Preseason All-Arkansas: Second-team Defense

<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 third-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-offense/">Second-team Offense</a></p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Defensive Line</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='221270' first='Nykkisson' last='Wimberly'] | Arkadelphia | 2025</h2>   <p>"It was only a matter of time before this talented defensive lineman earned a scholarship offer. Last weekend, [player_tooltip player_id='221270' first='Nykkisson' last='Wimberly']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/nykkisson-wimberly/"></a> performed extremely well in the camp Henderson State hosted. Wimberly gets into the opposing offensive backfield quickly. He has the power to drive opposing blockers into the offensive backfield. Wimberly earned a scholarship offer from Henderson State over the weekend. The talented Arkadelphia defensive lineman earned the scholarship and he is a player to watch out for this upcoming season." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/camp-eye-openers/">Camp Eye Openers</a>)</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Jackson Wammack | Southside | 2025</h2>   <p>"Jackson Wammack is one of the more uncovered recruits in the state, none the less he is as explosive of a player as they come. Wammack pops off the snap with impressive velocity and agility, shooting gaps immediately. His film shows him reaching the QB in a second or less. He is a fantastic finisher in the backfield with relentless backside pursuit to finish plays at the line as the gaps get log-jammed. Wammack has the makings of a supreme DE at the next level with his impressive pursuit, block release, and length." - Jace Dunegan (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/swan-song-seasons-part-4/">Swan Song Seasons: Part 4</a>)</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='221307' first='Danny' last='Johnson'] | Pine Bluff | </h2>   <p>"The versatile Pine Bluff defensive lineman has the ability to see playing time on both sides of the ball this season. Johnson uses his strength to his advantage in driving opposing blockers into the offensive backfield. Over the weekend, Johnson had the opportunity to showcase his abilities at the Arkansas State camp in Jonesboro. Johnson has the potential to do big things on both sides of the ball this upcoming season for the Zebras." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/putting-in-the-work-15/">Putting in the Work</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/DannyJo55/status/1810099210995347646 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Linebacker</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='221289' first='Carter' last='Henley'] | Shiloh Christian | 2025</h2>   <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Harding commit</span></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/CarterHenley_/status/1803861267595043160 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='808806' first='Andrew' last='Plummer'] | Southside | 2025</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='808806' first='Andrew' last='Plummer']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/andrew-plummer/"></a> , standing at 6'1″ and weighing 190 pounds, embodies the quintessential linebacker leader—a formidable force across all defensive fronts with an instinctive eye for the football. Plummer's prowess extends to coverage, where he displays adept skills in reading crossing route patterns and employing lateral footwork to effectively track targets, ensuring minimal openings in the middle of the field. Notably, for a middle linebacker, his ball-hawking abilities stand out; his quick instincts and adept finishing techniques make him a formidable threat when the ball is in the air. Plummer's tackling proficiency is unmatched; his low-level tackling technique poses a daunting challenge for offensive players attempting to evade him in the box. With lightning-quick gap identification skills and an imposing physicality, he excels in solo tackling situations, making him a formidable presence on the defensive front." - Jace Dunegan (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/06/under-the-radar-northeast-arkansas/">Under the Radar: Northeast Arkansas</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/Andrewplummer30/status/1800993157682762179 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='283584' first='Braxton' last='Lindsey'] | Rogers | </h2>   <p>"Over the past few years, [player_tooltip player_id='283584' first='Braxton' last='Lindsey']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/braxton-lindsey/"></a> has not had any problem opening eyes. He is an athlete that can and will play all over the field for the Rogers Mounties this season. Lindsey sees playing time on both sides of the football for the Mounties. At the Southwest Elite 7-on-7 tournament, Lindsey had no trouble creating separation from opposing defensive backs. He does a great job of using his athleticism to get away from defenders and simply just outwork opposing defensive backs. He is a prospect that I expect to have a strong season this season." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/weekly-7-on-7-standouts/">Weekly 7-on-7 Standouts</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/BraxtonTrev/status/1802034508021019073 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Defensive Back</span></h2>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='428896' first='Josiah' last='Rainey'] | Sylvan Hills | 2025</h2>   <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Louisian Tech commit</span></p>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='428896' first='Josiah' last='Rainey']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/josiah-rainey/"></a> recently committed to Louisiana Tech on June 18th, 2024. Rainey displays good read and react ability while staying inside the hip pocket off breaks, not allowing any room for separation. Impressive fluidity in his movements, allowing him to key on the receiver with vision. Good tackler in space due to good angles and pad level. His awareness and football IQ is noteworthy. Has experience at wide receiver as well." - Colton Edwards (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/07/sylvan-hills-bears-ar-2024-team-preview/">Sylvan Hills Team Preview</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/_d1josiah_/status/1803172545312493648 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='612846' first='Cash' last='Farris'] | Alma | 2025</h2>   <p>"[player_tooltip player_id='612846' first='Cash' last='Farris']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/cash-farris/"></a> is a safety that reads the opposing quarterback extremely well. He has a great idea of where the play is going and reacts to it well. Farris will put himself in a good position to make the tackle. He plays the ball well in the air and will force opposing wide receivers to have to play defense. Farris is a player that has impressed on the camp circuit and will see the field on Saturdays in the future. Earlier in the week, Farris earned a scholarship offer from Lyon College. He is a player to watch out for this season." - 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/CashFarris3/status/1801693465362972999 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='221290' first='Michael' last='Hayes'] | Joe T. Robinson | 2025</h2>   <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">UCA commit</span></p>   <p>"Over the past few years, [player_tooltip player_id='221290' first='Michael' last='Hayes']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/michael-hayes-2/"></a> has continued to develop into a defensive back that opposing quarterbacks attempt to avoid throwing at. Hayes is a versatile defensive back that can shift from the cornerback to the safety spots with no difficulty at all. He does a nice job of reading the play and putting himself in position to defend against the pass. Over the past few days, Hayes has earned scholarship offers from Missouri Southern and Stephen F. Austin. He is setting the stage for a big 2025 season." - Tom Tabler (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/06/recruiting-news-and-notes-18/">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/Michaelhayes4_/status/1804213280417943647 </div></figure>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='221291' first='Demetric' last='Denton'] | Newport | 2025</h2>   <p>"An imposing force at 6-4, 171 pounds [player_tooltip player_id='221291' first='Demetric' last='Denton']<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/demetric-denton/"></a> is an exceptional athlete embodying the essence of a true play maker. Whether on offense or defense, Denton consistently delivers standout performances. Defensively, his athleticism shines as he fearlessly hurdles defenders in traffic to make plays in the box, complemented by his swift hip swivels in coverage. Offensively, Denton showcases incredible versatility, demonstrating a high football IQ in the option game and lining up at wide receiver, where he leaves defenders flat-footed with his elite elusiveness. With the ball in his hands, Denton is a sheer force, exhibiting raw talent and dynamic play making ability. His fantastic skills allow him to excel anywhere on the field, making him a highly valuable and versatile player." - Jace Dunegan (<a href="https://prepredzone.com/2024/06/newport-seeing-generational-talent-rise/">Newport Seeing Unique Talent Rise</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/thekidpoo13/status/1790803026367709194 </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 third-team offense. You can see the previous editions of our preseason awards list below: