The Arizona Republic’s Top 10 running backs to see during 2024 high school football season

With the wide-open offensive attacks in high school football, the running back role becomes that much more valuable. A team needs to be able to run the ball to open up the pass. One-dimensional teams don’t go far. Coaches know it. And the game needs it.

In Arizona, there are so many good backs — some that are able to go through and around defenders — to make for a strong 2024 season for the running backs. Here are The Arizona Republic’s top 10 backs to see in 2024 in this continuing series examining each position leading up to the season.

The Republic’s Top 10 running backs

1. Noah Roberts, Chandler Basha, 6-0, 190, So.

Basha running back Noah Roberts during a practice at Basha High School on April 25, 2024.

He came on as a freshman on varsity last season with big plays running the ball and catching the ball out of the backfield. He was a key component in reaching the Open state semifinals for the Bears. He’s got all the potential to become the next great running back to come out of Arizona and get to the NFL. Watch for an even better sophomore season.

2. Jacob Brown, Chandler Hamilton, 5-11, 207, Jr.

It’s uncertain whether or not he’ll have to sit out the first five games after transferring from Scottsdale Saguaro, but when he does hit the field, watch out. Fans got a glimpse of his potential in the 6A championship game last December when he ran for 116 yards and two TDs on just 10 carries in a 40-20 win over Mesa Red Mountain.

3. Derrion Bartholomew, Peoria Centennial, 5-11, 215, So.

You may not know who he is now, but you will by September. He could be the best back to come out of Centennial since Zidane Thomas. He’s a combination of speed and power and is a touchdown play waiting to happen. With a talented offensive line paving holes, this could be a 2,000-yard season.

4. Javon Bell, Peoria, 5-11, 225, Jr.

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Publish date : 2024-06-04 16:40:19

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