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John Smith

Class of 2027 | RB/Athlete

Wyoming Seminary

Height: 5’7″
Weight: 180 lbs.
Position: Running Back/Athlete

Evaluated by Jerry Flora

 National Recruiter
 33-Year Coaching Veteran
 Former College & High School Head Football Coach (13 Years)

Player Overview

John Smith is a dynamic and versatile offensive weapon who possesses the toughness of a traditional running back and the athletic ability of a slot receiver. Despite being slightly undersized compared to the prototype collegiate back, he compensates with exceptional strength, vision, patience, and football intelligence. John is a physical runner who consistently plays bigger than his frame and can impact the game as both a runner and receiver.

His combination of lower-body power, balance, and explosiveness makes him one of the more intriguing dual-threat offensive prospects in the Class of 2027.

Physical Measurements & Strength Profile

• Height: 5’7″
• Weight: 180 lbs.
• Max Bench Press: 315 lbs.
• Squat Max: 405 lbs.
• Bench Press (225 lbs.): 12 Reps

John possesses outstanding strength for his size. His lower-body power is evident in his ability to finish runs, break tackles, and maintain balance through contact. He has the frame and muscular development to continue adding functional strength while maintaining his quickness and explosiveness.

Running Ability                                                               Grade – 8.5

Vision – Excellent

One of John’s greatest strengths is his field vision.

• Identifies running lanes both inside and outside the tackles.
• Shows patience and allows blocks to develop.
• Anticipates defensive movement.
• Consistently finds cutback lanes before they fully develop.

His ability to see the field and process information quickly separates him from many backs his age.

Running Instincts – Excellent                                   Grade – 8.5

John demonstrates a natural feeling for the position.

• Set up blockers effectively.
• Understands leverage and defensive pursuit angles.
• Uses patience to allow plays to develop.
• Make instinctive decisions with football.

He rarely appears rushed and consistently makes smart decisions with the ball in his hands.

Change of Direction – Very Good                             Grade – 8

• Excellent stop-start ability.
• Smooth jump cuts.
• Displays lateral quickness.
• Makes defenders miss in tight spaces.

John’s agility allows him to create yards when the play is not perfectly blocked.

Contact Balance & Power – Excellent                    Grade – 8.5

For a 180-pound back, John’s contact balance is exceptional.

• Runs through arm tackles.
• Maintains leverage and balance through contact.
• Keeps his feet moving.
• Finishes run with authority.

His leg drive and lower-body strength make him difficult to bring down on first contact.

Elusiveness – Excellent                                                Grade – 8.5

• Effective juke and spin moves.
• Dangerous in one-on-one situations.
• Creative in an open space.
• Possesses the ability to turn small gains into explosive plays.

Acceleration & Burst – Excellent                             Grade – 8.5

• Reaches top speed quickly.
• Explodes through running lanes.
• Possesses a second gear in the open field.
• Demonstrates home-run ability whenever he touches the football.

Receiving Ability – Elite Trait                                    Grade – 9

One of John’s biggest strengths is his ability to contribute as a receiver.

• Exceptional hands.
• Runs routes effectively from the slot.
• Catches outside his frame.
• Dangerous on screens and checkdowns.
• Can align in the backfield or split out wide.

His versatility creates matchup problems and makes him a true offensive weapon.

Pass Protection    – Very Good                                   Grade – 8

• Recognizes blitzes quickly.
• Uses proper leverage and technique.
• Willingly stays in to protect the quarterback.
• Shows strong anchor ability despite being undersized.
• Demonstrates excellent assignment discipline.

His willingness and effectiveness in passing protection increase his value as an every-down back.

Competitiveness & Toughness – Outstanding                Grade – 8

John plays the game with a physical edge.

• Plays through contact.
• Finishes every run.
• Practices with high effort and intensity.
• Brings toughness and energy to the football field.

His competitive demeanor is one of his most impressive traits.

Football Intelligence – Excellent                              Grade 8.5

• Understands protections and responsibilities.
• Learning offensive schemes quickly.
• Demonstrates situational awareness.
• Studies and understanding leverage concepts.

John’s football IQ allows him to play fast and make advanced decisions for his age.

Durability                                                                           Grade – 8

2025 Production

Rushing

• 140 Carries
• 1,006 Rushing Yards
• 7.1 Yards Per Carry
• 10 Touchdowns

Receiving

• 11 Receptions
• 215 Receiving Yards

Missed: 2 Games

Despite missing two contests, John still eclipsed the 1,000-yard rushing mark while averaging over seven yards per carry.

Overall Evaluation                                                         Final Grade – 8.36

College Projection

High Academic FCS / Patriot League / Ivy League / NEC / Scholarship Division II Prospect

Comparison

A compact, powerful, all-purpose back whose versatility allows him to impact the game as both a running back and slot receiver while providing value on all three downs.

John Smith is a highly productive, versatile, and physical running back who projects as a true all-purpose offensive weapon at the next level. His combination of vision, patience, lower-body strength, receiving ability, and football intelligence allows him to impact the game in multiple ways.

He possesses the toughness to run between the tackles and the athletic ability to line up at receiver, creating tremendous value within modern offensive systems.

Strengths

✔ Vision and patience
✔ Lower-body strength and contact balance
✔ Receiving ability and route running
✔ Football IQ and instincts
✔ Competitiveness and toughness
✔ Pass protection

Camps & Showcases

2026

Lehigh

Fordham

Edinboro

Kutztown

Lockhaven

Ithaca

Invitations & School Visits

2026

Fordham

Villanova

Offers

Stony Brook (FCS)