4- Tampa Area Running Backs Still Available
With the 2021 season coming to an end, I wanted to go in-depth about some guys that are under the radar right now. These players are all talented and have college level ability. Some of these players have a few…
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Continue ReadingWith the 2021 season coming to an end, I wanted to go in-depth about some guys that are under the radar right now. These players are all talented and have college level ability. Some of these players have a few offers, but all of them have the ability to play college football at some level.
Jaden Griffin- Countryside High
5’10 175lbs
Griffin was outstanding for Countryside High in 2021. He finished 11th in the state in rushing running for 1498 yards, averaged over 8.7 yards per carry, and scored 18 touchdowns and also had 10 catches for 76 yards and a score. He’s a back with big-time speed (4.4 40), has very good start and stop ability and shows a plethora of moves to get out of trouble. He’s electric with the ball in his hands, very underrated Prospect. He’s also a very good student with a 3.4 GPA. Currently holds offers from Northern Iowa, Missouri State, Duquesne, and Rhode Island.
Jaylin Thomas- Zephyrhills High
5’11 185lbs
Thomas had a dominating season for Zephyrhills High. He rushed for 1436 yards, averaged an outstanding 13.7 yards per carry and scored 14 touchdowns and had nine 100-yard rushing games. He’s a three-down back that can be used in the passing game, he runs with power and breaks tackles showing good balance and the ability to stay on his feet, he’s decisive and quickly hits the hole. Currently holds one offer from Louisiana Community Christian.
Film: https://www.hudl.com/profile/11118302/Jaylin-Thomas
Efrem Only- Clearwater High
5’9 170lbs
Only is a nice Prospect from Clearwater High, he had a huge season as the lead back rushing for 1195 yards, averaging 6.8 yards per carry, and 14 touchdowns. He is a patient runner, good balance, when he sees a hole sticks his foot in the ground and shows very good burst and acceleration, he’s not the biggest back, but he will lower his shoulder and shows the ability to run with power (squats 335lbs). He currently holds an offer from Norwich University.
Film: https://www.hudl.com/profile/13412590/Efrem-Only
Jay’Den Birch Jay’Den Birch RB Bradenton Braden River | 2022 FL – Sarasota Riverview
5’11 204lbs
Birch had a very good season for Sarasota Riverview, he led the team in rushing with 1008 yards, averaged six yards per carry, with 11 touchdowns on the ground. Birch has a well built compact frame, he runs with patience, a lot of power, and consistently bounces off tacklers. He also has speed (4.5 40) to break off big runs. He’s a player coaches need to take a look at.