Five 2025 Receivers to Watch in 2023
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Over the past two decades, the wide receiver position in the state of Arkansas has become a source of talent for plenty of colleges. We are going to look at several prospects that have the potential to have a big…
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Continue ReadingOver the past two decades, the wide receiver position in the state of Arkansas has become a source of talent for plenty of colleges. We are going to look at several prospects that have the potential to have a big 2023 season. Some of the receivers we focus on, you may have already known, and some you will get to know over the course of the 2023 football season.
Mitrell Lewis Mitrell Lewis 6'3" | 180 lbs | WR Marion | 2025 State AR -Marion-6’4” 160-Pounds
Mitrell Lewis Mitrell Lewis 6'3" | 180 lbs | WR Marion | 2025 State AR has tremendous athleticism and the ability to haul in difficult receptions. Lewis is a threat to take it the distance from anywhere on the field. He will make it easy on the quarterback and work his way back to the quarterback in order for his quarterback to make the throw. Lewis has the speed to stretch the field. Meanwhile, he is a nightmare for opposing defensive backs to match up against in the red zone. Lewis is a prospect to watch out for this upcoming season.
Karter Ratliff Karter Ratliff 6'6" | 215 lbs | WR Bryant | 2025 State AR -Bryant-6’5” 185-Pounds
The Bryant Hornets’ receiving corps is one of the most talented in the state of Arkansas. Karter Ratliff Karter Ratliff 6'6" | 215 lbs | WR Bryant | 2025 State AR can operate at both the wide receiver and the tight end positions. He has tremendous versatility, and he is a big play in the passing game waiting to happen. Ratliff can work the middle of the field with impressive consistency. Meanwhile, he can work the routes down the sideline and deep down the field as well. Ratliff is a prospect to watch out for in 2023.
Harris Vinson Harris Vinson 6'1" | 205 lbs | WR Bentonville West | 2025 State AR -Bentonville West-6’0” 176-Pounds
Harris Vinson Harris Vinson 6'1" | 205 lbs | WR Bentonville West | 2025 State AR is a versatile player that can work effectively on both sides of the ball with impressive efficiency. He is a smooth route runner that can shake opposing defensive backs with his route running. Vinson has the speed to stretch the field deep. He has good hands and make tough receptions look easy. Vinson has the potential to be a weapon on both sides of the ball for Bentonville West over the next couple of season. He is another prospect that has the potential to have a big season in 2023.
Isaiah Arrington Isaiah Arrington 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR Greenwood | 2025 State AR -Greenwood-5’11” 160-Pounds
Greenwood is another school that is loaded with talent at the wide receiver position. Arrington is a wide receiver that runs extremely crisp routes. He does a great job of looking the ball into his hands. Arrington played all over the field for the Bulldogs last season and his versatility is extremely impressive. He is a wide receiver that can stretch the field deep. Look for Arrington to have a strong season in 2023. Greenwood is extremely talented, and this will be a fun group to watch this upcoming season.
Jadyn Johnson Jadyn Johnson 6'0" | 195 lbs | WR Van Buren | 2025 State AR -Van Buren-6’0” 175-Pounds
Jadyn Johnson Jadyn Johnson 6'0" | 195 lbs | WR Van Buren | 2025 State AR is another strong route runner that does an impressive job of creating separation from opposing defensive backs. He has a good combination of spring and route running that can cause problems for opposing defensive backs. Johnson does a terrific job of looking the ball into his hands. Look for Johnson to have a strong 2023 football season. He is a wide receiver with the potential to put up some big numbers this upcoming season.