2024 Under the Radar Prospects January 2023 Edition
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The class of 2024 in the state of Arkansas is a deep class. It is a class loaded with talented players on both sides of the ball. Today we are going to look at prospects that may be flying under…
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Continue ReadingThe class of 2024 in the state of Arkansas is a deep class. It is a class loaded with talented players on both sides of the ball. Today we are going to look at prospects that may be flying under the radar. Plenty of the prospects you see in this article have already made headlines on Friday nights or will in the future. All of the prospects discussed in this article have the talent to play on Saturdays in the future.
Jonathan Goins Jr Jonathan Goins Jr 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH Sylvan Hills | 2024 State AR .-Athlete-Sylvan Hills-6’2” 205-Pounds
The Sylvan Hills coaching staff has been very creative in how they line up Goins Jr. all over the field. He is an extremely versatile player that is used effectively on both sides of the ball. However, for the purpose of this article, we are going to look at his work on the defensive side of the ball. From the linebacker position, Goins Jr. does a great job of fending off blocks and getting into the offensive backfield. Goins Jr. is a linebacker that is always around the football and is someone to watch out for in 2023. He has the potential to play on Saturdays in the future.
Landon Holcomb Landon Holcomb 6'0" | 205 lbs | QB Pine Bluff | 2024 State AR -Quarterback-Pine Bluff-6’0” 195-Pounds
The Pine Bluff Zebras are never at a shortage for talented players. Pine Bluff signal caller Landon Holcomb Landon Holcomb 6'0" | 205 lbs | QB Pine Bluff | 2024 State AR is a prospect that has the potential to have a big 2023 football season. Holcomb is a quarterback that throws an accurate football. He can fit the football into some tight windows. Meanwhile, he has the arm strength needed to stretch the field deep. Holcomb is a prospect to watch this offseason in 7-on-7 programs as well as any camps he goes to. He has the potential to put up some big numbers this season.
Luke Coon Luke Coon 6'1" | 160 lbs | WR Bentonville | 2024 State AR -Wide Receiver-Bentonville-6’1” 190-Pounds
Luke Coon Luke Coon 6'1" | 160 lbs | WR Bentonville | 2024 State AR is a wide receiver that is already opening plenty of eyes this offseason. He has impressed at several camps this offseason and he has the potential to have a big 2023 football season. He has the smooth route running needed for the underneath routes. Meanwhile, he has the speed needed to keep opposing defenses honest. Coon has good hands and will haul in the tough passes that are thrown his direction. Coon has the potential to put up some impressive numbers this upcoming season.
Seth Foster Seth Foster 5'7" | 160 lbs | RB Pea Ridge | 2024 State AR -Running Back-Pea Ridge-5’7” 160-Pounds
Pea Ridge running back Seth Foster Seth Foster 5'7" | 160 lbs | RB Pea Ridge | 2024 State AR opened plenty of eyes during the 2022 football season. He uses his vision well to find a rushing lane. Foster has no problem running between the tackles. Foster is an impressive receiver out of the backfield and can be tough to bring down when he gets into the open field. He is a running back that has the talent to put up even bigger numbers this upcoming season. Foster has the potential to play on Saturdays in the future. Keep an eye on him this season.
Conner Ewell Conner Ewell 6'2" | 330 lbs | OL Monticello | 2024 State AR -Offensive Line-Monticello-6’2” 330-Pounds
Conner Ewell Conner Ewell 6'2" | 330 lbs | OL Monticello | 2024 State AR is a prospect that sees playing time on both the offensive and defensive lines. On the offensive side of the ball, Ewell has played the center position for Monticello. He has the power and quickness to establish a rushing lane for his teammates. Ewell does an impressive job of keeping his quarterback’s jersey clean as well. Meanwhile, on the defensive side of the ball, Ewell has proven to be a determined run-stuffer. Ewell is a player to watch out for as the 2023 football season approaches.