The 2025 running back group may be Clemson’s most untested, unsettled and, at the same time, intriguing position group on the roster. There is a lot of talent among the players, no doubt, but there are plenty of questions.
Adam Randall has the most experience, but it came at another position (wide receiver). Dabo Swinney and Cade Klubnik constantly praise Randall’s leadership, and it will be interesting to see if that – and his talents – will translate to running back.
Jay Haynes contributed some last year, but he’s coming off a torn ACL suffered in the ACC Championship Game. David Eziomume is a talented returner, but he only had 10 carries for 62 yards in 2024, and the same could be said of Jarvis Green, who has 12 carries for 57 yards in two seasons. Keith Adams Jr. is a steady veteran who has played some, but could he rise to the next level if needed?
Then there’s Gideon Davidson, one of the top running back recruits in the 2025 class. Is he ready to be the lead back? If not, will he be ready at some point this season?
Again, a lot of questions. But at least it seems like C.J. Spiller’s position group has enough options to find the answers. The running backs don’t have to be the focal point of the offense this season, so that should help them easy into the season and be productive – even if it’s as a group and not one back leading the way.
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