification at camps, but if that speed checks out at his frame, FCS programs should be lining up — he's a positional swiss-army knife (TE/FB/OLB) who needs 11-man film and camp exposure immediately.
Klinzmann is a highly productive 6-man football athlete with intriguing physical traits at 6'3" 195 lbs and legitimate two-way dominance at the small-school level. His All-State First Team selection, 1,300+ all-purpose yards as a junior, and ball-hawking defensive instincts (5 INTs as a sophomore) demonstrate elite talent relative to his competition. However, the massive leap from Colorado 6-man to D1 football requires verified speed testing, exposure at camps/combines, and ideally 11-man film before any FBS/FCS program can seriously evaluate him -- he profiles as an intriguing small-school sleeper who needs to get on the camp circuit immediately.
The 843% sophomore-to-junior production leap (146 to 1,378 yards) is one of the most dramatic in Colorado, and the 6'1" 180 frame with a 75-yard long run gives you something to project. But the Elizabeth semifinal dip (79 yards against the best defense he faced) and nonexistent receiving game (6 catches) raise questions — needs a verified sub-4.6 forty at summer camps to unlock FCS interest.
Jackson Savona's sophomore-to-junior statistical leap (146 yards to 1,378 yards, for those of you who don't want to do math, that's an 843% increase, which is the kind of number that makes you check if someone accidentally added a digit) is legitimately one of the more dramatic year-over-year jumps we've tracked in Colorado, and the 6.8 YPC on 204 carries tells you it wasn't just volume inflation from a team that had nobody else to hand it to. The 75-yard long run confirms there's a gear, and the size at 6'1" 180 with a multi-sport background gives you something to dream on. But here's where we pump the brakes a little: the Elizabeth semifinal game (16 carries, 79 yards, no touchdowns) is sitting right there on the stat sheet, and that was against the best team he faced all year, which is exactly the kind of game college coaches are going to pull up first. The 2A classification is what it is. We're not going to pretend that Fort Morgan and Platte Valley are running out Big 12 athletes, and until Savona gets verified speed testing at camps this summer, we're projecting based on film speed and long-run evidence rather than hard data, which is like trying to judge a car by the sound of the engine instead of just looking at the speedometer. The receiving game is essentially nonexistent (6 catches, 36 yards, zero touchdowns on the season), and at the next level, a running back who can't threaten out of the backfield as a pass catcher is a running back who comes off the field on third down. The defensive production as a sophomore (88 tackles, 3 sacks, 3 INTs) shows legitimate football IQ and two-way value, which matters for smaller programs looking at guys who can contribute immediately in multiple phases. Bottom line: if he runs a verified 4.5 to 4.6 at camps this summer, we're having a completely different conversation about his ceiling, and FCS programs in particular should be paying attention before that happens. If the forty comes back 4.7-plus, the path narrows considerably and you're looking more at a D2 feature back who dominates at that level, which frankly isn't a bad outcome for a kid out of Eaton who nobody was talking about 18 months ago.
Physically imposing 6'2" 220 with a 475-lb deadlift, 6'6" wingspan, and 1,106 rushing yards at 1A — the frame and strength profile screams college football, just not necessarily at RB. Projects as an FCS TE, FB, or OLB if he can run in the 4.7s at camps this summer; the 56-13 playoff loss to Wray is the one data point suggesting the gap against elite athletes.
Jackson Bjorum is a physically imposing 6'2" 220 lb multi-sport athlete who dominated Colorado 1A as a junior with 1,106 rushing yards and 9 TDs while contributing 41 tackles on defense. His frame, strength numbers (475 lb deadlift, 370 lb squat), 6'6" wingspan, and self-projected position versatility (DE/OLB/TE/FB) give him an intriguing physical ceiling, but the lack of verified speed testing and the small-school competition level make it impossible to project a D1 level without camp exposure. He needs to attend FCS/D2 camps this summer to get timed and evaluated against higher-caliber athletes -- if he runs in the 4.7s range he could be a legitimate FCS recruit at TE, FB, or OLB.
