Arkansas Top Quarterback Prospects in 2024:
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The talent of the quarterback position in the state of Arkansas right now is quality. In each class, you will find strong arms, accuracy, dual-threats or all of the above. Each of these quarterbacks are Saturday worthy and have the…
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Continue ReadingThe talent of the quarterback position in the state of Arkansas right now is quality. In each class, you will find strong arms, accuracy, dual-threats or all of the above. Each of these quarterbacks are Saturday worthy and have the skillset to dominate at the next level. Here are ten signal callers that you should keep an eye on during the 2024 season.
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Central Arkansas Christian quarterback Grayson Wilson Grayson Wilson 6’4″ | 190 lbs | QB Central Arkansas Christian | 2025 State AR is currently committed to the University of Arkansas. Wilson is the 2nd rated overall player and 1st overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. Wilson displays command and leadership in the huddle. He’s able to hit all levels of the field (short, intermediate and deep) with good precision, accuracy and ball placement. Demonstrates good decision-making ability while being able to anticipate his throws, putting his receivers potential YAC opportunities. He has good touch on his passes, able to layer the ball over defenders. His running ability is extremely underrated, racking in over 800 yards on the ground as some people call Wilson a true pocket passer (I disagree). I expect Wilson to be highly recruited as we head into his senior year.
’23 Stats: 3,413 yards – 68% – 41 TD’s & 2 INT’s / 837 yards & 15 TD’s
Offers: Arkansas (Committed – 04/15/2023), Central Arkansas, Illinois & Pittsburgh.
Note – 4 Star
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Little Rock Parkview’s Quentin Murphy Quentin Murphy 6’1″ | 190 lbs | QB Little Rock Parkview | 2025 State AR is a true dual-threat quarterback. Murphy is the 3rd rated overall player and 2nd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. Murphy brings athleticism, speed and arm talent to the position. He displays comfortability inside and outside the pocket, showcasing poise and his ability to keep his eyes down field. Demonstrates good accuracy and ball placement across the short and intermediate level of the field. If Murphy isn’t contained, he’ll dominate the game in all aspects (Running & Throwing). Exciting player to watch and someone to keep an eye on during the 2024 season.
Career: 159/303 (52%) 2,280 yards (14.4 AVG) 32 TD’s & 12 INT’s / 200 carries – 1,278 yards (6.4 AVG) 14 TD’s.
Offers: Arkansas, Alabama, Colorado, Georgia Tech (Received Crystal Ball), Georgia, Louisville, Michigan State, Mississippi State, Ole Miss, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pittsburgh, Syracuse, Tennessee, Utah & Wisconsin.
Note – 4 Star
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Cutter Morning Star quarterback Peyton Mills Peyton Mills 6’3″ | 175 lbs | QB Cutter Morning Star | 2025 State AR is a Pro-Style quarterback with impressive pocket mobility. Mills is the 28th rated overall player and 6th overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. Has a strong-arm that showcases a quick release with good velocity on the ball. Displays good vision downfield (inside & outside the pocket). Showcases good anticipation, leading receivers on their routes with good ball placement. Demonstrates precision at all levels of the field. High IQ football player that’s able to read defenses. Mills is a riser and someone I expect to bring in offers during the 2024 season.
’23 Stats: 165/272 (61%) 2,433 yards (14.7 avg) 32 TDs & 6 INTs
Note: 3.9 GPA – All-Conference & All-State
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Greenwood quarterback Kane Archer Kane Archer 6’1″ | 205 lbs | QB Greenwood Bulldogs | 2026 State AR is one of the highly recruited prospects in the nation. Archer is the 1st rated overall player and 1st overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2026. He displays good footwork inside the pocket, planting his drop step and stepping into his throws. Impressive mobility inside and outside of the pocket where he can extend plays and continue to throw on the run with accuracy. Within the pocket, he’s very agile with fluid mobility while keeping his eyes downfield. Archer has really good awareness of incoming pressure and good patience in the pocket, keeping his poise. Moves through his progressions really well, displaying his high-level IQ. Archer is able to hit all levels of the field (short, intermediate and deep) with good precision, accuracy and ball placement. Demonstrates good decision-making ability, showing command in the offense. Anticipates his throws to allow his receivers potential yards after catch opportunities. Has great arm talent and deep ball ability. Archer excels in the vertical passing game due to his strong forward momentum on his delivery and can hurt you in play action. Over-the-top delivery with an arm motion that is flexible and durable. The 5-star prospect has a lot to choose from.
