Recruiting News – Week Four

In this report, we recap the recent recruiting around the natural state in the past week as we continue to provide news and updates about offers and commitments for many talented prospects in Arkansas.    [player_tooltip player_id='1474635' first='Cam' last='Austin'] displays solid-post snap vision to locate the running lane quickly. He's a physically imposing north and south runner with good balance, leg drive, and lower body power to withstand contact and break tackles. Austin received his first offer from Vermilion College on September 17th, 2024.   Offer List: Vermilion   Note - Multi Sport Athlete   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CamAustin2025/status/1836162896591499296 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='466187' first='Kyndrick' last='Williams'] is an athletic defensive back with physicality, good footwork, transitions, and attentiveness at the point of the catch. Williams displays good read-and-react ability, with the ability to change direction quickly due to good fluidity and burst to break on the ball against the run and make tackles in space. He officially committed to Arkansas on September 19th, 2024.   Offer List: Arkansas (COMMITTED 09/19/2024), Central Arkansas, Texas A&M Commerce & UNLV   Note – 4.48 40 / 3.3 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KyndrickW/status/1836852533978890589 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1474673' first='Jabaree' last='Smith'] is a versatile prospect with solid athletic ability. He has experience as a wide receiver and defensive back. Smith can become a vertical threat due to good foot speed. Solid tackler in space with solid technique. He earned his first offer from Vermilion on September 18th, 2024.   Offer List: Vermilion   Note - Multi Position Athlete   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/_jabareesmith/status/1836552404092817657 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='451342' first='Davian' last='Hall'] is a hybrid defensive back who can play at multiple positions within the secondary with good awareness, speed, and athleticism. He also has good read and react ability, showcasing his skillset to break on the ball quickly and arrive at the catch point to force a PBU or make a play in space. He earned another offer from Madonna on September 18th, 2024.   Offer List: Arkansas Tech, Lyon, Madonna & Wabash College   Note – 3.8 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Davian_Hall4/status/1836579303296847946 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='356833' first='Boston' last='Bischke'] displays good read and react ability while keying in the backfield. He has good angles and a sideline-to-sideline motor. He can keep things underneath with solid foot quickness, a change of direction, and a good feel in zone coverage. He officially received his first offer from Hendrix on September 19th, 2024.   Offer List: Hendrix   Note – 3.95 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BostonBischke/status/1836822372617257134 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1267914' first='Joshun' last='Cranford'] displays solid hand-eye coordination, strong hands, and solid body control to catch vs. the contest. He also demonstrates good mental processing, working back or adjusting his route for a pressured quarterback, giving him the option to throw. He earned his first offer from Vermilion on September 20th, 2024.   Offer List: Vermilion   Note – 3.1 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JoshunCranford/status/1837239691420258560 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='280868' first='Javeon' last='Fricks'] plays both tight end and outside linebacker. He displays good acceleration off the LOS with good foot quickness, quickly covering ground and reaching the break/stem of his routes. His 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. He earned another offer from Henderson State on September 20th, 2024.   Offer List: Arkansas State, Arkansas Tech, Alcorn State, Hardeeville, Henderson State, Missouri Southern, Ouachita Baptist, Southeast Missouri State & UT Martin   Note – 3.3 GPA   <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/1837331250958274753 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='401206' first='Nikel' last='Lewis'] displays very good speed and good post-snap vision. He is patient in following blockers and can quickly read first-level defenders and locate the running lane. He showcases a multi-cut ability with an impressive burst to break away from the first and second levels after making the first initial cut. He officially earned his first offer from Arkansas-Monticello on September 20th, 2024.   Offer List: Arkansas-Monticello   Note – 3.5 GPA / 4.43 40   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/IManmeeze/status/1837334499627065595 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1149151' first='Azayvonne' last='Stribling'] displays good read-and-react ability, quickly breaking on the ball with a good change of direction and burst to force a PBU or INT. His instincts and awareness stand out within the secondary. He earned another offer from Central Methodist on September 21st, 2024.   Offer List: Arkansas Baptist & Central Methodist   Note – 4.5 40   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/zaystribling/status/1837649458676330931 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1265348' first='Nick' last='Carter'] displays good initial quickness off the snap. He demonstrates solid foot quickness, pad level, and hand placement when engaging, creating leverage, and driving the DL to create a running lane. Carter officially received his first offer from Central Methodist on September 21st, 2024.   