Prep Redzone’s Preseason All-State Series (6A Second-Team)
Let’s continue diving into the best players Arkansas has to offer in our preseason all-state selections! Today we are looking at the players who were named to the 2nd-team throughout the 6A classification. If you have missed our previous article…
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Continue ReadingLet’s continue diving into the best players Arkansas has to offer in our preseason all-state selections! Today we are looking at the players who were named to the 2nd-team throughout the 6A classification. If you have missed our previous article in this series, you can view those below!
Quarterback
Kane Archer Kane Archer 6'1" | 205 lbs | QB Greenwood Bulldogs | 2026 State | Greenwood
In what is shaping up to be a storied career with the Bulldogs and beyond, Kane Archer Kane Archer 6'1" | 205 lbs | QB Greenwood Bulldogs | 2026 State is one of the state’s premier talents. This is one of the few players a casual fan needs to pay to see in western Arkansas. Filled with plenty of camps, tournaments, and college visits Archer has had a busy off-season but will look to lead Greenwood back to the promised land this fall.
“The Greenwood Bulldogs have been on a roll this off-season. Kane Archer Kane Archer 6'1" | 205 lbs | QB Greenwood Bulldogs | 2026 State has thrown the ball with accuracy in each tournament. Archer has the arm strength to test opposing secondaries. He throws an accurate deep ball, and his receiving corps is one of the best in the state. Archer is setting the stage for an impressive 2023 season, and he is a prospect to keep an eye on. Greenwood has the talent on both sides of the ball for a deep playoff run this season.” Arkansas 7-on-7 Standouts 6-23-23
Running Back
Landen White Landen White 5'10" | 150 lbs | RB Mountain Home | 2024 State | Mountain Home
Ronny Anokye Ronny Anokye RB Little Rock Christian | 2025 State | Little Rock Christian
As a sophomore Ronny Anokye Ronny Anokye RB Little Rock Christian | 2025 State earned 2nd-team honors last season from the Prep Redzone staff and he is looking to improve off his impressive year. Anokye has attributes you will typically find in a well seasoned veteran, he is definitely drawing greater attention going into the 2023 season.
“Little Rock Christian has a talented roster returning for the 2023 football season. One prospect that impressed me the more I watched him last season was running back Ronny Anokye Ronny Anokye RB Little Rock Christian | 2025 State . Anokye is a patient runner that can explode through the rushing lanes when they develop. The more carries Anokye gets the better he gets in the game. A facet of his game that will get more attention this upcoming season is his ability to catch the ball out of the backfield. I look for a big season from the Little Rock Christian running back.” 2025 Running Back Prospects to Watch in 2023
Wide Receiver
Grant Karnes Grant Karnes 6'0" | 175 lbs | WR Greenwood | 2025 State | Greenwood
Greenwood’s revenge tour after their loss in the state title game in 2022 is looking to be a fun one for the home team as their receiving corp, led by Carnes and teammates LJ Robins LJ Robins 5'11" | 165 lbs | WR Greenwood | 2024 State and Isaiah Arrington Isaiah Arrington 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR Greenwood | 2025 State , might be one of the best in the state of Arkansas in terms of pure route runners who can create separation on a whim. Immediately after the 2022 season came to a close, our own Tom Tabler provided a glimpse of Karnes’ talents last season and predicts improvement in his game all-around this upcoming fall.
“The Greenwood Bulldogs are one of the most talented teams in the state of Arkansas heading into the 2023 football season. Grant Karnes Grant Karnes 6'0" | 175 lbs | WR Greenwood | 2025 State does an excellent job of running crisp routes and creating separation from the opposing defensive backs. He is a versatile player that can line up in the slot or be split out wide. Karnes has the speed needed to stretch the field deep and he does a great job of hauling passes in. He had an extremely impressive 2022 football season and I look for that trend to continue in 2023.” 2025 Wide Receivers to Watch in 2023
Isaiah Arrington Isaiah Arrington 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR Greenwood | 2025 State | Greenwood
Arkansas’ lead scout for Prep Redzone is expecting big things from Isaiah Arrington Isaiah Arrington 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR Greenwood | 2025 State and the Greenwood offensive staff in 2023.