’23 Stats: 195/266 (74%) 2,399 yards (12.3 avg) 33 TD’s & 3 INT’s
Offers: Arkansas, Arizona, FAU, Florida State, Hawaii, Kentucky, Louisville, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico State, Ole Miss, SMU, Tennessee, Texas A&M, Toledo & UNLV.
Note – Hand Size (10 1/8″)
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Benton quarterback Drew Davis Drew Davis 6’1″ | 175 lbs | QB Benton | 2026 State AR brings great processing skills with a strong arm. Davis is the 5th rated overall player and 2nd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2026. He displays good pocket mobility and awareness while showcasing the ability to keep his eyes downfield and delivering the ball with accuracy. His ability to extend plays while sliding in the pocket is impressive. Demonstrates poise in the pocket when progressing through his reads. Delivers the ball with velocity and touch at all levels. Good accuracy at the short, intermediate and deep levels with very good ball placement. Davis schematically versatile, opening himself up to multiple possibilities. Excited to watch Davis in 2024.
’23 Stats: 3,135 yards (72%) 42 TD’s & 2 INT’s.
Offers: Marshall & North Alabama
Note – 4.0 GPA
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Mena quarterback Dax Mcmellon is a strong arm, pro-style quarterback that can sling it through all levels of the field (short, intermediate & deep). Mcmellon is the 10th rated overall player and 3rd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2026. He demonstrates very good pocket presence with good mobility to be a threat on the ground or throwing on the run. Mcmellon displays good ball placement and throws with anticipation, delivering the ball where only his receivers can catch it. Puts his receivers in good areas for potential YAC opportunities. His football IQ showcases when he consistently attacks the weaknesses of a defense. Mcmellon is someone to put on your list to watch during the 2024 season.
Note – 4.0 GPA & 10″ Hands
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- Class of 2027
Warren quarterback Jackson Denton is a rising prospect in the state of Arkansas. Denton is the 6th rated overall player and 2nd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2027. Denton showcases a strong arm with good ball placement while being able to lead his receivers with anticipation. Demonstrates accuracy and touch at all levels of the field (short, intermediate & deep). Has the ability to maneuver in the pocket while staying focused downfield to make a play in the air or on the ground. Denton has a bright future and a quarterback that will have plenty of offers by his senior season.
’23 stats: 190/315 (60%) | 3,289 yards (17.3 AVG) | 46 TD’s| 12 INT’s
Note – 4.0 GPA
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Farmington quarterback Slade Norwood brings experience as he’s already competed in multiple camps, drills while playing against high schoolers in middle school. Norwood is the 3rd rated overall player and 1st overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2027. Norwood displays good touch on the ball with accuracy inside and outside of the pocket. Good lower body strength to push the ball at any level of the field. Good football IQ to beat coverages with ease. Norwood has a bright future at the position and someone to keep an eye on in 2024.
’23 stats: 72% – 1,146 yards – 19 TDs
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Sheridan quarterback Brady Dillon Brady Dillon 5’11” | 200 lbs | QB Sheridan | 2025 State AR is a true gunslinger that also falls into the dual-threat category. Dillon is the 239th rated overall player and 38th overall at his position currently in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025 (Expect a DRASTIC Rise). Dillon displays good pocket awareness and poise under pressure while keeping his eyes on target. Demonstrates toughness as he consistently stays in the pocket till the last second to deliver a strike. Strong arm with accuracy at all levels of the field. Dillon is starting to receive interest as I’m expecting a huge season for Dillon in 2024 both statically and recruiting wise.
Note – 3.95 GPA & Under Kevin Kelley’s guidance.
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Pulaski Academy quarterback Brandon Cobb led the way in the state of Arkansas this season with 4,300 passing yards. Cobb is the 23rd rated overall player and 4th overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. Cobb displays good footwork with great anticipation on his throws while showcasing good ball placement throughout all levels of the field (short, intermediate and deep). Your prototypical quarterback with good pocket mobility. Cobb will be highly recruited by the end of the 2024 season.
’23 Stats: 344/574 (60%) 4,300 yards (12.5 AVG) 39 TD’s & 21 INT’s
Note – 3.97 GPA