Offer List: Central Methodist   Note – 3.0 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/NixkCarter2025/status/1837644276861116689 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='507120' first='Zion' last='Smith'] displays good read-and-react ability, complemented by a quick initial step to engage effectively downhill. Good feel in zone coverage, keeping things underneath while making a play on the ball and forcing a PBU. Smith earned another offer from Central Methodist on September 21st, 2024.   Offer List: Vermilion & Central Methodist   Note: Multi-Position Athlete   <a href="https://twitter.com/ZIONSMITH_21/status/1837670033905901651">https://twitter.com/ZIONSMITH_21/status/1837670033905901651</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='1474702' first='Desmond' last='Higgins Jr.'] is a riser with good athletic ability due to good foot speed, lateral agility, solid COD and balance. Sold read and react ability, putting himself in a position to make a play on the ball. Higgins Jr. received his first offer from Central Methodist on September 21st, 2024.   Offer List: Central Methodist   Note - 4.6 40   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DesmondHiggins5/status/1837668809806639612 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1285665' first='Ian' last='Streeter'] displays solid athleticism while playing sideline-to-sideline. He's physical at the POA, securing tackles in space with solid read and react ability. He also plays wide receiver, showcasing smooth route running, good body control, and strong hands. Streeter officially received his first offer from Central Methodist on September 21st, 2024.   Offer List: Central Methodist   Note - 3.3 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/6iands/status/1837583249649922364 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1220869' first='Julius' last='Stribling'] showcases good power, quickness, and athleticism off the line of scrimmage. He displays good hand placement and timing to create leverage and beat his man inside or off the EDGE, making a play at the LOS or in the backfield. He received his first offer from Central Methodist on September 21st, 2024.   Offer List: Central Methodist   Note – 4.55 40   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/iam_jstribling/status/1837672489616314817 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1474710' first='Omarion' last='Hunter'] is a versatile and athletic prospect with experience as a defensive back and running back. He has good foot speed, quickness, lateral agility, balance and burst. A solid read and react ability. Hunter officially received his first offer from Central Methodist on September 21st, 2024.   Offer List: Central Methodist   Note - Multi Position Athlete   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/OmarionHunter_1/status/1837691407970025480 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='580976' first='Chauncey' last='Haynes'] displays a good sideline-to-sideline motor and the capacity to tackle in space due to his good angles and physicality. He also has good read-and-react ability and solid ball-tracking skills. As a boundary and slot corner, he impressively stays inside the hip pocket through breaks with his good change of direction and smooth transitions. He earned another offer from Central Methodist on September 22nd, 2024.   Offer List: Central Methodist, Henderson State & Ouachita Baptist   Note – 3.2 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/chaundo2/status/1837966436238545233 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1339312' first='TJ' last='Brown'] is a north and south physical runner with good power, speed, and athletic ability. Good post-snap to read defensive fronts and patience to follow blockers on the outside and burst upfield. Multi-cut ability due to good change of direction, lateral agility, burst, and vision to locate an opening backside or play side. He officially received his first offer from Vermilion on September 18th, 2024.   Offer List: Vermilion   Note – 3.8 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TjBrown2026/status/1836422723666387015 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1474717' first='Jerrymiah' last='Hudgens'] displays solid initial quickness in both pass sets and run blocking. Solid pad level and UOH to create leverage and displace defenders with active feet. His lower body strength and power allow him to drive defenders out of gaps. Solid anchor due to solid lower and upper body strength with good balance to control the opposition. He received his first and second offers from Lyon on September 18th and Vermilion on September 19th, 2024.   Offer List: Lyon & Vermilion   Note - 3.2 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JerrymiahHudge1/status/1836888031950766320 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1474719' first='Elias' last='Noble'] showcases good athletic ability due to good foot speed, lateral agility, acceleration, and balance. He is a smooth route runner who can become a vertical threat and stretch the field. Noble received his first offer from Central Methodist on September 21st, 2024.   Offer List: Central Methodist   Note - 4.52 40   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/NobleElias5547/status/1837648388768108713 </div></figure>

In this report, we recap the recent recruiting around the natural state in the past week as we continue to provide news and updates about offers and commitments for many talented prospects in Arkansas.