Top Texas Prospect RB Landen Williams Callis Emerging as Nation’s Premier 2027 Playmaker

Few prospects in recent memory have generated as much excitement as Randle High School running back Landen Williams Callis and he’s living up to every bit of the hype. The junior back is not only the most offered player in Texas’ 2027 class, but he’s quickly proving himself as a can’t-miss five-star prospect and one of the best players in the country regardless of class.

Historic Start to the 2025 Season

Through five games, Callis has racked up 1,205 yards and 22 touchdowns, averaging nearly 10 yards per carry and more than 240 yards per game. His most dominant showing came in what may have been the District 9-5A Division II title clash with Iowa Colony, where he gashed the defense for 342 rushing yards and six touchdowns.

That same night, Callis eclipsed the 5,000-yard career rushing mark, an astounding milestone for a player who still has nearly two full high school seasons left. He’s on pace to re-write record books before his time at Randle is done.

Championship DNA

Callis has already proven he can deliver in the biggest moments. In 2024, he powered Randle to a state championship, showcasing the same blend of speed, toughness, and versatility that now has him widely considered the top running back prospect in the nation for the 2027 cycle.

Why He’s a Can’t-Miss Five-Star

What separates Callis isn’t just his production, it’s the total package he brings to the field:

• Elite Speed: Explodes through holes and consistently separates from defenders in the open field.

  
  

• Contact Balance: Compact, powerful frame lets him shed tackles and stay upright after contact.

  
  

• Elusiveness: Exceptional lateral quickness, highlighted by a deadly jump cut and spin move.

  
  

• Complete Skill Set: Dangerous as a pass catcher, with excellent hands and route-running ability.

  
  

• Game-Changer: Consistently flips the momentum of games, demanding defensive game plans built solely to stop him.

  
  

National Perspective

Recruiters and scouts agree: Callis is different. His blend of size, explosiveness, and polish at this stage makes him a rare prospect. With his résumé, state title, 5,000+ career yards, and a dominant junior campaign in progress, Callis is firmly in the conversation as not only the best running back in America, but also one of the clear top overall players in the 2027 class.

Simply put, Callis is a can’t-miss five-star talent destined to be a household name at the next level and beyond.