July Update: 2026 Ranking Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone Arkansas has released the latest set of rankings for the class of 2026. As with every update, we have the opportunity to look at some prospects that are shooting up the rankings. The 2026 rankings have the potential to be one of the most talented classes the state of Arkansas has seen in some time. Here are some of the prospects that have shot up the Prep Redzone Arkansas rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='335132' first='Talan' last='Williams']-Quarterback-Gentry</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='335132' first='Talan' last='Williams'] is a prospect that continues to improve every time I see him step on the field. He makes good decisions with the football. Williams is an accurate passer that can throw his receivers open. He has the versatility to see playing time on both sides of the ball this upcoming season. Williams has the athleticism to cause problems for the opposing team on both sides of the ball. He is a player to watch out for over the next couple of seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='212211' first='Will' last='Carter']-Wide Receiver-Benton-5'11” 156-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Benton wide receiver does a great job of using his crisp route running to create separation from opposing defenders. Carter has a knack for getting open using his route running and speed. He works his way open for his quarterback and does not have a problem outworking opposing defensive backs for the football. Carter is a threat in the red zone and the opposing defense must account for him. He is going to be a prospect to keep an eye on over the next couple of seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='227421' first='Chris' last='Ficklin']-Running Back-Bentonville-5'8” 155-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='227421' first='Chris' last='Ficklin'] hits the rushing lane quickly and explodes through the hole. Last season, he racked up 1,200 yards and 17 touchdowns. Ficklin does a great job of catching the ball out of the backfield. He is effective in both the run and the passing attacks. [player_tooltip player_id='386125' first='Jason' last='Gilmore'], [player_tooltip player_id='392413' first='Christian' last='Battles'], and [player_tooltip player_id='227421' first='Chris' last='Ficklin'] give the Tigers running backs with the ability to get into the open field quickly. Over the next couple of seasons, Ficklin is a prospect to watch out for on the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='495397' first='Jermal' last='Nalls']-Wide Receiver-Crossett-6'1” 160-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Crossett wide receiver does an impressive job of tracking the ball while it is in the air. Nalls has impressive speed and works the deep routes as well as the underneath routes effectively. He does a great job of creating separation from opposing defensive backs. Nalls has the potential to be a game changer at the receiver position over the next couple of seasons. Nalls is a wide receiver to watch out for in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='466187' first='Kyndrick' last='Williams']-Defensive Back-Bentonville-6'0” 150-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='466187' first='Kyndrick' last='Williams'] is a safety that opposing quarterbacks must keep track of on the field. Williams plays the ball well in the air. He has good hands and the ability to pick off a pass and take it the other direction. Williams has no problem moving up and taking on blocks to bring down the ball carrier. He has earned a scholarship offer from Central Arkansas and is going to be a prospect to watch out for over the next few seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->