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LINEBACKER/RUNNING BACK

Aaron Cox Jr – 2026 RB/ATH – California Running Back Recruit Downhill Power, Multi-Sport Speed, College-Ready Playmaker

VERIFIED STATS

HEIGHT: 5"11' | WEIGHT: 210 lbs | 40: 4.6 s | BENCH: 305 lbs | SQUAT: 430 lbs | CLEAN: 230 lbs  | GPA: 3.8

HIGHLIGHT FILM

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Aaron Cox Jr is a 2026 RB/ATH from Sanger West High School (CA). A powerful downhill runner with proven breakaway ability, he posted 1,683 all-purpose yards and 23 touchdowns this season. Aaron is one of the rare backs with true two-way production - earning 2025 Offensive MVP, 2024 Defensive MVP, and 1st Team All-League, and other top honors on both sides of the ball - which shows in his instincts, toughness, and ability to finish runs through contact. His wrestling strength, track speed, and four years of varsity experience make him a versatile, college-ready athlete capable of impacting multiple phases of the game.

Scouting Report – RB/ATH (2026)
 
College Projection:
Power back or all-purpose RB at the collegiate level with special teams upside. College-ready build and play style. Under-recruited due to school size but high production, toughness, and versatility make him a strong sleeper prospect.

Size & Build:
6’0”, 210-pound power back with an ideal college frame. Thick lower body, strong core, and the leverage to run through contact.

Running Style:
Downhill, physical runner with excellent balance and the ability to sustain drives. Elite yards-after-contact productivity and natural forward lean.
 
Vision & Burst:
Reads blocks well and accelerates quickly into open space. Shows strong lane recognition and patient footwork behind the line.
 
Contact Strength:
Runs through arm tackles routinely. Wrestling background shows in his hip strength, leverage control, and ability to stay upright through contact.
 
Speed & Athleticism:
4.6 speed with consistent breakaway acceleration. Track training is visible in his stride, turnover rate, and ability to separate at the second level.
 
Versatility:
RB/ATH with experience on both offense and defense. Capable of producing from multiple alignments: inside zone, gap scheme, outside runs, and receiving roles.
 
Multi-Sport Toughness:
Wrestling contributes to balance, grip strength, and explosiveness. Track adds speed, conditioning, and stride efficiency.
 
Competitiveness:
High-motor, team-driven athlete who plays with physicality and confidence. Four-year varsity contributor and tone-setter.

Scouting Report

Aaron Cox Jr is a 2026 RB/ATH from Sanger West High School (CA). A powerful downhill runner with proven breakaway ability, he posted 1,683 all-purpose yards and 23 touchdowns this season. Aaron is one of the rare backs with true two-way production - earning 2025 Offensive MVP, 2024 Defensive MVP, and 1st Team All-League, and other top honors on both sides of the ball - which shows in his instincts, toughness, and ability to finish runs through contact. His wrestling strength, track speed, and four years of varsity experience make him a versatile, college-ready athlete capable of impacting multiple phases of the game.

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