At 6'1" 230 with All-State First Team honors, 96 tackles, 11 TFL, and surprising 7.2 YPC rushing, Pridemore is a college linebacker right now — the wrestling background and scouts noting 'very good acceleration and change of direction for his size' add to the intrigue. Needs verified speed testing desperately; if he runs 4.7-4.8, FCS programs should offer immediately.
Pridemore is a physically imposing two-way player at 6'1" 230 lbs with rare movement skills for his size — PRZ scouts note very good acceleration, balance, and change of direction. His junior season production on both sides of the ball (687 rushing yards, 8 total TDs, 96 tackles, 11 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 INT) and All-State First Team recognition demonstrate high-level football instincts and motor. He projects as a linebacker at the next level with the frame and physicality to play immediately, and his wrestling background adds functional strength and competitiveness that translate to the college game.
Elite 10.4 YPC on 131 carries with 31 receptions and 1,950 all-purpose yards make him the most efficient and versatile skill player in this class from a pure production standpoint. At 5'9" 175 with zero verified testing and no offers, he needs to get timed immediately — the receiving production (31 catches, 5 TDs) separates him as a potential FCS slot/all-purpose weapon.
Brady Ware is a highly productive two-way back with elite per-carry efficiency (10.4 YPC) and legitimate receiving chops (31 catches, 5 TDs) who dominated Colorado 3A competition as a junior. His 1,950 all-purpose yards and 18 total TDs show a dynamic playmaker, but at 5'9" 175 with no verified testing data, no offers, and no rating from any major recruiting service, he needs to attend camps, get timed, and prove his speed/athleticism against higher-level competition to generate D1 interest. Projects as a potential FCS or D2 slot back/all-purpose weapon with a strong senior year and improved exposure.
Elite agility (4.26 shuttle, 7.19 L-drill) and strong 7.6 YPC production at 3A with multiple 50+ yard runs show a decisive, shifty back who doubled his output from sophomore to junior year. Size (5'9" 175) and speed (4.59 laser forty) likely cap him at FCS/high-end D2, but the camp effort, academics, and year-over-year trajectory make him an easy roster fit.
Noah Chapala is a highly productive, high-character running back who has shown significant year-over-year improvement (677 yards as a sophomore to 1,412 as a junior at 7.6 YPC). His combine-tested agility (4.26 shuttle, 7.19 L-drill) and vision are legitimate D1 traits, but his size (5'9" 175) and speed (4.59 laser 40) likely cap his ceiling at the FCS/high-end D2 level. He's done everything right -- camps at Power 5 programs, strong academics, leadership -- and deserves more recruiting attention than he's currently getting.
Verified 11.13 100m track speed, a reported 405-lb squat at 170 lbs, and 9.4 YPC on 57 carries make him a fascinating low-volume explosive back with elite physical tools. At 5'10" 170 with zero receptions in his career, the passing-game projection is blank — but the speed-power combination at 4A is worth monitoring closely heading into his senior season.
Dean Presswood is a compact, explosive running back with verified track speed (11.13 FAT 100m, 22.22 FAT 200m) and outstanding lower-body power (self-reported 405-lb squat x7 at 170 lbs). His junior season production -- 536 yards and 8 TDs on just 57 carries (9.4 YPC) with a 65-yard long -- demonstrates big-play ability and efficient rushing in a 4A playoff program. With his senior year still ahead, Presswood has significant room to grow both physically and statistically, and his combination of track-verified speed, strength, and football production makes him a compelling developmental back to evaluate on film.
Drake Presswood is listed as a junior on the Riverdale Ridge 25-26 track & field and football rosters, likely Dean's brother. Drake ran 11.23 FAT in the 100m and 22.40 FAT in the 200m as a sophomore -- both are elite sprinters at the school, suggesting a strong athletic family.
Made a massive jump from 299 yards to 1,135 yards at 6.7 YPC while handling 18.8 carries per game at 5A — the 6'0" 185 frame and physical downhill style project well. Zero receiving production and no verified speed testing are real concerns, but the development curve and competition level at Overland (5A) give him more credibility than many backs below him.
