2027 Linebackers on the Rise
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We are taking a look at the “quarterbacks” of the defense (linebackers) for the class of 2027 in the state of Arkansas. As we move forward looking for that future talent, we will be doing a deep dive into each…
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Continue ReadingWe are taking a look at the “quarterbacks” of the defense (linebackers) for the class of 2027 in the state of Arkansas. As we move forward looking for that future talent, we will be doing a deep dive into each position as we move on to the linebackers for this class. Here are five prospects to keep an eye on during the 2024 season:
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Little Rock Christian linebacker Rece Hall Rece Hall 5’10” | 160 lbs | LB Little Rock Christian | 2027 State AR brings a sideline-to-sideline ability. Hall plays physical with a high motor while showcasing good read and react skills. Very good open field tackler that’s always flying to the football. Good feel in coverage, keeping everything underneath and in front to potentially cause a PBU. Hall is someone to keep an eye on in the class of 2027.
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- Class of 2027
Little Rock Parkview’s Davion Dendy Davion Dendy 5’9″ | 160 lbs | LB Little Rock Parkview | 2027 State AR brings athleticism to the linebacker position. Showcases good read and react ability, constantly arriving at the ball. Displays a quick first step when reading and then attacking the football. Good feel in zone coverage, keeping the center of the field locked down. Dendy is someone to watch during the 2024 season.
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- 5-Foot-5
- 155 Pounds
- Linebacker
- Class of 2027
North Little Rock linebacker Mario Turner Mario Turner 5’5″ | 150 lbs | LB North Little Rock | 2027 State AR displays very good reaction skills. His ability to read and react and then instantly shoot gaps to make a play in the backfield is impressive. Quick feet, good lateral agility with physicalness. Turner’s athleticism is what you want for the linebacker spot. Turner is going to have a big year in 2024.
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- 5-Foot-10
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- Class of 2027
Fayetteville linebacker Jalen Hadley Jalen Hadley 5’10” | 155 lbs | LB Fayetteville Bulldogs | 2027 State AR brings athleticism and toughness to the position. With his good read and reaction skills, he’s able to find the ball almost immediately in coverage. He plays downhill with quickness and physicality, showcasing his open field tackling. Attacks blocks really well, not allowing anything past him. Hadley is someone to keep an eye on during the 2024 season.
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- 5-Foot-8
- 150 Pounds
- Linebacker
- Class of 2027
Maumelle linebacker Bryson Stewart is a physical body that displays a high motor, sideline to sideline ability. Good athleticism and relentlessness which are crucial and very impressive. Good open field tackler with quickness to shoot gaps. Good feel in coverage as well. Excited to watch Stewart play this season.
Note – 3.2 GPA/4.8 40