Prime Time Players 10-27-23

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last Friday, we had plenty of performances across the state of Arkansas that opened plenty of eyes. With the end of the season approaching, the games continued to take on added importance. To start off a new week, we are going to take a look back at some of the performances from Friday night that opened plenty of eyes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer']-Quarterback-Greenwood-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Greenwood signal caller continues to perform at a high level. He continues to put his accuracy on display every week. Archer completes the passes into tight windows. On Friday night, Archer was 17 of 26 for 273 yards and 5 touchdowns through the air. Meanwhile, he picked up 81 yards on 12 carries and 3 touchdowns on the ground. He is a quarterback on a roll right now and looks to be ready for the state playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='928848' first='Greyson' last='Ealy']-Wide Receiver-Quitman-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='928848' first='Greyson' last='Ealy'] is a versatile prospect and he put that versatility on display Friday night. On the offensive side, of the ball he hauled in 9 receptions for 277 yards and 5 touchdowns. Meanwhile, he was just as dangerous on the defensive side of the ball. Ealy picked off 2 passes and had a fumble recovery on the defensive side of the ball. He is a prospect to watch out for this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='426122' first='Brenton' last='Sledge']-Running Back-Fordyce-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Fordyce Redbugs do an excellent job of producing talented running backs. Sledge is a running back that can carry the ball between the tackles with consistency. Sledge had a strong night on Friday, last week. He churned out 280 yards on the ground, had 2 rushing touchdowns, and threw 1 touchdown pass. Sledge is running back to watch out for over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1068022' first='Ricky' last='Regina']-Lineback-Pocahontas-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1068022' first='Ricky' last='Regina'] is a linebacker that makes plays all over the field for Pocahontas. He does an impressive job of getting off of blocks and getting to the ball carrier. Regina does not have a problem hauling down the ball carrier and proved that on Friday night last week. Regina amassed 10 tackles, 1 sack, and 3 tackles for loss. Regina is a prospect to watch out for over the next few months. <strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Andrew Fiser-Wide Receiver-Pulaski Academy-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Andrew Fiser has had a breakout season this season for Pulaski Academy. Fiser does an excellent job of creating separation from opposing defensive backs. He has a knack for getting open that is impressive. Fiser had a strong showing against the Greenwood Bulldogs on Friday night. Fiser racked up 11 receptions for 215 yards and 3 touchdowns. He is a player to watch out for in the state playoffs over the next few weeks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='203768' first='Drew' last='Davis']-Quarterback-Benton-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2026 is loaded with talented quarterbacks. Benton quarterback [player_tooltip player_id='203768' first='Drew' last='Davis'] has opened plenty of eyes this season and shows no signs of slowing down to close out the regular season. Davis does a great job of spreading the ball around to his wide receivers. He has the arm strength to fit the ball into some tight windows. Last Friday, Davis was 18 of 29 for 373 yards and 4 touchdowns on the night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='240083' first='Jalen' last='Dupree']-Running Back-Malvern-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the past four years, [player_tooltip player_id='240083' first='Jalen' last='Dupree'] has been one of the most impressive running backs in the state of Arkansas. He has the speed to cut the run down the sideline. Meanwhile, he is a powerful enough running back that he can run opposing defenders over going between the tackles. On Friday, Dupree rushed for 330 yards and 2 touchdowns. He is the type of running back that just gets stronger as the game progresses. Dupree is a player to watch out for in the state playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='569285' first='Dizzy' last='Dean']-Quarterback-Elkins-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Elkins signal caller continues to impress and open eyes this season. Dean has a strong arm and can fit the ball into some tight coverage. Last Friday, Dean displayed his accuracy going 11 of 12 for 184 yards and 4 touchdowns. Dean used his legs well to extend drives on Friday, rushing 3 times for 17 yards. Dean is a player to watch out for as the season winds down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->