August 2026: Never Before Covered

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2026 is developing into one of the deepest classes that the state of Arkansas has seen in several years. Prep Redzone Arkansas is always updating and adding new names to the player rankings. This is the time of the month where we will highlight several prospects that will be making appearances on the upcoming ranking updates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1362784' first='Demarco' last='Moore']-Athlete-Beebe-5'10” 160-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1362784' first='Demarco' last='Moore'] is a dynamic athlete at multiple positions for the Beebe Badgers. On the offensive side of the ball, he is a wide receiver that has the ability to stretch the field from a vertical perspective. Moore has the mixture of route running and quickness needed to create separation from opposing defensive backs. Meanwhile, on the defensive side of the ball he is a cornerback that can stick to opposing wide outs like glue. He has the potential to have a big season for the Badgers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1317062' first='Brogan' last='Tate']-Defensive Line-Walnut Ridge-5'11” 260-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Walnut Ridge is a program that will impress you with how talented they are on both sides of the ball. [player_tooltip player_id='1317062' first='Brogan' last='Tate'] is a versatile prospect that can move all along the defensive front and not lose his effectiveness. Tate does an impressive job of shedding blockers and pursuing the ball carrier. He is a defensive lineman that sets the edge and gets to the ball carrier quickly. Tate is a defensive lineman to watch out for as the 2024 season progresses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1348331' first='Nathan' last='Self']-Offensive Line-Baptist Prep-6'5” 270-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Baptist Prep offensive lineman is a powerful lineman when it comes to pass and run blocking. He has good hand placement and can drive opposing defenders out of rushing lanes. Self has the speed to get out front on screens and draws. He is looking to finish one block and then find a defender at the second level to block. Self is an offensive line prospect to watch out for this upcoming season. He has the potential to earn some scholarship offers over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1218019' first='Ryan' last='Young']-Defensive Back-Bryant-6'4” 175-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1218019' first='Ryan' last='Young'] is a versatile defensive back that can shift from cornerback to the safety spots with ease. Young reads the play well and puts himself in a position to make a play on the football. He does not shy away from contact and does a good job of wrapping up opposing ball carriers. Young has the instinct to know where the opposing quarterback is going with the football. He puts himself in position to make a play on the football. Young is a player to watch out for this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1330281' first='Judd' last='Qualls']-Offensive Line-DeWitt-6'2” 285-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1330281' first='Judd' last='Qualls'] is an explosive offensive lineman that gets out of the stance quickly. Qualls has the quickness needed to get out front on screen passes as well as draw plays. He has proper hand placement and can drive opposing defenders backward to clear a rushing lane. Qualls has no trouble finishing one block and finding another defender to block. He has a great mix of quickness and power. Qualls is a player to watch out for over the next two seasons for DeWitt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->