2025 Under the Radar 2023 February Edition

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's that time in the month where we take a look at prospects that are flying under the radar in the classes. We have several recruits in the class of 2025 that are flying under the radar and are worthy of some time in the spotlight. The 2025 class has the potential to be an extremely talented class and one that folks are going to want to pay attention to as the season approaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='355415' first='Kobe' last='Branham']-Offensive Line-Fort Smith Southside 6'6” 320-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Fort Smith Southside product is starting to open plenty of eyes from a recruiting perspective. Branham is a punishing run blocker that has no problems clearing a path for his teammates. Branham looks to finish his blocks by driving the opposing defensive lineman to the turf. Branham is a powerful blocker that has that mix of quickness and power that is rare in offensive linemen. Branham is starting to open some eyes and I look for him to be a major target for scouts over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='221270' first='Nykkisson' last='Wimberly']-Defensive Line-Arkadelphia-6'1” 255-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='221270' first='Nykkisson' last='Wimberly'] is a defensive lineman that people are going to want to pay attention as the season 2023 football season approaches. Wimberly is a versatile defensive lineman that can play the tackle or edge rushing position with impressive effectiveness. He is a quick defensive lineman that uses his speed to well to defeat blocks and haul down the ball carrier. From a pass rushing perspective, Wimberly causes problems when rushing the passer. He does a good job of getting his arms to bat down the pass. The potential that Wimberly has is strong and I expect an impressive 2023 season from the Arkadelphia defensive lineman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='221290' first='Michael' last='Hayes']-Defensive Back-Joe T. Robinson-5'10” 155-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The facet of the game that will catch your eyes, regarding [player_tooltip player_id='221290' first='Michael' last='Hayes'], is just how physical a defensive back he is. He can play the safety or cornerback spots and has put his versatility on display all last season. Hayes has the speed needed to contend with opposing wide receivers. He is a defensive back that does not mind attacking the backfield. Hayes has the ability to blow up plays in the backfield and he is a prospect I expect to have a big season for the Senators.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='568945' first='Cade' last='Clinkscales']-Defensive Back-Springdale Har-Ber-5'10” 155-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='568945' first='Cade' last='Clinkscales'] is another physical defensive back that scouts and fans will want to keep an eye on over the next few months. He has the speed needed to play the safety or cornerback positions. Clinkscales is not afraid to move up and fill the gaps to bring down the running back. He does an impressive job of being able to get physical with opposing wide receivers and separate the ball from the ball carrier. Clinkscales is going to be a player to watch in the defensive secondary for the Wildcats over the next couple of seasons. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='428896' first='Josiah' last='Rainey']-Defensive Back-Sylvan Hills-6'0” 155-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='428896' first='Josiah' last='Rainey'] sees playing time on both sides of the ball for Sylvan Hills. Rainey has terrific speed and cause plenty of problems for opposing wide receivers. He is a defensive back that is not afraid to play aggressively against wide receivers. An area of his game that should receive more credit is his ability to come up and tackle the ball carrier. Rainey does not shy away from contact. Meanwhile, on the offensive side of the ball he is a wide receiver that can stretch the field vertically. Rainey is a prospect to watch out for over the next couple of seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->