Playoff Prime Time Players Week 3

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have reached the quarter-finals and semi-finals round of the playoffs this week in the state of Arkansas. The Natural State saw plenty of impressive performances take place this week. We are going to highlight several prospects that opened some eyes in the playoffs this week.</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 has opened all this season and Friday night was not any different. [player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer'] throws the football with accuracy, and he did so again against Pulaski Academy this week. Archer was accurate through the air; he was 19 of 23 for 206 yards and 4 touchdowns. Meanwhile, he rushed 6 times for 37 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Bulldogs seem to be clicking on all cylinders as they prepare to play in the 6-A State Championship game this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='260419' first='Kaden' last='Spencer']-Defensive Line-Fayetteville-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='260419' first='Kaden' last='Spencer'] is a versatile defensive lineman that has had an impressive 2023 season. The Fayetteville edge rusher was a disruptive influence most of the night. Spencer got into the Conway offensive backfield several times on Friday night. He had amassed 10 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, and 2.5 sacks on the night. Spencer is a player to keep an eye on next week in Little Rock when Fayetteville takes on Bentonville.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='149577' first='Braylen' last='Russell']-Running Back-Benton-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='149577' first='Braylen' last='Russell'] is a powerful running back that just gets better as the game progresses. Russell has had a tremendous season for the Benton Panthers, and he did not disappoint one bit on Friday night this week. The powerful Benton running back churned out 267 yards and 3 touchdowns on the ground this week. Russell is a player to watch out for at the next level. He has all the tools to see the field on Saturdays in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='149593' first='LJ' last='Robins']-Wide Receiver-Greenwood-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Greenwood receiving corps is one of the most talented in the state of Arkansas. Against Pulaski Academy, [player_tooltip player_id='149593' first='LJ' last='Robins'] had a strong performance for the Bulldogs this week. Robins racked up over 100 yards receiving and 3 touchdowns on the night for Greenwood this week. He is a player to watch out for in Little Rock next week. Little Rock Christian and Greenwood is matchup to pay attention to next weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='149571' first='Walker' last='White']-Quarterback-Little Rock Christian-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='149571' first='Walker' last='White'] is one of the most athletic prospects that the state has seen at the quarterback position in some time. White showcased his strong arm on Friday against Benton. He was 21 of 34 for 389 yards and 5 total touchdowns on the night. Little Rock Christian and Greenwood will face off for the second time this season; in what should be a great matchup to watch. The 6-A state championship game will be a good one from the looks of things.</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 open plenty of eyes as the postseason continues. The Elks had a good mixture of the run and passing attack going on Friday. Dean was 15 of 25 for 233 yards and 2 touchdowns through the air. Meanwhile, he used his legs extremely well in rushing 12 times for 135 yards on the ground. Dean is a prospect to watch out for as the playoffs continue.</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'] has had a tremendously strong season for the Shiloh Christian Saints this season. He does an excellent job of finding a rushing lane and exploding through the hole. Williams has kept his strong play going into the playoffs this week. Against Pine Bluff on Friday, Williams rushed for 276 yards and 5 touchdowns. Meanwhile, he hauled in 2 receptions for 39 yards on the night. Shiloh Christian will play Little Rock Parkview next week in the 5-A State Championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='250016' first='Owen' last='Miller']-Quarterback-Harding Academy-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='250016' first='Owen' last='Miller'] is having another terrific season for Harding Academy this season. Miller has been accurate all season and can fit the ball into some tight windows. On Friday night, Miller put his accuracy on display, going 18 of 19 for 268 yards and 5 touchdowns on the night. Miller is a prospect to watch out for as the playoffs continue. Miller is a player to pay attention to as we approach the offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->