Hargrove is an intriguing late-developing RB prospect who made a massive statistical jump from sophomore to junior year, going from a role player to the clear offensive engine with 1,135 rushing yards at 6.7 YPC. His physical, downhill running style and two-way contributions at LB show football character, but the lack of verified speed testing, minimal receiving production, and playing on winless/weak programs make it difficult to project his ceiling against higher-level competition. He profiles as a D2/NAIA prospect with FCS upside if he can get verified speed numbers and show passing-game versatility at camps this offseason.
The best frame in this class for a developmental RB prospect: 6'2" 190 with room to grow to 210-215 while maintaining the 7.8 YPC explosiveness and 60-yard long run ability. Zero receptions and no verified testing keep him firmly in 'tools over production' territory, but the size-athleticism-two-way profile (30 tackles, 3 sacks) at 1A deserves camp evaluation.
Judah Howe is a 6'2" 190 lb two-way athlete with an ideal frame to continue adding mass through his senior year and beyond. His junior breakout -- 567 rushing yards on 7.8 YPC with 8 TDs and a 60-yard long run -- shows a runner who can create explosive plays while also contributing 30 tackles, 3 TFL, and 3 sacks on defense. He projects as a physical, downhill runner with the length and frame to grow into a 210-215 lb back at the college level, and his multi-sport background (varsity baseball, LHP) supports overall athleticism and coordination.
Three-year varsity contributor with 1,520 career yards at 5.8 YPC and a compact 5'10" 185 frame — scouts praise his explosive first step, vision, and yards-after-contact ability. Limited receiving usage and no verified testing data hold him back, but his sophomore defensive production (62 tackles, 6 TFL, 2 INT) confirms football IQ and physicality.
Evan Holdridge is a compact, physical running back at 5'10" 185 lbs who has been a varsity contributor since his freshman year, accumulating over 1,500 career rushing yards at 5.8 YPC. His Prep Redzone evaluation highlights an explosive first step, strong vision, downhill power, and yards-after-contact ability — a blend of finesse and physicality. His two-way experience at MLB (62 tackles, 6 TFL, 2 INT as a sophomore) speaks to his football IQ and toughness. With his senior season ahead, verified speed testing would help quantify what scouts already see on film.
Outstanding sophomore production on both sides (869 rushing yards, 73 tackles, 6 TFL) with reported elite strength numbers (245 bench, 350 squat) and a 79-yard long run at 4A. At 5'7" 180 the frame is a real limitation for D1 RB projection, but the two-way physicality and power-to-size ratio suggest he could develop into a slot/change-of-pace college weapon.
Ramirez is a compact, powerful two-way player who produced at a high level as a sophomore in Colorado 4A -- 869 rushing yards at 7.4 YPC with 12 TDs, plus 73 tackles, 6 TFL, and 2 sacks on defense. His reported strength numbers (245 bench, 350 squat) are exceptional for a 5'7" 180 lb sophomore, and his 94-yard long run shows legitimate breakaway speed. The biggest question is whether his frame can carry enough weight to absorb punishment at the next level, but his combination of power, production on both sides of the ball, and physicality make him a player worth tracking through his junior season.
1,709 yards, 32 TDs, and 97 tackles with 28 TFL is absurd two-way production, and the track background (5-6 high jump, 18-5.75 long jump) confirms explosive lower-body power. But 6-man football with no verified height/weight, a 12.00 100m, and zero recruiting interest make the D1 path extremely steep — needs to get measured, timed, and on film against 11-man competition.
Drew Fox is an explosive, high-production 6-man running back and two-way player who earned CHSAA All-State First Team honors as a junior after rushing for 1,709 yards and 32 touchdowns while also recording 97 tackles and 28 TFL on defense. His track and field background — highlighted by a 5-6 high jump, 18-5.75 long jump, and 38-11 triple jump — confirms translatable explosiveness and lower-body power. Fox's career-long efficiency at 7.5 YPC across 309 varsity carries, combined with his ability to dominate on both sides of the ball, points to a competitor who could project as a physical, downhill back at the next level, though verified measurables and film evaluation in the context of 6-man football will be critical.
Efficient 7.2 YPC on 168 carries at 3A with an 80-yard long run and 471 return yards show a productive, explosive runner who tripled his workload while maintaining elite efficiency. No measurables whatsoever — no height, weight, or speed testing — make him impossible to project physically, but the production trajectory and all-purpose ability warrant a film look.
