2023 Under the Radar Prospects January 2024 Edition

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2023 is rapidly approaching the second signing day period. The state of Arkansas has plenty of prospects that are flying under the radar. We are going to look at several prospects that have the potential to play on Saturdays in the future. The class of 2023 is one of the most talented the state of Arkansas has seen, and we have plenty of prospects with the talent to play on Saturdays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='432437' first='Holt' last='Chappell']-Linebacker-Little Rock Christian-6'4” 210-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>During his high school career, [player_tooltip player_id='432437' first='Holt' last='Chappell'] lined up all over the field for Little Rock Christian. He has the speed to play the linebacker or safety positions. Meanwhile, I could easily see him playing the edge rusher position at the next level. He uses his quickness well and he earned all-state honors at the safety position. Chappell can punish the ball carrier with hard hits and he can separate the ball from the ball carrier. Chappell's versatility alone should make the scouts take notice and I am curious to see where he will land.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='408381' first='Peyton' last='Tatum']-Quarterback-Booneville-6'0” 186-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Booneville signal caller had a stellar 2022 football season for the Bearcats. Tatum is an elusive runner that will not be brought down on initial contact. He does a great job of reading the defense and knowing when to pitch to his running back. Booneville runs the flex-bone primarily, however when he needs to make a throw, he has proven to be an accurate passer. The Bearcats do an impressive job of producing talented prospects and Tatum is another in a long line of talented players to come out of Booneville.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='331257' first='Travion' last='Nash']-Offensive Line-Arkansas-6'4” 290-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='331257' first='Travion' last='Nash'] has the ability to play the tackle or guard positions at the next level. He is an impressive run blocker that has no trouble clearing a path for his teammates. Nash is quick out of the stance and gets into the opposing defensive lineman quickly. He looks to finish his blocks and has shown that he can play with a chip on his shoulder. Nash has done well in his high school career in Texarkana and he is certainly a prospect to watch out for at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='340532' first='Nicholas' last='Hazeslip']-Offensive Line-Cabot-6'6” 295-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='340532' first='Nicholas' last='Hazeslip'] has tremendous size and explosiveness. He is a powerful offensive lineman that has played all along the offensive front for Cabot. Hazeslip can blow up opposing defensive lineman at the point of attack. The Cabot powerhouse finishes every block when it comes to passing or run blocking. Hazeslip has proven to be a devastating run blocker and has no trouble clearing a path for his running backs. Hazeslip is a player to watch over the next couple of days to see where he will sign.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486643' first='Tevin' last='Tate']-Tight End-Springdale-6'6” 240-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='486643' first='Tevin' last='Tate'] opened plenty of eyes with his impressive play to close out the 2022 football season. From a pass catching perspective, the Springdale tight end has the athletic ability to high point the football. He has good speed and can create separation from opposing linebackers and safeties. Tate is a multi-sport athlete and is a prospect to watch on the basketball court as well as the football field. Tate is a prospect that is flying under the radar and is certainly worth a long look from the scouts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->