Saturday Edition: Prospects Putting in the Work 6-3-23

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Every weekend this summer. Prep Redzone Arkansas is going to highlight prospects putting in the work on both Saturdays and Sundays. Performance camps and 7-on-7 tournaments are kicking into high gear, and we have plenty of prospects to highlight. In this article, we are going to highlight some prospects that have opened some eyes over the past two days.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='149537' first='Lane' last='Jeffcoat']-Offensive Line-Bentonville West-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At the SMU Camp, [player_tooltip player_id='149537' first='Lane' last='Jeffcoat'] did an excellent job of opening plenty of eyes. Jeffcoat was impressive in drills at the camp. He has had a strong offseason and it comes as no surprise to me that he performed well in front of numerous college coaches. Jeffcoat has good power and impressive speed. However, his work ethic and drive are going to be major attributes at the next level. The motor is always running for the talented Bentonville West offensive lineman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='339641' first='Keland' last='Mills']-Quarterback-West Memphis-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7-on-7 tournaments are heating up across the state over the next few days. West Memphis kicked off the tournament circuit with an impressive tournament win in the Beast of the East tournament in Hoxie. Mills was sharp all of last season. He makes good decisions with the football and is accurate passer that can fit the ball into some tight windows. Mills has entered the summer practice sessions in what looks to be midseason form and he is a prospect to watch out for this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='342107' first='Brody' last='Benton']-Offensive Line-Beebe-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ouachita Baptist University hosted the annual offensive line-defensive line camp this week. Beebe offensive lineman [player_tooltip player_id='342107' first='Brody' last='Benton'] opened plenty of eyes in Arkadelphia over the past few days. Benton's speed is impressive. He is able to get out to block on screen passes and on outside rushes as well. Over the next couple of seasons, Benton is going to be an offensive lineman to watch out for on Friday nights.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='149578' first='Bo' last='Williams']-Running Back-Shiloh Christian-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='149578' first='Bo' last='Williams'] is a versatile running back that has tremendous speed. Earlier in the week, Williams had the opportunity to showcase his ability for the Kansas State Wildcats. He is a running back that will not go down on initial contact. Williams is a tough running back to wrap up and bring down. He has proven to be a reliable target in the passing game as well. The Shiloh Christian running back is a prospect to watch out for this upcoming season. He has the potential for a strong 2023 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='175606' first='Skylar' last='Purifoy']-Tight End-Hot Springs Lakeside-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='175606' first='Skylar' last='Purifoy']'s versatility is impressive. He is a tight end that can clear a path for his running backs. Meanwhile, he can run some smooth pass patterns and make big receptions in the passing game. Purifoy put in some work at Incarnate Word earlier in the week. In the process, he opened some eyes with his athletic ability. He is a talented receiver and can hurt you in both the run and the passing attack. Purifoy has had a strong couple of seasons for Hot Springs Lakeside and I would expect the same productivity this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->