Gregory Moore is a productive, high-efficiency running back who posted 1,211 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns on 7.2 YPC as a junior in Colorado 3A, while also providing value as a kick and punt returner (1,688 all-purpose yards). He showed significant growth from sophomore to junior year -- tripling his workload while maintaining elite efficiency and eliminating fumble issues. The missing piece is verified measurables; his 80-yard long run and punt return TD suggest legitimate speed, but camp-tested numbers would allow a more complete physical projection.
Versatile two-way skill player with 823 rush yards, 26 receptions (344 yards, 13.2 YPR), and 2 INTs on defense — the receiving production separates him from many backs in this class. Size concerns are real (possibly closer to 5'9" 155 than listed) and zero verified testing data leaves his athletic profile incomplete.
Dt Thomas (Dylan Thomas) is a productive two-way player at Bear Creek (CO) who put up solid junior season numbers (823 rush yards, 344 receiving yards, 12 total TDs, 32 tackles, 2 INTs) but faces significant hurdles to D1 recruitment. His undersized frame (likely closer to 5'9" 155 than the listed 5'10" 165), lack of verified speed testing, and absence from the camp/combine circuit leave him with no recruiting profile or offers heading into his senior year. He needs to aggressively attend camps, get verified measurables, and build out his Hudl film to generate FCS or D2 interest.
High-motor dual-threat who produced 1,136 rushing yards, 1,111 passing yards, 27 total offensive TDs, plus 80 tackles and 6 INTs on defense in 8-man ball — the athletic versatility and ball skills are undeniable. At 5'10" 161 with a 4.8 forty, he projects as an ATH/DB at the next level rather than a running back, and the 13 INTs thrown show the decision-making needs work.
Resner is a high-motor, dual-threat athlete who produced at an elite level in his first year as a starting quarterback — over 1,100 yards both rushing and passing with 27 total offensive touchdowns while also registering 80 tackles and 6 interceptions on defense. His 7.0 YPC and ability to take over games on the ground (166 yards/6 TDs vs. Vail Christian, 223 yards vs. Dove Creek) show legitimate run-game explosiveness. He projects as a versatile skill player (ATH/DB) at the next level given his two-way production, ball skills (9 career INTs), and multi-sport athleticism, though he will need to add weight and get verified speed testing to clarify his ceiling.
The 6'1" 175 frame with verified 4.52 shuttle and 35.8" vert projects better as a safety than a running back — 69 tackles and scout praise for his backpedal and hip fluidity confirm the defensive ceiling exceeds the offensive projection. Career 4.4 YPC with zero 100-yard games as an RB tells you the offensive production won't translate, but the defensive tools at his size are intriguing.
Colin Meier is a 6'1" 175 lb two-way player out of Colorado 4A who projects as a safety/OLB hybrid at the college level, with the frame and verified agility (4.52 shuttle, 7.18 L-drill) to develop into a box safety or strong safety. His junior-year defensive production -- 69 tackles, 1 TFL, 1 FF, and a blocked punt -- paired with a scout evaluation praising his backpedal, hip fluidity, and physicality in the run game suggests a player whose defensive ceiling may exceed his offensive projection. At 175 lbs with a 6'2" wingspan and multi-sport athleticism, there is clear room to add 15-20 lbs and grow into a college-ready frame.
The receiving breakout (4 catches as a sophomore to 28 catches for 278 yards and 3 TDs as a junior) is the most compelling development story for a pass-catching back in this class. At 5'9" 175 with no verified testing and limited rushing production (534 yards), he profiles as a receiving back/slot weapon who needs camp numbers and NCAA registration to generate any college interest.
Michael Kelly is a productive two-way back out of University HS (Greeley, CO) who has shown clear year-over-year improvement, particularly as a receiver out of the backfield -- jumping from 4 catches as a sophomore to 28 catches for 278 yards and 3 TDs as a junior. At 5'9" 175, he's a compact, efficient runner averaging 6.8 YPC with the versatility to line up at free safety on defense. His senior season will be critical to establishing verified measurables and demonstrating he can sustain production against stronger competition.
