Prep Redzone Preseason All-State Series (4A First Team)
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With one week remaining until the first night of Friday night lights around the state of Arkansas, the staff continued diving into the remaining classifications. We begin the 4A today highlighted by teams like Malvern, Warren, CAC, and Arkadelphia, the…
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Continue ReadingWith one week remaining until the first night of Friday night lights around the state of Arkansas, the staff continued diving into the remaining classifications. We begin the 4A today highlighted by teams like Malvern, Warren, CAC, and Arkadelphia, the 4A is loaded with great teams in 2023.
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Quarterback
Grayson Wilson Grayson Wilson 6'4" | 190 lbs | QB Central Arkansas Christian | 2025 State AR | CAC
Grayson Wilson Grayson Wilson 6'4" | 190 lbs | QB Central Arkansas Christian | 2025 State AR will begin the 2023 season as one of the highest ranked QBs in the state of Arkansas. Committed to the Arkansas Razorbacks, Wilson is looking to boost his yardage total to north of the 2,000 yard mark in his junior season.
“The Central Arkansas Christian signal caller had a great 2022 season, and that momentum has just continued into the offseason. The multi-sport star has been tremendous over the past few seasons. Wilson is not afraid to test the opposing secondary with the deep ball. Wilson threw for 1,700 yards and 19 touchdowns in the 2022 season. He is setting the stage for a strong 2023 season. Wilson has not slowed down one bit this offseason and I look forward to seeing what he accomplishes this season.” 2025 Arkansas Quarterback Prospects Ready to Shine in 2023
Running Back
Jalen Dupree Jalen Dupree 6'1" | 210 lbs | RB Malvern | 2024 State AR | Malvern
“One of the most explosive running backs in the state has been on a roll over the past six months. Jalen Dupree Jalen Dupree 6'1" | 210 lbs | RB Malvern | 2024 State AR and the Malvern Leopards are fresh off of a state championship. He is a running back that does a great job of picking the rushing lane and exploding through the hole. Dupree is a prospect that can line up all over the field for the Leopards this season. In the meantime, the talented running back placed a verbal commitment with Colorado State Rams. Congratulations go out to the talented Leopard!” Recruiting News and Notes 7-2-23
Darnell Williams Darnell Williams 5'11" | 175 lbs | RB Ashdown | 2025 State AR | Ashdown
Ranked as a 4-star according to on3.com, Darnell Williams Darnell Williams 5'11" | 175 lbs | RB Ashdown | 2025 State AR is earning attention from the likes of Ole Miss, Louisiana, Arkansas State, Mississippi State, Tennessee. He is projected to be at the top of the list of running back yardage totals by seasons end throughout the state.
“ Darnell Williams Darnell Williams 5'11" | 175 lbs | RB Ashdown | 2025 State AR is a back that explodes through the rushing lanes. UNLV has extended a scholarship offer his way and he has the potential to take the field on Saturdays in the future. The Ashdown running back had tremendous versatility and has seen action on both sides of the ball. Williams is a playmaker with the ball in his hands. When he gets into the open field, he has the ability to hit a second gear and leave opposing defenders trailing behind him. Williams is going to be a prospect to keep an eye on over the next couple of months.” 2025 Running Back Prospects to Watch in 2023
Wide Receiver
Camron Williams Camron Williams 6'0" | 165 lbs | ATH Gosnell | 2024 State AR | Gosnell
One of the state’s best talents out wide, Camron Williams Camron Williams 6'0" | 165 lbs | ATH Gosnell | 2024 State AR has been generating immense interest. Currently, Williams obtains 15 D-1 offers from Colorado, Baylor, Texas, Notre Dame, Oregon, Miami, Florida State, Michigan State, among others.
“ Camron Williams Camron Williams 6'0" | 165 lbs | ATH Gosnell | 2024 State AR continues to blow up from a recruiting perspective. Williams is a dynamic athlete on both sides of the ball. From the offensive side of the ball, Williams is an impressive wide receiver that does a great job of using his speed to create separation from opposing defensive backs. Meanwhile, on the defensive side of the ball, Williams does a great job in the secondary terrorizing opposing wide receivers. Earlier this week, Williams earned scholarship offers from Baylor and Texas. He has the potential for a monster season on both sides of the ball.” Recruiting News and Notes 7-2-23
Antonio Jordan Antonio Jordan 6'4" | 195 lbs | WR Warren | 2025 State AR | Warren
“ Antonio Jordan Antonio Jordan 6'4" | 195 lbs | WR Warren | 2025 State AR is the latest Warren product that has the potential to do big things on Saturdays in the future. Last season, he racked up over 1,000 receiving yards and hauled in 14 touchdown passes. He is a tremendously athletic prospect that does an excellent job of high pointing the football. I expect the Warren wide receiver to have an even bigger season this season. Jordan is a player to watch out for this fall.” 2025 Wide Receivers to Watch in 2023
Keyvion Brown | Hamburg
Tight End
Kealon Juniel Kealon Juniel 6'4" | 230 lbs | TE Malvern | 2024 State AR | Malvern
Offensive Line
Vinny Winters Vinny Winters 6'4" | 290 lbs | OL Malvern | 2024 State AR | Malvern
A 3-star prospect by most recruiting sites, Vinny Winters Vinny Winters 6'4" | 290 lbs | OL Malvern | 2024 State AR is garnering offers from Arkansas, Memphis, Arkansas State, Kansas State, among others.
