2026 Never Before Covered: May Edition

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have reached the point in the month where it is time to introduce a few prospects that have recently joined the Prep Redzone Arkansas 2026 prospect rankings. In this article, we highlight several players that are players to watch out for over the next few months. All have the potential to do big things on Friday nights this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1266964' first='Sion' last='Wilson']-Athlete-Springdale Har-Ber-5'9” 145-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1266964' first='Sion' last='Wilson'] is a prospect that sees snaps on both sides of the ball for the Wildcats. On the defensive side of the ball, Wilson will see playing time in the secondary throughout the season. He uses his hands well and causes problems for opposing wide receivers. Wilson has the speed to stick with receivers that are quick. Meanwhile, he does a nice job of playing the ball while it is in the air. However, Wilson is a player that will likely see playing time on the offensive side of the ball. He is a player to watch over the next few seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1227668' first='Nick' last='Gibbs']-Offensive Line-Palestine-Wheatley-6'1” 290-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1227668' first='Nick' last='Gibbs'] displays impressive explosiveness out of the stance. He uses his hands well and gets into the opposing defender quickly. Gibbs has no trouble clearing a rushing lane for his teammates. He has quick feet and the speed to get to the second level quickly. Gibbs has the versatility to play multiple positions for the Patriots. He is a player to watch out for over the next few seasons for Palestine-Wheatley.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1264864' first='LeiTrevion' last='Byers']-Linebacker-Fayetteville-5'9” 180-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Fayetteville Bulldogs have a history of producing talented players at the linebacker position each season. The 2024 season is not appearing to be any different in the terms of talented linebackers the Bulldogs have on the roster. [player_tooltip player_id='1264864' first='LeiTrevion' last='Byers'] is an athletic prospect at the linebacker spot with impressive range. He has no problem pursuing the ball carrier and does so effectively. Byers is the type of linebacker that can have an impact on defending the run as well as the pass. He is a player to watch out for over the next few seasons for the Bulldogs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1243261' first='Luke' last='Wrublesky']-Wide Receiver-Hot Springs Lakeside-6'0” 175-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1243261' first='Luke' last='Wrublesky'] is a wide receiver that uses his route running well to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He has the quickness to stretch the field from a vertical perspective. Meanwhile, he catches everything that is thrown in his direction. Wrublesky will work his was open for his quarterback when the pocket is breaking down. He is a wide receiver that I expect to have a strong camp this fall and light up Friday nights over the next couple of seasons for Lakeside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1259344' first='Jordan' last='Moore-Payne']-Quarterback-Quitman-5'10” 175-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1259344' first='Jordan' last='Moore-Payne'] can hurt opposing defenses in a variety of ways. He is a signal caller that has great mobility. Moore-Payne has no problem making opposing defenders miss tackles. Meanwhile, he has an accurate arm and rarely will force the ball into tight coverages. However, he has the arm strength to fit the ball into some tight windows. The Quitman quarterback will test opposing secondaries with the deep ball. He is a prospect to watch out for over the next couple of seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->