The 9.1 YPC on limited touches (83 carries) with 16 TDs, 8 career INTs, and 2,668 career all-purpose yards show a dynamic playmaker at 1A. At 5'11" 160 the frame is projectable but needs 15-20 lbs, and the 1A competition level means everything needs verification at camps — the year-over-year efficiency jump (6.3 to 9.1 YPC) suggests a player still ascending.
Humrich is a dynamic, undersized runner who has shown dramatic improvement each season, culminating in a 758-yard, 16-TD junior campaign at 9.1 YPC with an 80-yard long. He possesses outstanding balance, vision, and acceleration that allow him to break tackles and rip off chunk plays consistently. His two-way value as a ball-hawking safety (8 career INTs) and dangerous return man (2,668 career all-purpose yards) adds significant roster flexibility. The key developmental priority is adding weight to his projectable 5'11" frame -- at 160 lbs he'll need 15-20 more pounds to absorb college-level contact.
1,673 yards and 82 tackles as a two-way force in 8-man, plus 100 career wrestling wins at 150 lbs confirm elite functional strength and competitive toughness. But 5'9" 170 with a 4.81 forty is a tough physical profile for college football — the wrestling background and dramatic sophomore-to-junior leap (501 to 1,673 yards) suggest a late bloomer who may find a home at D2/NAIA.
Owen Harris is a high-motor, two-way football player who dominated Colorado 8-Man football as a junior with 1,673 rushing yards and 17 TDs while also posting 82 tackles, 12 TFL, and 5 sacks on defense. At 5'9" 170 lbs with a 245 lb bench press, he possesses legitimate functional strength and contact balance that fuel his 7.7 YPC average. His position at the next level will likely need to shift from his current RB/DE role -- he projects as an athlete with the toughness, two-way versatility, and competitive drive to contribute in a scheme that values effort and physicality.
10.2 YPC with 22 rushing TDs and 28 receptions (8 TDs, 16.1 YPR) make him one of the most productive dual-threat backs in the class, and the 62 defensive tackles show effort on both sides. At 5'10" 170 in 6-man with no verified testing and no recruiting interest, the NAIA/D3 path is most realistic unless camp numbers reveal hidden speed.
Brody Silvey is a productive small-school running back who dominates at the 6-man/8-man level in Colorado with elite rushing numbers (1,441 yds, 22 TDs, 10.2 YPC as a junior). However, at 5'10" 170 lbs with no verified speed testing, no recruiting interest, and playing against extremely low-level competition at Hoehne, he is not a realistic D1 FBS prospect at this time. He could develop into a small-college (NAIA/D3) candidate if he adds weight and posts strong verified speed numbers at camps during his senior year.
102 tackles and 472 rushing yards (8.4 YPC) from a 5'7" 192-lb two-way player shows elite motor and a compact, dense build with natural contact balance. But 5'7" is a hard ceiling at any college level, and the lack of verified testing, receiving stats, or recruiting interest means he needs to prove elite speed at camps to generate even D2 attention.
Hopkins is a high-motor, undersized two-way player whose 102 tackles and 472 rushing yards (8.4 YPC) as a junior demonstrate legitimate football instincts, toughness, and production. However, at 5'7" 192 lbs with no verified athletic testing, no receiving stats, and no college interest, his D1 ceiling is likely limited to FCS or D2 programs unless he can prove elite speed/explosiveness at camps. He needs to aggressively pursue combine events and build out his Hudl film to generate any college attention.
State champion contributor with elite efficiency (8.7 YPC, 27 career TDs in 25 games) and advanced vision for a shifty, undersized back. At 5'8" 155 with no verified testing, the D1 path is extremely narrow — profiles best as a small-college feature back who could earn FCS looks with strong camp numbers and 10-15 lbs of added mass.
Kisner is a highly productive, shifty running back who was a key contributor on a dominant 13-0 Colorado 2A state championship team. His 8.7 YPC as a junior and 27 career rushing TDs in 25 varsity games demonstrate elite production, but his 5'6"-5'8" frame at 155 lbs and lack of verified athletic testing data make D1 FBS projection very difficult. He projects best as a small-college (D2/D3/NAIA) feature back who could earn FCS looks if he adds weight and posts strong camp numbers heading into his senior season.
