Prep Redzone Arkansas 2026 Introduction
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One class that has gotten people extremely excited in the state of Arkansas is the 2026 Prep Redzone class. The class is loaded with talented prospects, and it has the potential to be one of the best classes that the…
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Continue ReadingOne class that has gotten people extremely excited in the state of Arkansas is the 2026 Prep Redzone class. The class is loaded with talented prospects, and it has the potential to be one of the best classes that the state of Arkansas has witnessed in some time. In this article, we are going to take a look at some of the top prospects coming out of the 2026 class.
Kane Archer Kane Archer 6'1" | 205 lbs | QB Greenwood Bulldogs | 2026 State AR -Quarterback-Greenwood-6’1” 195-Pounds
Archer is one of the most talented quarterbacks that the state has seen in several years. Ranked by several services as the number one quarterback in the country coming out for the 2026 class. Archer is a student of the game, and he studies it well. The young man moves around in the pocket well and does a good job of keeping his eyes down the field. Archer throws the football with accuracy, and he has a strong arm. He can make all the throws needed to run the offense. With multiple division one scholarship offers to his credit, Archer is just getting started and the sky is the limit in terms of potential.
Jahlon Harris Jahlon Harris 6'6" | 295 lbs | OL Maumelle | 2026 State AR -Offensive Line-Joe T. Robinson-6’5” 336-Pounds
Jahlon Harris Jahlon Harris 6'6" | 295 lbs | OL Maumelle | 2026 State AR is going to be the next dominant offensive lineman that Joe T. Robinson produces. He is a powerhouse with quick feet. Harris does a fantastic job of run blocking. He plays with a mean streak and seeks to finish every block with a pancake. From a pass blocking perspective, Harris makes life difficult for opposing defensive linemen. He is tough to try and overpower and he has the foot speed needed to cause plenty of problems for opposing pass rushers. Harris has the potential to be a starter on Saturdays in the future.
Jacob Cruz Jacob Cruz 6'0" | 180 lbs | DB Greenwood | 2026 AR -Defensive Back-Greenwood-6’2” 180-Pounds
Cruz is a versatile defensive back that moved to Greenwood over the summer. With a scholarship offer from Louisville to his credit, the Greenwood defensive back can play the cornerback or safety positions with equal effectiveness. Cruz has the speed to make opposing wide receivers’ lives difficult. He can pick off passes with ease and he is not afraid to make a tackle. He is a prospect that always seems to be around the football. Cruz is only going to continue to improve over the next few seasons. Watch out for him on Friday nights.
Kamauri Austin Kamauri Austin 6'4" | 185 lbs | WR Bryant | 2026 State AR -Wide Receiver-Bryant-6’1” 165-Pounds
The Bryant Hornets are loaded at the skill positions over the next four seasons. Austin is a playmaker on both sides of the ball. However, he has the speed to stretch the field and help open up the Hornets’ offense. Austin is a wide receiver that runs smooth routes and uses the route running ability to create separation. Much like his teammates at Bryant, Austin is another wide receiver that has the talent to see the field on Saturdays in the future.
Cody Taylor Cody Taylor 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL Greenwood | 2026 State AR -Offensive Line-Greenwood-6’3” 275-Pounds
The 2026 class for the Greenwood Bulldogs is loaded with talented players. It is not often that you will see a class with several division one caliber players. Cody Taylor Cody Taylor 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL Greenwood | 2026 State AR has extremely quick feet and shows good explosiveness getting out of the stance. Taylor uses the power and speed combination well to keep the opposing defensive linemen out of the backfield. Taylor is one offensive lineman that looks to finish every block and he is another division one prospect that the Bulldogs will have over the next few years.