HS Scouting Report of Zachery Cartwright (RB, 2027) by Jac Eskridge-Smith
Player Identification
Player: Zachery Cartwright
High School: Green Hill High School
Location: Mount Juliet, Tennessee
Position: Running Back
Class: 2027
Jersey Number: #2
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Physical Profile
Cartwright brings a compact, sturdy 5’9”, 185-pound frame with strong lower-body development and natural balance through contact. His build allows him to absorb contact while maintaining momentum downhill, and his athletic profile is built around quick feet, burst, and controlled acceleration through traffic.
Player Summary
Cartwright is a tough, high-energy running back who consistently plays with urgency and physicality. He shows patience behind blockers before accelerating downhill with authority, and he regularly fights through first contact to maximize yardage. His blend of contact balance, vision, and competitiveness gives him developmental upside as a productive college contributor.
Trait Evaluation
Movement Skills
Cartwright displays strong short-area quickness and decisive downhill movement once lanes develop. He navigates traffic efficiently with smooth footwork and shows the ability to redirect without sacrificing much acceleration. His running style is built more on burst and decisiveness than pure long-speed explosiveness.
Physicality
One of the strongest aspects of his evaluation. Cartwright embraces contact and consistently finishes runs with toughness and effort. He runs behind his pads effectively, keeps his legs driving through contact, and regularly falls forward for additional yardage.
Football Intelligence
Shows patience and discipline operating behind blockers while understanding leverage and spacing within the run game. He allows plays to develop naturally before committing downhill and demonstrates solid field awareness throughout the rep.
Strengths
- Physical downhill running style
- Strong contact balance and finishing ability
- Quick burst through open rushing lanes
- Tough competitor with a reliable motor
- Efficient footwork and vision in traffic
Areas for Development
- Continue developing top-end breakaway speed
- Expand receiving-game polish and versatility
- Improve consistency in pass protection assignments
Intangibles
Motor / Effort Level: High-effort player who consistently runs hard and brings energy every snap.
Competitiveness: Tough-minded competitor who embraces physical football and responds well in pressure situations.
Overall Evaluation
Summary Statement:
Physical developmental running back with strong contact balance, downhill burst, and competitive toughness who projects as a dependable college contributor with upside in a rotational or complementary offensive role.
Scout Information
Scout: Jac Eskridge-Smith
Region: Tennessee
Date: 05/17/2026
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