True ironman who logged 183 carries and 78 tackles in the same season at 4A, with scout praise for his vision, acceleration, and physicality. But 4.5 YPC on that volume and 5'11" 160 lbs with no verified testing suggest he's more of a high-motor football player than a next-level athlete — the 4 blocked field goals show rare special teams value.
Galindo is a high-motor, two-way football player who carried a massive workload for Greeley Central as a junior — 183 carries on offense while also logging 78 tackles at linebacker. At 5'11" 160 lbs, he plays with excellent vision and contact balance as a runner and diagnoses plays quickly on defense, as noted by Prep Redzone scouts who praised his acceleration, lateral quickness, and downhill tackling instincts. He projects as a player who could fit multiple defensive and offensive roles at the next level, but will need to add 15-20 pounds of functional mass and get verified testing numbers to fully showcase his athletic profile heading into his senior year.
Well-built 5'11" 190 back who nearly doubled his production from sophomore to junior year (429 to 718 yards) at elite 5A Regis Jesuit, with 16 receptions showing natural receiving ability. Scout praise for vision and jump-cut ability is encouraging, but no verified speed testing and modest TD production (9 total on 137 touches) leave questions about explosiveness.
Pron is a well-built, productive two-way back at 5'11" 190 lbs who made a significant jump from sophomore to junior year, nearly doubling his rushing yardage while improving his YPC from 3.5 to 5.9. Scout evaluations consistently praise his vision, jump-cut ability, and natural pass-catching skills out of the backfield -- he projects as a versatile, scheme-adaptable back who can contribute on all three downs. His defensive contributions (30 tackles, 2 PD) and rugby background speak to his physicality and competitive temperament; verified athletic testing would help complete the picture on his speed and explosiveness.
13.4 YPC efficiency is eye-popping, and the 305 squat/405 deadlift at 145 lbs shows freakish relative strength, plus 3 INTs on defense confirm ball skills. But 5'6" 145 is the smallest frame in this class by a wide margin — even with the 89-yard long run and 999 all-purpose yards, the physical projection at any college level is extremely difficult.
Alex Csere is a compact, explosive multi-sport athlete who produced at an elite rate as a junior -- 13.4 YPC and 999 all-purpose yards in 10 games with a long of 89 yards. His lower-body strength numbers (305 squat, 405 deadlift) are impressive relative to his 145-lb frame, and his 3 interceptions on defense show ball skills and instincts that translate to either side of the ball. The biggest question is whether his frame (5'6", 145 lbs) can support the physical demands of college football; he'll need to demonstrate that his speed and production hold up as he adds weight heading into his senior year.
97 tackles and 8 TFL from the linebacker spot while rushing for 521 yards (6.7 YPC) shows a high-motor, physically tough two-way competitor at 3A. At 5'8" 158 he needs 20-25 lbs and verified speed numbers to project anywhere beyond small college — the defensive production may ultimately be his college ticket more than the rushing stats.
Logan Trujillo is a high-motor, undersized two-way player who emerged as Pueblo East's featured back as a junior, averaging 6.7 YPC on 78 carries while simultaneously anchoring the defense with 97 tackles and 8 TFL from the linebacker spot. His combination of contact balance, lateral quickness, and competitive toughness is evident on film clips, but at 5'8" 158 lbs he projects as a player who needs to add 20-25 pounds before college while maintaining his burst. Verified athletic testing would go a long way in validating his speed, as his production and YPC suggest above-average explosiveness for the 3A level.
All-State Second Team on a 12-1 state finalist with 10.7 YPC and 64 tackles/7 TFL — the production on a winning program validates his football ability. Zero verified measurables and limited carry volume (50 attempts) make physical projection impossible, but the all-state recognition and defensive production warrant a closer look once he gets to camps.
Liam Yoder is a high-motor, two-way Class 1A player who earned CHSAA All-State Second Team honors as a junior while helping Limon to a 12-1 record and a state championship game appearance. His 10.7 YPC on the ground shows legitimate explosive ability when he touches the ball, and his 64 tackles with 7 TFL on defense demonstrate sideline-to-sideline range and physicality as a tackler. Without verified measurables or uploaded football film, his physical projection is difficult to pin down, but his production and all-state recognition on a deep playoff team warrant further evaluation.
