March Rankings Update: 2025 Linebackers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have officially released another rankings update in the state of Arkansas for the class of 2025. In this article, we will showcase the 2025 linebackers with some analysis. Over the next month, I will breakdown these rankings by position in each class with other segments included.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2025","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2496","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6611f0aacdfd1"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["221259"],"_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 tu003cliu003e225 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDefensive Lineu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernGreenwood linebacker and/or edge rusher u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eCash Archeru003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e brings versatility to the defensive side of the ball. Archer is the 4th rated overall player and 1st overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He is a dynamic playmaker on the edge, showcasing impressive athleticism, explosion and good edge containment skills outside to force the play into traffic. Displays excellent bend, speed, hand placement, hand strength and lower body power to beat his opposition and make a play in the backfield. His acceleration off the snap with his power is impressive. Has the ability to drop back into zone coverage vs the pass.rnrn'23 Stats: 78 tackles, 38 QB hurries, 29 TFL's, 20 sacks u0026amp; 2 FF'srnrnNote – 4.63 40 u0026amp; 3-Star","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6611f0aace7b3"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Archer88Cash/status/1774120591060074865","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/Archer88Cash/status/1774120591060074865 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["865680"],"_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 tu003cliu003e5-Foot-10u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e180 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLinebackeru003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernLittle Rock Parkview linebacker u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eKevin Ellisu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e brings demonstrates good athleticism with a sideline-to-sideline motor. Ellis is the 13th rated overall player and 2nd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He displays good read and react ability with speed, while showcasing his mental processing skills. He's agile with good feel in zone coverage, locking down underneath and communicating. Vs the run, he's able to attack blockers head on and disengage, making a play on the ball carrier.rnrnNote – 4.0 GPA u0026amp; 4.6 40","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6611f0aace823"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Kevinellis2025/status/1732792558437167235","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/Kevinellis2025/status/1732792558437167235 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["507120"],"_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-Footu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e225 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLinebackeru003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernLittle Rock Mills linebacker u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eZion Smithu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e brings quick diagnostic skills with versatility to play on the edge. Smith is the 23rd rated overall player and 3rd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He displays good read and react ability with a quick first step while showcasing his speed and power when attacking downhill and disengaging from blockers.  Demonstrates good feel in zone coverage, keeping things underneath while making a play on the ball and forcing a PBU. His power, hand placement, bend and athleticism would allow him to play on the edge consistently.rnrnNote: Multi-Position Athlete","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6611f0aace884"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ZIONSMITH_21/status/1774800033436647733","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/ZIONSMITH_21/status/1774800033436647733 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["509959"],"_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-Footu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e210 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLinebackeru003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernGentry linebacker u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eBennett Robertsu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e demonstrates an impressive sideline-to-sideline motor with good work ethic. Roberts is the 64th rated overall player and 5th overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He displays a quick first step to read and react while making a play on the football. Good consistent tackler in space while being a true disruptor in both the running and passing game. Good athleticism, upper and lower body power with solid foot quickness.rnrn'23 Stats: 142 tackles (74 solo) 7 TFL's, 5 sacks, 4 QB hurries, 3 FF and 1 INT.rnrnNote - All-Conference (2022/2023)","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6611f0aace8e3"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Bennett84720889/status/1724985471401374156","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/Bennett84720889/status/1724985471401374156 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["808806"],"_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-1u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e200 Poundsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLinebackeru003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eClass of 2025u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernSouthside linebacker [player_tooltip player_id='808806' first='Andrew' last='Plummer'] brings you a sideline-to-sideline motor with good diagnostic skills. Plummer is the 66th rated overall player and 6th overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2025. He displays good foot quickness with good lateral agility and change of direction to transition in coverage. Good read and react ability, switching off in zone well and attacking the ball instantly, either forcing a PBU or turnover. Good consistent tackler in space and in traffic.rnrnNote - 3.2 GPA","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6611f0aace93b"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Andrewplummer30/status/1754561238741184526","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/Andrewplummer30/status/1754561238741184526 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OTHER TOP 100 LINEBACKERS IN THE CLASS OF 2025:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#4 [player_tooltip player_id='174599' first='Malachi' last='Solee'] (Maumelle)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#7 [player_tooltip player_id='823959' first='Kaden' last='Nash'] (Pulaski Academy)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#8 [player_tooltip player_id='221289' first='Carter' last='Henley'] (Shiloh Christian)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#9 [player_tooltip player_id='240357' first='David' last='Nwisi'] (Nettleton)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10. [player_tooltip player_id='396381' first='Brenden' last='Simmons'] (Fordyce)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>11. [player_tooltip player_id='1068022' first='Ricky' last='Regina'] (Pocahontas)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12. [player_tooltip player_id='1158059' first='Darrell' last='Moore'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>13. [player_tooltip player_id='240080' first='Kayden' last='Sherman'] (Maumelle)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>14. [player_tooltip player_id='328727' first='Caleb' last='Turic'] (Pottsville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->