Running back play has always mattered in the Suburban One League. This is a league where many teams still want to run the football, control the line of scrimmage, wear down defenses, and win with toughness. But just like any position, running back production needs context. Some backs are true feature players.
Some share touches in loaded backfields. Some play both ways. Some had injuries or limited opportunities and still produced when their number was called. At Suburban One Insider, we try to look at the full picture. Stats matter, but so does role. So does efficiency. So does scoring production. So does versatility. So does the talent around a player. A back who gets 20 carries a game and a back who shares the backfield can both be valuable in different ways.
This year’s returning running back group has a little bit of everything: proven production, big-play ability, physical downhill runners, two-way players, and backs who could see an even bigger role this season.
Who to watch...
Michael Giangiulio — Plymouth Whitemarsh ’27 Height/Weight: 6'0" 195 lbs.
Status: Returning Plymouth Whitemarsh running back
Production: 1,500 total yards, 19 total touchdowns
Honors: 1st Team All-League RB, 2nd Team All-Area RB, 2nd Team All-League LB
Michael Giangiulio returns with one of the strongest overall profiles in the Suburban One League. His production speaks for itself. Giangiulio totaled 1,500 yards and 19 touchdowns, giving Plymouth Whitemarsh one of the most proven offensive weapons in the area. He has already shown he can carry a major role and produce at a high level. What separates Giangiulio is that he is not just an offensive player. He also produced on defense with 54 tackles and 8 tackles for loss. That kind of two-way impact says a lot about his toughness, conditioning, and value to his team. As a running back, he brings a strong combination of vision, power, and finishing ability. He can be the centerpiece of an offense, and his touchdown production shows he can turn drives into points. Giangiulio enters the season as one of the most complete returning football players in the league, and one of the top running backs to watch.
Rylei Gray — North Penn ’27 Height/Weight: 5’10”, 180 lbs.
Status: Returning North Penn running back
Rushing: 1,200 yards, 15 touchdowns Receiving: 237 yards, 3 touchdowns
Rylei Gray gives North Penn one of the most dangerous returning offensive weapons in the league. Gray rushed for 1,200 yards and 15 touchdowns, showing he can handle a major role in the run game. He also added 237 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns, which makes him more than just a traditional running back. That receiving production matters. A back who can catch the ball creates problems for a defense. He can line up in different spots, make plays in space, and give the offense another way to get him touches. At 5’10” and 180 pounds, Gray has the build and athletic ability to be a major part of North Penn’s offense. His production as both a runner and receiver makes him one of the most explosive backs returning in the Suburban One League. He is not just a volume player. He is a playmaker.
Louie Cipollo — C.B. West ’27 Height/Weight: 6’0”, 190 pounds
Status: Returning C.B. West running back
Rushing: 1,060 yards, 12 touchdowns
Louie Cipollo returns as one of the most productive backs in the Suburban One League. Cipollo rushed for 1,060 yards and 12 touchdowns, giving C.B. West a proven runner who can be counted on in a physical offense. His production fits the identity of a team that wants to run the ball, control the game, and make defenses tackle for four quarters. At 6’0” and 190 pounds, Cipollo has the size to run through contact and the production to show he can handle a major workload. The C.B. West backfield also has depth and talent, which makes his numbers even more impressive. When a team has multiple players who can carry the ball, touches can be shared. Cipollo still found a way to produce at a high level. He enters the season as one of the league’s most dependable returning backs.
Mike Price — C.B. East ’27 Height/Weight: 6’1”, 205 pounds
Status: Returning C.B. East running back
Rushing: 451 yards, 6 touchdowns Note: Produced in limited action due to injury
Mike Price is one of the most important names to watch because of what he showed when healthy. Price rushed for 451 yards and 6 touchdowns in limited action after dealing with injury. That context matters. His numbers do not tell the full story unless you understand that he was not available for a full season. At 6’1” and 205 pounds, Price has the frame of a physical, downhill runner. He can bring size and strength to the C.B. East backfield, and his touchdown production shows he can finish drives when he gets opportunities. Injuries are part of football, but when a player produces in limited time, it makes the next season interesting. A healthy Price could be a major piece for C.B. East. He has the size, production, and opportunity to be one of the more impactful returning backs in the league.
Tyree Chambers — Wissahickon ’27 Height/Weight: 6’0”, 180 lbs.
Status: Returning Wissahickon running back
Rushing: Around 700 yards in limited action Touchdowns: 12 TDs
Tyree Chambers is a player whose production needs the right context. Chambers rushed for around 700 yards in limited action, and he did it while not having a full season as the clear featured back. He also shared that he had more than 540 rushing yards in the five games he started, which shows what he can do when given the lead role. That is the important part. When Chambers was the guy, he produced. He showed he could carry the ball, move the offense, and give Wissahickon a reliable option in the run game. At 6’0” and 180 pounds, Chambers has good size for the position and should be one of the more intriguing backs to watch heading into the season. With a larger role, his production could climb quickly. He belongs in this group because the ability is there, and the production in his starts showed it.
