Makari Bodiford is a compact, physical Memphis back with burst and breakaway upside
Bodiford is worth watching because he has already shown he can turn limited touches into impact plays: in the 2024 season, he rushed for 106 yards on 15 carries and scored a touchdown, with a season-best 73-yard outing against Charlotte. Memphis lists him at 5-foot-11, 222 pounds, and recruiting services rated him a consensus three-star and a top-100 running back, while EA Sports gave him a 77 overall with strong speed, acceleration, trucking, and toughness traits. He looks like a downhill, contact-friendly fit for teams that want a runner who can punish tackles and create after contact.