“The Malvern Leopards are loaded with talent on both sides of the ball. Winters is an impressive offensive lineman that can take the game over with his blocking. He is a dominating run blocker that looks to finish every block. Over the past few days, Winters has earned scholarship offers from Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Tennessee-Martin. The school that lands Winters is getting a prospect with the potential to see plenty of snaps on Saturdays in the future.” Recruiting News and Notes 5-20-23
Chauncey Johnson Chauncey Johnson 6'5" | 300 lbs | OL Lonoke | 2024 State AR | Lonoke
This Lonoke Jackrabbit lineman has committed to Oklahoma State, while having interest from Arkansas State, Missouri, among other universities.
“We discussed the talented Lonoke offensive lineman last week after he received an offer from the Oklahoma State Cowboys. Johnson is a powerhouse and clears a path for his running backs with little difficulty. Earlier in the weekend, Johnson placed a verbal commitment with the Cowboys. Johnson is a prospect that fits the Oklahoma State offense well and congratulations go out to him. He has the ability to close out his high school career in strong fashion for Lonoke this season.” Recruiting News and Notes 6-24-23
Colton Taylor Colton Taylor 6'1" | 225 lbs | OL Mayflower | 2024 State AR | Mayflower
Defensive Line
Michael Cooper Michael Cooper 6'0" | 225 lbs | DL Malvern | 2024 State AR | Malvern
Nykkisson Wimberly Nykkisson Wimberly 6'1" | 255 lbs | DL Arkadelphia | 2025 State AR | Arkadelphia
“The Arkadelphia Badgers do a terrific job of producing talented defensive linemen and Wimberly fits that description perfectly. He has the ability to play all over the defensive line for the Badgers. Wimberly uses his speed well to cause plenty of problems for opposing offensive linemen. The versatility that Wimberly has is impressive, he can play the edge or defensive tackle positions with nice effectiveness. Wimberly has the potential to open plenty of eyes this weekend in Little Rock.” Prep Redzone Arkansas Showcase: Prospects to Know Part 2
Linebacker
Wyatt Simmons Wyatt Simmons 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB Harding Academy | 2024 State AR | Harding Academy
Wyatt Simmons Wyatt Simmons 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB Harding Academy | 2024 State AR , one of the best linebackers in the country, has had a unique recruiting experience. For the most part being inactive on social media, Simmons released a highlight video titled “Football” and instantly became sought after by most top tier programs throughout the country. Still slightly underrated to the public eye, Simmons will have the pick of the litter as to where he will take his talents at the collegiate level.
“One prospect that has exploded from a recruiting perspective is Harding Academy’s Wyatt Simmons Wyatt Simmons 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB Harding Academy | 2024 State AR . Simmons has racked up 19 scholarship offers and has set the stage for a strong senior season. Last season, Simmons had a strong year amassing 84 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, and six sacks. He defeats blocks well and uses his impressive speed to get into the offensive backfield. Simmons is a linebacker that will see plenty of playing time at the next level in the future.” July Update 2024 Linebackers to Watch in 2023
Greyson Riggins Greyson Riggins 6'3" | 190 lbs | ATH DeWitt | 2024 State AR | Dewitt
“ Greyson Riggins Greyson Riggins 6'3" | 190 lbs | ATH DeWitt | 2024 State AR has had a tremendous offseason. The talented DeWitt prospect displayed good speed and tremendous instincts at the Prep Redzone Showcase in Little Rock earlier in the spring. On the defensive side of the ball, Riggins opens plenty of eyes at the linebacker position. He reads the play extremely well and does a great job of getting into the opposing defensive backfield. Riggins earned a scholarship offer from Lyon College earlier in the week and I expect him to have a strong 2023 football season.” Recruiting News and Notes 5-27-23
CJ Turner | Star City
“CJ Turner displayed tremendous versatility throughout his high school career. After having a scholarship offer pulled by the Colorado staff. The Tulsa Golden Hurricane did not take long to extend a scholarship offer his way. Turner has the size and the speed to cause plenty of headaches for opposing offensive coordinators over the next few years. He does an excellent job of defeating blocks and getting into the offensive backfield. Turner has the potential to be an impact player for the Golden Hurricane over the next few seasons.” National Signing Day February Edition 2023
Defensive Back
Marcus Wimberly Marcus Wimberly 6'1" | 170 lbs | DB Bauxite | 2025 State AR | Bauxite
“ Marcus Wimberly Marcus Wimberly 6'1" | 170 lbs | DB Bauxite | 2025 State AR has incredible versatility and will be lined up all over the field for the Miners this season. He has terrific speed and will likely be a weapon for the Miners on both sides of the ball this year. The talented Bauxite defensive back has committed to play his college football at the University of Arkansas in the future. He has the potential to have some big seasons for Bauxite over the next couple of seasons.” Recruiting News and Notes 8-7-23
Lamont Jones Lamont Jones 6'1" | 140 lbs | DB Arkadelphia | 2024 State AR | Arkadelphia