Nick Miletto — C.B. West ’27 Height/Weight: 6'0" 225 lbs.
Status: Returning C.B. West running back
Rushing: 114 carries, 661 yards, 8 touchdowns Average: 5.8 yards per carry Receiving: 6 catches, 118 yards All-purpose: 919 all-purpose yards
Nick Miletto is one of the best all-around football players returning in the Suburban One League, and his offensive production deserves attention. Miletto rushed 114 times for 661 yards and 8 touchdowns while averaging 5.8 yards per carry. He also added 118 receiving yards and finished with 919 all-purpose yards. That is strong production in any offense, but it stands out even more at C.B. West because the Bucks have multiple talented backs. Miletto was not the only option in the backfield, yet he still found ways to make an impact. His value goes beyond rushing yards. He can contribute in the passing game, on special teams, and on defense. But as a running back, the numbers are strong enough on their own. Miletto brings toughness, versatility, and production. He is the type of player who can affect the game in several ways.
Gavin Graham — C.B. South ’27 Height/Weight: 6’1”, 225 lbs.
Status: Returning C.B. South running back
Rushing: 78 carries, 561 yards, 8 touchdowns
Gavin Graham gives C.B. South a powerful and productive returning back. Graham rushed 78 times for 561 yards and 8 touchdowns, which shows both efficiency and scoring ability. At 6’1” and 225 pounds, he brings a different type of presence to the backfield. His size stands out right away. Graham has the frame to run through contact, pick up tough yards, and bring a physical edge to the C.B. South offense. But he was not just a short-yardage player. His production shows he could create yardage and finish drives. A back with that size and that level of efficiency is always worth watching in the Suburban One League. Graham enters the season as one of the more physical returning backs in the league and a player who could take on an even bigger role.
Caleb Moyer — Souderton ’27 Height/Weight: 6’0”, 190 lbs.
Status: Returning Souderton running back
Rushing: 60 carries, 428 yards, 7 touchdowns Average: 7.1 yards per carry Career rushing: 85 carries, 731 yards, 10 touchdowns
Caleb Moyer gives Souderton an efficient and proven returning option in the run game. Moyer rushed for 428 yards and 7 touchdowns on just 60 carries last season, averaging 7.1 yards per carry. That kind of efficiency matters. It shows that when he got opportunities, he made the most of them. His career production is strong as well, with 731 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns on 85 carries. That gives Souderton a player who has already shown he can create explosive plays and finish drives. At 6’0” and 190 pounds, Moyer has good size and should have a chance to take on a bigger role as a senior. He is one of the backs on this list who could see his production grow with more touches.
George Stein — Upper Dublin ’28 Height/Weight: 5’10”, 180 lbs.
Status: Returning Upper Dublin running back
Rushing: 75 carries, 444 yards, 6 touchdowns
George Stein is one of the younger backs in this group, and that makes his production worth watching. Stein rushed 75 times for 444 yards and 6 touchdowns, giving Upper Dublin a productive returning option in the backfield. At 5’10” and 180 pounds, he already has a solid frame for a young back, and he has shown he can produce at the varsity level. What stands out is that he is still only a Class of 2028 player. Young players who get varsity production early often take a big step once they gain more experience and confidence. Stein gives Upper Dublin another offensive piece to build around. His rushing production and touchdown total make him one of the younger names to keep an eye on this season.
Luke Beighley — Pennsbury ’27 Height/Weight: 5’9”, 175 lbs.
Status: Returning Pennsbury running back
Rushing: 56 carries, 244 yards, 7 touchdowns Average: 4.4 yards per carry
Luke Beighley is a great example of why context matters. Beighley was part of a shared Pennsbury backfield, so his rushing volume was not as high as some other backs. But he made his touches count. He rushed 56 times for 244 yards and 7 touchdowns, averaging 4.4 yards per carry. The touchdown number stands out. Seven rushing touchdowns on 56 carries shows that Pennsbury trusted him in important situations and that he was able to finish drives. Beighley also brings major value outside of the backfield. He produced on defense with 72 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 3 pass breakups, and an interception. He also added a blocked punt and a touchdown on special teams. That is a complete football player. As a running back, he belongs because of his scoring production and role in Pennsbury’s offense. As an overall player, he brings even more value.
Final Thoughts
This running back group has a little bit of everything. There are feature backs with big rushing totals. There are explosive players who can score from anywhere. There are physical runners built for tough yards. There are two-way players. There are younger backs who already have varsity production. There are players who shared touches but still made a major impact. That is what makes this position group so interesting.
In the Suburban One League, running backs are still a major part of the story. Many programs want to run the ball, control the clock, and make defenses tackle. But every back’s situation is different. Some carry the offense. Some share the backfield. Some play all three phases. Some are coming off limited action and could see a bigger role. Stats matter, but context matters too. This group will have a chance to lead offenses, finish drives, and help shape the identity of their teams this season.