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Harlem Berry now the top-ranked RB in 2025

On3 imageby: Billy Embody05/15/23BillyEmbody
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2025 RB Harlem Berry. (Photo: Sam Spiegelman - On3)

2025 Metairie (La.) St. Martin’s Episcopal running back Harlem Berry is now the No. 11 overall prospect in the country and No. 1 running back in the nation. The latest 2025 On300 moved him up, cementing his grip on the top spot in Louisiana as well.

On3 director of scouting Charles Power loves the combination of speed and vision that the 5-11, 165-pound back displays on tape. Berry carried it 126 times for 1,710 yards and 30 touchdowns as a sophomore.

“Harlem Berry makes the slight move up to No. 11 overall and now checks in as the top running back prospect, just a few spots ahead of Ousmane Kromah (No. 14),” Power wrote. “We love Berry’s sophomore film. His burst, play speed and ability to change directions on a dime are arguably the best in the cycle. He backed that up with a great track season, culminating in state titles in 100 meters (10.57 seconds) and 200 meters (21.43 seconds).

“Also of note, Berry is currently checking in at around 180 pounds up from around 160 as a freshman. His size is one of the primary areas we’re monitoring as he will likely need to continue adding good mass to hold on to the top spot in what looks to be a good running back group. In-state LSU is the early favorite for Berry according to the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine, with the Tigers holding two expert predictions.”

That feel that helped him to a massive season ultimately stood out. He dominated his level of competition.

“We knew the type of athlete he was, but seeing the feel for running was very impressive,” Power said earlier this spring. “He hits some marks from a production standpoint. Doesn’t play the strongest competition, but dominates at a level that you would hope for from a prospect of his caliber. The player, there’s a ton to like with him.”

Programs like LSU, Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, Ohio State, Mississippi State, USC, Florida State, Oregon, Oklahoma and others have lined up to offer him.

Berry is above Ousmane Kromah (No. 14) and Donovan Johnson (No. 19) at the top of the On300. It’s a talented group in early five-star range right now.

According to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies, Berry ranks as the No. 20 overall prospect and No. 1 running back overall as well. LSU leads the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine.

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