Aggies by the numbers: Ruben Owens looks to make an early impact
AggieYell.com's series on members of the 2023 Texas A&M football team continues with a look at running back Rueben Owens, who will wear number 2.
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Background
Class: Freshman
Height/Weight: 6 foot, 200 pounds
2022 stats (at El Campo High School): 213 carries, 1,781 yards (8.4 YPC), 25 TDs; #1 running back in the nation according to Rivals.com
Analysis
Owens showed pretty quickly that his status as the nation's top back was not a fluke. He showed great explosiveness, outstanding vision and superior cutting ability during spring practice, proving to be the equal of junior Amari Daniels and Le'Veon Moss. Owens looks like he'll get a chance to be a part of a three-back rotation this season, and could get a look as a kick returner.
All three of A&M's backs are impressive and have the ability to make big plays. But in terms of sheer "wow" factor, Owens seems to be a cut above.
Projected role
In the rotation at running back.
