Top 10 all-time leading rushers in Illinois HS football
9. Samson Evans, Prairie Ridge (2014-17)
Although he played quarterback for the Wolves, Evans racked up 6,386 yards on the ground in his four years. He led the team to consecutive Class 6A championships and was named the Gatorade Illinois Football Player of the Year following his senior season. Evans’ 112 rushing touchdowns rank fourth in state history and he continued his football career with the Eastern Michigan Eagles, where he became the school’s all-time touchdown leader with 46.
