Recruiting News and Notes

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The second weekend of September was a busy one throughout the Natural State. With numerous college football programs playing hosts to recruits this weekend, it was a busy recruiting weekend for programs as well. In this article, we are going to highlight several prospects making recruiting headlines this week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='413517' first='Anthony' last='Kennedy']-Defensive Line-Maumelle-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Maumelle defensive line prospect is one of the most talented prospects in the state of Arkansas. He is a versatile defender that can plug up rushing lanes or pressure the passer. Kennedy is a unique combination of quickness and power that throws opposing offensive linemen off. He has the ability to bull rush a blocker or simply use his quickness to drive past a blocker. Over the weekend, Kennedy had the opportunity to visit the Texas Longhorns. He is a prospect to watch out for over the next few seasons for Maumelle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='191634' first='Grant' last='Karnes']-Wide Receiver-Greenwood-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the past few years, [player_tooltip player_id='191634' first='Grant' last='Karnes'] has been one of the most consistent wide receivers in the state. He has great speed which he combines with impressive route running capability. Karnes is an instinctive player that knows when to adjust his route and get himself open for his quarterback. The talented Greenwood receiver spent his weekend in Fayetteville visiting the Arkansas Razorbacks. He is a prospect to watch out for this season. Karnes has the ability to put up big numbers at the receiver spot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='250021' first='Tony' last='Wilkins'] III-Athlete-North Little Rock-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='250021' first='Tony' last='Wilkins'] is a versatile player that the North Little Rock coaching staff can align anywhere on the field. On the offensive side of the ball, Wilkins has the ability to use his speed to create separation from opposing defenders. He is a player that sets up his blocks well and knows which person to follow. Wilkins had the opportunity to visit Southern Nazarene University. He is a player to watch out for as the season heats up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1295623' first='Bryson' last='Weathers']-Offensive Line-Cabot-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1295623' first='Bryson' last='Weathers'] is an offensive lineman that explodes out of the stance and gets into opposing defenders quickly. Weathers has the ability to open up rushing lanes and finish blocks. He uses his hands well to shift opposing defenders from pressuring the passer. Over the weekend, Weathers had the opportunity to visit Southern Arkansas. He is an offensive lineman to watch out for as conference play heats up for the Panthers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1252940' first='Jeffery' last='Mayweather Jr.']-Defensive Back-North Little Rock-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The North Little Rock defensive back uses his speed and quickness well to stay with opposing wide receivers. He plays the ball well in the air. Mayweather Jr. is not afraid to use his hands to redirect a wide receiver and disrupt his route. He knows when to make a play on the ball. Mayweather Jr. is opportunistic and can take advantage of careless passes. He had the opportunity to visit Henderson State over the weekend. He is a player to watch out for this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->