6'1" frame with three years of varsity experience and 866 rushing yards at 6.3 YPC as a junior in 8-man shows a durable, multi-sport athlete with some size to project. No verified testing, 4 fumbles, and limited overall production suggest a small-college prospect who needs a big senior year and camp numbers to generate any recruiting attention.
Zavier Trenkle is a 6'1" multi-sport athlete who stepped into the primary ball-carrier role as a junior and responded with 866 rushing yards at 6.3 YPC in 8-man football, demonstrating both volume durability (138 carries) and big-play ability (78-yard long). He has three years of varsity experience on both sides of the ball, with 125 career tackles and 4 INTs showing his willingness and instinct as a defender. His basketball background as a point guard translates to vision and change-of-direction ability, and his NHS induction and community involvement speak to a high-character, coachable young man heading into a pivotal senior season.
Three-year varsity contributor with a clear upward trajectory (111 to 514 to 945 rushing yards) and an 84-yard long showing breakaway ability. But 5'11" 150 lbs is drastically underweight for college football, and 8-man competition at Byers doesn't test against anything close to college-level athletes — needs 30 lbs and verified speed to project beyond NAIA/D3.
Gabe Price is a productive, high-motor running back who has been the focal point of Byers' 8-man offense for three varsity seasons. His 945 rushing yards and 6.6 YPC as a junior, along with an 84-yard long run, show legitimate burst and vision. He is a lean, athletic frame at 5'11"/150 with significant room to add mass — the physical upside is there given his multi-sport background and the fact that he's still growing. Price's ability to contribute on both sides of the ball and across multiple sports speaks to his competitiveness and football IQ.
Two-year 5A varsity contributor with a school record in 300m hurdles suggesting real athleticism, plus 32 tackles and 4 TFL on defense. But 517 yards at 4.9 YPC as a junior and 5'10" 165 lbs with no verified football testing data make him a fringe prospect — the track speed and academics could open FCS/D2 doors if he has a monster senior year.
Deon Christopher is a 5'10" 165-lb two-way player who profiles as a downhill running back with developing OLB traits. He posted nearly 1,000 career rushing yards over two varsity seasons with a consistent 5+ YPC average, while also contributing 32 tackles and 4 TFL on defense as a junior. His school record in the 300m hurdles points to legitimate speed and athleticism that translates to the football field, and his National Honor Society membership and AP coursework reflect the kind of high-character, high-IQ player programs want in their building.
Productive dual-threat QB at 1A who rushed for 853 yards at 7.2 YPC while throwing for 597 yards — the multi-sport athleticism is real. But 5'9" 150 lbs in 1A with declining passing percentages and no verified testing makes D1 projection nearly impossible; profiles as a D3/NAIA slot receiver or defensive back if he can add 25+ lbs.
Cade Mills is a productive small-school dual-threat QB who has shown clear year-over-year improvement, particularly as a runner (853 yards, 7.2 YPC, 10 TDs as a junior). However, at 5'8"-5'9" and 140-150 lbs playing in Colorado 1A, his size, level of competition, and lack of verified athletic testing make him a very long shot for D1 football. He projects more realistically as a D2/D3/NAIA prospect who could potentially play slot receiver or defensive back at the next level if he adds significant weight and gets verified speed numbers.
Younger sibling Jaxen Mills (class of 2028) is also on the Meeker High School football roster, listed at 5'5" 145 lbs.
Versatile 8-man athlete contributing at RB, WR, CB, K, and returns with a quality 20.3 YPR receiving average and 71 tackles on defense. At 5'8" 155 in Class A 8-man with a 12.00-range 100m, the competition level and physical profile are too far from D1 thresholds — profiles as a quality small-college multi-purpose player.
Harvey is a productive, versatile athlete who dominates at the Colorado 8-man level, but his size (5'8"/155), lack of verified speed testing, and extremely low level of competition make him a very difficult D1 projection. He profiles more as a quality small-college or D2/D3 athlete unless he adds significant size and can verify sub-4.5 speed. His academics and multi-sport background are positives, but he is not currently on any D1 recruiting radar.