Preseason All-Arkansas First-team Offense

<p>With preseason practices in full swing and less than a month until the kickoff of week 0, the excitement of high school football in Arkansas is heightened once again. Over the coming weeks, we'll unveil our All-Arkansas selections, we're coming at you today with our picks for the first-team offense. You can see the previous editions of our preseason awards list below:</p>   <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/08/preseason-all-arkansas-third-team-defense/">Third-team Defense</a> | <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/08/preseason-all-arkansas-third-team-offense/">Third-team Offense</a></p>   <p><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/08/preseason-all-arkansas-second-team-defense/">Second-team Defense</a> | <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/08/preseason-all-arkansas-second-team-offense/">Second-team Offense</a></p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Quarterback</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer'] | Greenwood | 2026</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/kane-archer/"></a> is a quarterback that can pick opposing defenses apart with his accuracy. He does an excellent job of throwing his wide receivers open. Archer extends the play with his athletic ability and keeps his eyes down the field. The Bulldogs earned another state championship a season ago. Archer threw for 2,399 yards and 33 touchdowns last season. He also rushed for 659 yards and 16 touchdowns. The Greenwood signal caller is a player to watch out for this upcoming season." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/preseason-offensive-player-of-the-year-prospects/">Preseason Offensive Player of the Year Prospects</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KaneArcher9/status/1807436308622504294 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Running Back</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='865679' first='Cameron' last='Settles'] | Little Rock Parkview | 2025</h2>   <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Arkansas commit</span></p>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='865679' first='Cameron' last='Settles']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/cameron-settles/"></a> is a physical north and south runner who brings good power, speed, and athleticism to the running back position. He displays a physical downhill running style with good post-snap vision to read first-level defenders and flow to locate the running lane. Settles has the ability to make multiple cuts due to his good change of direction, lateral agility, burst, and vision to locate an opening backside or play side. He consistently breaks tackles with good contact balance, leg drive, and active feet to create yards after contact in the first and second levels." - Colton Edwards (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/08/class-of-2025-pre-season-all-dominant-team/">Class of 2025 Pre-Season: All-Dominant Team</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/settles_cameron/status/1819923257429983736 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1396707' first='Kiandrea' last='Barker'] | Newport | 2025</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='1396707' first='Kiandrea' last='Barker'] is one of the most explosive running backs in the class of 2025. He has tremendous vision and finds the appropriate rushing lanes quickly. Barker displays impressive patience in waiting for the rushing lanes to develop. As a sophomore, Barker rushed for 1,225 yards and 10 touchdowns. Barker can run between the tackles or just as easily cut the run down the sideline. He is a player that could earn offensive player of the year honors this upcoming season." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/preseason-offensive-player-of-the-year-prospects/">Preseason Offensive Player of the Year Prospects</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KiandreaBarker/status/1823423547785797653 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Wide Receiver</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='188134' first='Monterrio' last='Elston Jr.'] | Little Rock Parkview | 2025</h2>   <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Kansas State commit</span></p>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='188134' first='Monterrio' last='Elston Jr.'] is one of the most versatile prospects in the state of Arkansas. He has the talent to line up all over the field for Parkview. Elston sees playing time at the running back position as well as the wide receiver spot for the Patriots. He is a player that will not go down on initial contact. Elston has the speed to get into the second level quickly. Over the weekend, the Parkview running back placed his commitment with the Kansas State Wildcats. I expect Elston to have a strong senior season this season." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/recruiting-news-and-notes-21/">Recruiting News and Notes</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/monterrioelston/status/1819501417096159601 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='413555' first='Antonio' last='Jordan'] | Warren | 2025</h2>   <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Arkansas commit</span></p>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='413555' first='Antonio' last='Jordan']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/antonio-jordan/"></a> is a well-balanced wide receiver who can stretch the field, hurt you vertically, and beat you 1v1 with speed, athleticism, and being a big body wideout. Jordan displays solid hands and good hand-eye coordination to highpoint the football and catch vs contest. He can track in over-the-shoulder throws due to very good ball-tracking skills. His stature, body control, and athleticism allow him to be a 1v1 jump ball and red zone threat, along with his quick release package. Good YAC ability is due to good change of direction, balance, and burst to get up field quickly." - Colton Edwards (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/08/class-of-2025-pre-season-all-dominant-team/">Class of 2025 Pre-Season: All-Dominant Team</a>)</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='231812' first='Aamonii' last='Wren'] | Greenwood | 2026</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='231812' first='Aamonii' last='Wren']'s versatility as a running back, wide receiver, return specialist, and defensive back has garnered attention from Division 1 programs. He is ranked as the 10th overall player and the top in his position in Arkansas for the class of 2026 by Prep Redzone. Wren has good athletic ability with good foot quickness, change of direction, acceleration and balance. He puts that athleticism to work in both the run and passing game. Good post-snap vision, able to read first