“Greenwood is loaded at the wide receiver position. Isaiah Arrington Isaiah Arrington 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR Greenwood | 2025 State has approached the offseason with intensity and has put in the work as we are heading into the season. Arrington is a crisp route runner that creates separation through a mix of his speed and route running. He is a wide receiver that hauls in everything thrown in his vicinity. The Bulldogs are going to be slinging the ball around and I expect Arrington to have a big season for Greenwood.” 2025 Wide Receivers to Watch in 2023
Jayden Johnson | Van Buren
A true talent for the Van Buren Pointers, Jayden Johnson is a 50/50 mogul when provided the chance to make highlight plays. Johnson is a high IQ player throwing his body around in ways to fend off defenders and make the tough grabs.
“Jayden Johnson (4.76 40) represents your atypical wide receiver who will out tough and physical any defensive back who is lined up against him. He has a great understanding of using his body to gain position on 50/50 balls and also coordinates himself well in order to get off press coverage quickly. Johnson is ranked as the no. 6 WR in Arkansas and the 29th-best player in the state within the 2025 class.” Recruits Ready to Take the Next Step
Offensive Line
Jackson Gray Jackson Gray 6'2" | 275 lbs | OL Russellville | 2024 State | Russellville
Mason Barton Mason Barton 6'6" | 305 lbs | OL West Memphis | 2024 State | West Memphis
“ Mason Barton Mason Barton 6'6" | 305 lbs | OL West Memphis | 2024 State (6-6, 305) is a behemoth of an individual that is an intimidating sight for any defensive lineman to line up against. Not only does he fit the looks, but Barton shows off incredibly quick feet and impressive strength that seems to make him an immovable object for defenders. With his 83 inch wingspan, he is able to create the separation needed to keep defenders at bay, neutralizing with his large upper body frame. Barton’s game is impressive because of his awareness of defensive packages and creative blitzes that impact offensive lineman’s abilities to pick up the correct keys. He has garnered offers from Arkansas Tech, Mississippi Valley State and has visited Arkansas State and Missouri.” 2024 Offensive Lineman Garnering Collegiate Interests
Evan Goodwin Evan Goodwin 6'7" | 310 lbs | OL Pulaski Academy | 2026 State | Pulaski Academy
This Pulaski Academy Bruin offensive lineman is a name to note, remember, and place on the your refrigerator because Evan Goodwin Evan Goodwin 6'7" | 310 lbs | OL Pulaski Academy | 2026 State will be a recruit who makes major noise at the next level. Our own Todd Drake caught up with Goodwin earlier in the summer, you can check that piece out below.
“Sophomore Evan Goodwin Evan Goodwin 6'7" | 310 lbs | OL Pulaski Academy | 2026 State is a 6’6, 290 pound offensive guard and offensive tackle who bench presses 285 pounds and squats 405 pounds. He runs the 40 yard dash in 5.6 seconds and has a 3.65 GPA. After transferring from Benton last year Evan said it wasn’t hard sitting out last season because he had a chance to learn from their senior offensive line.
He had a chance to learn the system last season by playing on the junior varsity team while meeting new friends. The camp that Evan has attended so far is Duke Manyweathers Final 5 Camp in Tennessee. He also plans on attending the Henderson State University Camp, Vanderbilt, South Carolina, SMU Mega Camp, Arkansas, FBU Top Gun and The Final 5 Camp.
The colleges that have shown interest so far are Memphis University, South Carolina, Arkansas, Baylor, Louisiana Tech, Oklahoma State, Brown University and Vanderbilt. Evan enjoys all blocking as he enjoys hitting people. His goals for this season are to protect his teammates and contribute to the offense with a team goal of winning a state championship.” Pulaski Academy with a Difference Maker on the Offensive Line
Defensive Line
Scotty Dobbins Scotty Dobbins 6'0" | 250 lbs | LB West Memphis | 2024 State | West Memphis
This West Memphis Blue Devil played well enough last season to garner 2nd-team honors from the Prep Redzone staff in 2022 and Scotty Dobbins Scotty Dobbins 6'0" | 250 lbs | LB West Memphis | 2024 State is hoping to double down on his junior season performance and provide West Memphis with an alpha presence on the defensive line. Here’s Tom Tabler’s take on Dobbins and his projected trajectory.
