2027 Under the Radar April Edition
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The 2027 class in the Natural State is shaping up to be a strong one. The class is extremely talented across the board. We are going to highlight some prospects in the class of 2027 that may be flying under…
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Continue ReadingThe 2027 class in the Natural State is shaping up to be a strong one. The class is extremely talented across the board. We are going to highlight some prospects in the class of 2027 that may be flying under the radar. The 2027 class is one what to watch out for over the next couple of seasons.
Zac Stilwell Zac Stilwell 6'1" | 235 lbs | OL Farmington | 2027 State AR -Offensive Line-Farmington-6’1” 235-Pounds
Over the next few seasons, Farmington has impressive talent coming up through the ranks. Stilwell does an impressive job at the left tackle position for the Cardinals. Stilwell does an impressive job of keeping opposing defenders off-balance with a mix of speed and power. He opens up the rushing lanes and is always looking for a defender to block at the second level. Stilwell is a prospect to watch out for with the Cardinals. He has the potential to have some impressive seasons over the next few years.
Matthew Gober Matthew Gober WR North Little Rock | 2027 State AR -Wide Receiver-North Little Rock-6’0”
Matthew Gober Matthew Gober WR North Little Rock | 2027 State AR is a wide receiver that will open eyes with his smooth route ability. He creates separation from opposing defensive backs using his mix of route running and speed. Gober has the speed needed to stretch the field from a vertical perspective. Meanwhile, he has no trouble working the underneath routes for the Charging Wildcats. Gober has the ability and the talent to do big things on Friday nights in the future.
Jack Summers Jack Summers 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL Har-Ber | 2027 State AR -Offensive Line-Har-Ber-6’3” 300-Pounds
The Har-Ber Wildcats always seem to produce talented prospects along the offensive line each season. Jack Summers Jack Summers 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL Har-Ber | 2027 State AR has the potential to become a mainstay on the offensive front for Har-Ber over the next few seasons. He uses his hands well and keeps opposing defenders away from the quarterback. Meanwhile, he has the quickness to be used on screens and rushes to the outside. Summers has no problem clearing rushing lanes for his running backs. He has the potential to do big things on Friday nights in the future.
Cason Roten Cason Roten 5'10" | 165 lbs | LB Elkins | 2027 AR -Linebacker-Elkins-5’10” 160-Pounds
Cason Roten Cason Roten 5'10" | 165 lbs | LB Elkins | 2027 AR plays the linebacker position with impressive effectiveness for the Elks. He uses his speed well and gets sideline to sideline with good quickness. Roten gets away from blocks and pursues the ball carrier well. He makes a sure tackle and wraps up the ball carrier. Roten rarely misses tackles when stopping the run or the pass. Roten has the speed to drop back into pass coverage. He causes plenty of problems for the opposing passing attack. Roten is a prospect to watch out for over the next couple of seasons for Elkins.
Caden Crawford Caden Crawford 6'0" | 180 lbs | ATH Cross County | 2027 State AR -Athlete-Cross County-6’0” 180-Pounds
I like the versatility that Caden Crawford Caden Crawford 6'0" | 180 lbs | ATH Cross County | 2027 State AR brings to Cross County. He is a player that can line up all over the field. On the offensive side of the ball, he plays with good speed and vision from the running back spot. Crawford is a patient runner that allows his rushing lanes to develop before exploding through the hole. Meanwhile, on the defensive side of the ball, Crawford has the ability to patrol the secondary and disrupt the opposition’s passing attack. Crawford is a player to watch out for over the next couple of seasons for Cross County.