level defenders and locate the opening with patience and exploding through the hole with good burst. Smooth route runner and a YAC threat, due to his elusiveness, lateral agility, change of direction, and burst, enabling him to make sharp cuts or accelerate up field quickly. Able to adjust mid route due to good body control, balance and hand-eye coordination. Wren's speed, athleticism, and explosion make him a vertical threat capable of stretching the field. Elite talent with versatility that will attract collegiate coaches." - Colton Edwards (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/june-rankings-update-2026-ath/">June Rankings Update: 2026 ATH</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AamoniiWren2/status/1799686362653679994 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Offensive Line</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='706364' first='Carius' last='Curne'] | Marion | 2025</h2>   <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">LSU commit</span></p>   <p>"We now shift a bit outside the box in terms of player of the year awards. [player_tooltip player_id='706364' first='Carius' last='Curne']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/carius-curne/"></a> is one of the most impressive offensive linemen to come out of the Natural State in some time. He is a powerhouse at the tackle position. Curne has tremendous explosiveness out of the stance and get hits into opposing defensive linemen quickly. He has that rare mix of power and agility that major colleges look for on the offensive line. Curne is a player to watch out for this upcoming season." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/preseason-offensive-player-of-the-year-prospects/">Preseason Offensive Player of the Year Prospects</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CurneCarius/status/1815576339396673831 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='207186' first='Evan' last='Goodwin'] | Pulaski Academy | 2026</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='207186' first='Evan' last='Goodwin']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/evan-goodwin/"></a> brings an impressive mix of good power, full body strength and athleticism to the position. Goodwin is the 13th rated overall player and 2nd overall at his position in the state of Arkansas (via Prep Redzone) for the class of 2026. He displays explosion off the line of scrimmage with good pad level, lower body power and foot quickness. He showcases good hand placement, hand strength and punch timing to throw off the defender and create leverage to drive the opposition back or displace. Good angling in reach and zone blocks. Very strong anchor in pass protection, demonstrating control with good lower body strength, core strength, hand placement and awareness to potential stunts." - Colton Edwards (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/06/june-rankings-update-2026-offensive-lineman/">June Rankings Update: 2026 Offensive Line</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/goodwin2026/status/1817712887659630663 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='364854' first='Cody' last='Taylor'] | Greenwood | 2026</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='364854' first='Cody' last='Taylor']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/cody-taylor/"></a> has had a busy offseason over the past few weeks. He has hit the camp circuit hard and put together numerous impressive performances in the process. Taylor explodes out of the stance and gets into opposing defenders quickly. He has the ability to overpower opposing pass rushers. Meanwhile, he does an excellent job of opening up the rushing lanes for his running backs. Taylor is a prospect to watch out for and he has hit camps hard this week at South Florida and Alabama." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/06/recruiting-news-and-notes-20/">Recruiting News and Notes</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CodyTaylor68/status/1823516106599907526 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Tight End</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='280868' first='Javeon' last='Fricks'] | Mineral Springs | 2025</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='280868' first='Javeon' last='Fricks']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/javeon-fricks/"></a> is a dynamic, versatile, and athletic prospect, playing both tight end and outside linebacker, able to dominate at the Slot/Y positions. Fricks displays good acceleration off the line of scrimmage with good foot quickness, quickly covering ground and reaching the break/stem of his routes. Good hand-eye coordination and strong hands enable him to secure catches in contested situations or adjust mid-route due to his catch radius and body control. His smooth route-running, foot quickness, and physicality make him a formidable red-zone threat. Additionally, he is a solid after-the-catch (YAC) threat, with good change of direction, active feet, and the balance needed to absorb contact and break tackles. He is eager and forceful as a blocker, with good pad level, hand placement, and leg drive. Defensively, he exhibits good angles, technique, and lateral agility to execute plays in space, along with a relentless sideline-to-sideline motor." - Colton Edwards (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/08/class-of-2025-pre-season-all-dominant-team/">Class of 2025 Pre-Season: All-Dominant Team</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JaveonFricks2/status/1797745817677381704 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Kicker</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='731120' first='Jackson' last='Elam'] | Batesville | 2026</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='731120' first='Jackson' last='Elam']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/jackson-elam/"></a> has had a strong summer on the camp circuit. He has had the opportunity to showcase his accurate leg. Elam doubles as both a kicker and a punter and has opened plenty of eyes leading up to the 2024 season. Kohl's Kicking has Elam ranked as the 39<sup>th</sup> ranked kicker in the country and the 32<sup>nd</sup> ranked punter. He is a player to watch out for this upcoming season." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/08/recruiting-news-and-notes-24/">Recruiting News and Notes</a>)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CoachNorwood15/status/1823855063523373246 </div></figure>

With preseason practices in full swing and less than a month until the kickoff of week 0, the excitement of high school football in Arkansas is heightened once again. Over the coming weeks, we'll unveil our All-Arkansas selections, we're coming at you today with our picks for the first-team offense. You can see the previous editions of our preseason awards list below: