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Hidden Gems Outside the Top 100 – Arkansas

Hidden Gems Outside the Top 100 – Arkansas
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards April 27, 2024 @ 11:08 AM
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Jamarion Conway
Jamarion Conway 6'1" | 185 lbs | WR | 2025
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Marcus Heard
Marcus Heard 5'11" | 190 lbs | LB/RB | 2026
AR
Jordon Moore-Payne
Jordon Moore-Payne 5'9" | 200 lbs | QB | 2026
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Dane Tedford
Dane Tedford 6'6" | 290 lbs | OL/DL | 2027
AR
Brayden Erby
Brayden Erby 6'2" | 250 lbs | DL | 2026
AR
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His awareness is impressive, allowing himself to move through the pocket with solid footwork and evading pressure. Moore displays a strong arm with the ability to consistently attack the short to intermediate range with accuracy. His ability to tuck and run, gaining significant yardage is a game changer. Moore is a riser and someone to keep an eye on throughout 2024.rnrnNote -3.9 GPA","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662d22fcbe54c"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Jmopayne2/status/1612153395598565376","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Jmopayne2/status/1612153395598565376 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1259357' first='Jamarion' last='Conway']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"185","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Nashville","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e6-Footu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e185 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWide Receiveru003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernNashville wide receiver [player_tooltip player_id='1259357' first='Jamarion' last='Conway'] is a slot receiver that's a vertical threat due to his speed, burst and athleticism. Conway can dominate all levels of the field (short, intermediate and deep) while being utilized as a motion or sweep man. He displays good body control, bend and acceleration, allowing him to consistently create separation at his breaks. He's able to go get 1v1 jump balls due to his athleticism, strong hands, good hand-eye coordination and control. A versatile receiver who can schematically fit any system.rnrnNote - 4.56 40","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662d22fcbe634"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BabyfaceConway/status/1783958391427043337","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BabyfaceConway/status/1783958391427043337 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1259353' first='Marcus' last='Heard']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"190","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2408","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Sylvan Hills","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e5-Foot-11u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e190 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eRunning Backu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2026u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernSylvan Hills running back [player_tooltip player_id='1259353' first='Marcus' last='Heard'] brings power, burst and awareness to the position. Heard displays a quick first step with good vision behind the line of scrimmage to locate the hole and then burst up field. Good footwork and patience, allowing himself to follow blocks and reach the second level. Showcases active feet, good natural balance, strong lower body and control to break tackles and get up field. Good athleticism with a one-cut ability, instantly making a man miss and getting to the next level. 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Tedford displays good explosion off the line of scrimmage, engaging quickly with good hand placement, timing, pad level and length while creating leverage to either shed the block or bull rush the OL back into the pocket, putting pressure on the quarterback. Demonstrates the ability to read and react of his block, making a play in the backfield. Strong lower/upper body, solid bend and good up field burst to dominate vs both the running and passing game.rnrnNote - 3.2 GPArnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662d22fcbe759"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DaneTedford2027/status/1781522115495186511","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DaneTedford2027/status/1781522115495186511 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["370546"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e6-Foot-2u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e235 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDefensive Lineu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2026u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernNashville defensive lineman u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eBrayden Erbyu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e brings power and up field burst to the position. Erby is an interior force that demonstrates quickness off the line of scrimmage. Displays a strong lower body with good hand placement to create leverage and drive or rip through his opposition. He's consistently in the backfield due to his good up field burst and pad level, wreaking havoc against the opposing offense.rnrnNote – 3.5 GPA","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662d22fcbe7d0"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/bray2x3/status/1742672830234263912","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/bray2x3/status/1742672830234263912 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->

In this report, we take a look at prospects who are flying under the radar, specifically those not listed within the top 100 of their class. These prospects are gems for college coaches and recruiters as we will help them gain exposure. These athletes deserve more attention due to their talents and skillsets. Here are five prospects to watch in 2024:

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Jamarion Conway Jamarion Conway Jamarion Conway 6'1" | 185 lbs | WR Nashville | 2025 State AR

HEIGHT 6'0"
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Jamarion Conway Jamarion Conway Jamarion Conway 6'1" | 185 lbs | WR Nashville | 2025 State AR

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Marcus Heard Marcus Heard 5'11" | 190 lbs | LB/RB Sylvan Hills | 2026 State AR

HEIGHT 5'11"
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Marcus Heard Marcus Heard 5'11" | 190 lbs | LB/RB Sylvan Hills | 2026 State AR

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Dane Tedford

Dane Tedford

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HEIGHT 6'6"
WEIGHT 290
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CLASS 2027
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Hidden Gems Outside the Top 100 – Arkansas
t 6-Foot-5 270 Pounds Defensive Line Class of 2027 Ozark defensive lineman Dane Tedford showcases power, quickness and...
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Brayden Erby

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WEIGHT 250
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Hidden Gems Outside the Top 100 – Arkansas
t 6-Foot-2 235 Pounds Defensive Line Class of 2026 Nashville defensive lineman Brayden Erby brings power and up...
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