
Zachary Manning brings freshman upside and home-run potential to Norfolk State’s backfield
Manning is a 6-foot, 180-pound running back from Atlanta who entered Norfolk State as a freshman in 2025, and his high school résumé featured 1,011 rushing yards, 10 touchdowns, and 112.3 yards per game in his senior season, plus 26 tackles on defense. His appeal is the two-way toughness, compact build, and all-around athletic feel that suggest he can grow into a versatile offensive piece rather than just a carries-only runner.