“West Memphis has an extremely talented defensive unit that should cause opponents plenty of problems next season. Scotty Dobbins Scotty Dobbins 6'0" | 250 lbs | LB West Memphis | 2024 State is a versatile defensive lineman that can play the edge or move inside and play one of the tackle spots. He has impressive quickness and can defeat blocks using his speed. However, Dobbins has the strength to force the opposing offensive lineman out of his position. Dobbins is another prospect that has the potential to see playing time on Saturdays in the future. Keep an eye on this talented prospect this upcoming season.” March 2023: 2024 New Additions
Peyton Adams Peyton Adams 5'9" | 245 lbs | DL Pulaski Academy | 2025 State | Pulaski Academy
Jordan Burr Jordan Burr 5'10" | 220 lbs | DL Benton | 2024 State | Benton
Linebacker
Kaden Nash Kaden Nash 5'11" | 180 lbs | LB Pulaski Academy | 2025 State | Pulaski Academy
A 2025 recruit for the Bruins, Kaden Nash Kaden Nash 5'11" | 180 lbs | LB Pulaski Academy | 2025 State is looking to make a major impact for PA inside the core of the defense. Nash is a fantastic talent who has the framework, talent, and speed to make major plays and produce even more collegiate attention this season.
“ Kaden Nash Kaden Nash 5'11" | 180 lbs | LB Pulaski Academy | 2025 State is an aggressive linebacker that attacks the opposing offensive backfield in impressive fashion. He uses his quickness to shake off blocks and get into the offensive backfield to impact the run. Nash does a good job of blitzing the quarterback and disrupting the opposing offensive passing game. He has the speed needed to drop back into coverage and causes problems for opposing running backs and tight ends. Nash has the talent and potential to light up Friday nights this fall.” Never Before Covered June 2023 Edition
Kaleb Garner Kaleb Garner 5'10" | 195 lbs | LB Greenwood | 2024 State | Greenwood
This linebacker is going to play a major factor in the teeth of the Greenwood defense in 2023. Kaleb Garner Kaleb Garner 5'10" | 195 lbs | LB Greenwood | 2024 State accounted for just short of 100 tackles last season and will look to surpass the century mark this fall.
“The Greenwood Bulldogs have a talented roster on both sides of the football returning for the 2023 season. Last season, Kaleb Garner Kaleb Garner 5'10" | 195 lbs | LB Greenwood | 2024 State had a tremendous season for the Bulldogs. He racked up on 86 tackles on the season. Garner has good speed and does an impressive of defeating blocks and hauling down the ball carrier. The Greenwood linebacker is a new addition to the Prep Redzone Arkansas 2024 prospect list and is a player I expect to have a big 2023 football season.” March 2023: 2024 New Additions
Defensive Back
Dovonte Williams Dovonte Williams 5'10" | 165 lbs | DB El Dorado | 2024 State | El Dorado
KJ Colen KJ Colen 6'0" | 160 lbs | DB Pulaski Academy | 2025 State | Pulaski Academy
“ KJ Colen KJ Colen 6'0" | 160 lbs | DB Pulaski Academy | 2025 State is a defensive back with tremendous versatility. He can play the safety or cornerback positions with equal effectiveness. Colen does a great job of making plays on the ball. He has the ability to pick off a pass and take it the opposite direction. Colen had an impressive 2022 football season and I look for that trend to continue this upcoming season. I look for Colen to have a strong 2023 season for the Pulaski Academy Bruins this season.” Never Before Covered-2025 April Update
Zahki Foster Zahki Foster 5'10" | 175 lbs | DB Searcy | 2025 State | Searcy
A force for the Searcy Lions in the defensive backfield, Zahki Foster Zahki Foster 5'10" | 175 lbs | DB Searcy | 2025 State is a versatile player in the back end. In the passing game, he has the talents to lock up with receivers on the perimeter and play the middle of the field in zone coverage. Pertaining to the run, Foster loves to stick his nose in the box to make a sure tackle.
“ Zahki Foster Zahki Foster 5'10" | 175 lbs | DB Searcy | 2025 State is a physical defensive back that loves to make a tackle. He does a good job of making plays on the ball. Foster does not have any trouble closing on the opposing wide receivers and make the tackle. He is a defensive back that can move up and plug the rushing lane when needed. Foster has the hands to pick off a pass and take it the other direction. The potential that he has to make big plays in 2023 is very high. Watch out for Foster over the next few seasons with Searcy.” March Update: 2025 New Additions