While some might view it as a lost art, the running back position in Iowa high school football remains a high priority for several teams.
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But which running back in Iowa is the best of the best? Who is a home run threat? Or a clock-killer that can pile up yards and first downs while not slowing down?
Glad you asked, as we have compiled a list of the top running backs in Iowa high school football for you to vote on. Cast as many votes as you like for your favorite, as we will award them the honor of being The Sporting News Iowa high school running back of the year.
Vote for The Sporting News Iowa running back of the year
Here are the nominees for the top running back in Iowa high school football:
Nominees for The Sporting News Iowa high school football running back of the year
Jaxon Gordon, Riverside: The state leader in yards, Gordon has racked up 1,827 on 217 carries with 24 touchdowns.
Jamison Ewing, Southeast Warren: Ewing has went for 300-plus this year, sitting at 1,601 with 26 touchdowns scored.
Hunter Curley, Wapsie Valley: With an average of almost 11 yards per carry, Curley has recorded 1,281 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Daniel Larmie, Ankeny: Competing in the state's largest classification, Larmie has churned out 1,079 yards with 10 touchdowns.
Braydan Doss, Lewis Central: Just a sophomore, Doss has rushed for 1,068 yards and scored 12 TDs this year.
Keshawn Wyldon, Burlington: Even with opposing defenses focusing on him, Wyldon has a stat line of 92 carries for 1,061 yards and 15 touchdowns - 11.5 yards per carry for those without a calculator on them.
Korben Michels, Saint Ansgar: A touchdown machine for the Saints, Michels has found the end zone 20 times, rushing for 940 yards on just 55 carries - good for 17 yards per touch.
Jarin Hoffman, Kuemper Catholic: Hoffman does the ground work in the Kuemper offense, rushing 127 times for 894 yards with 12 trips to the end zone.
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