5-Star RB Tavien Feaster Totals 312 Yards, 5 Touchdowns in Week 2

Billed as the nation’s top running back prospect in the 2016 class, Tavien Feaster delivered an emphatic statement to back up those lofty credentials in leading Spartanburg (South Carolina) High School to a 49-20 win over Union County in Week 2.

As detailed by Paul Martin of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal, Feaster and his squad endured weather delays caused by lightning strikes in the area to earn a huge win and improve to 2-0 on the season.

When the skies weren’t lit up with dangerous weather, the Clemson pledge supplied enough electricity on the field while rushing 10 times for 142 yards and two touchdowns. He also added three receptions for 119 yards and another two scores, according to stats provided by Vikings Sports Information Director Zachary Johnson. Finally, he added a 51-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.

He averaged more than 22 yards each time he touched the ball.

His Week 2 performance follows up a strong showing in Spartanburg’s season opener. In a nationally televised showdown against Wakulla (Florida), Feaster accounted for 182 yards of total offense and three touchdowns in a 42-14 win.

"He's an asset to our team," Spartanburg head coach Chris Miller told Martin. "He's such a phenomenal player. He really doesn't say that much, but when he does speak, people listen."

His early-season display is a prime example of what makes him such a dangerous playmaker.

As he projects to the next level, his game appears to be a perfect fit in Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney’s high-octane offense. He has the speed and athleticism to be a nightmare in open space, similar to former Tigers All-American running back C.J. Spiller. 

Whether it be as a running back, return man or receiver, Feaster’s strong start to his senior season is proof that he is one of the nation’s top playmakers in the 2016 cycle.

Sanjay Kirpalani is a National Recruiting Analyst for Bleacher Report. Unless otherwise noted, all quotes obtained firsthand. All recruiting information courtesy of 247Sports.