Arkansas 5A Playoffs – Prospect Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2024 Arkansas High School Football playoffs begin this week. The path to the state championship is more challenging than ever. Here are five prospects to watch during the playoffs in 5A.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1367213"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6732c349c7e74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1367213' first='Tony' last='Noble'] is a young prospect with the potential to dominate his opponents throughout the playoffs. In his sophomore season, he has rushed 82 times for 507 yards, averaging 6.2 yards per carry, and has scored 5 touchdowns. Noble displays good post-snap vision to read first-level defenders and locate the running lane quickly, along with a very good burst to attack the hole. He has the patience behind the line of scrimmage to follow blockers. Multi-cut ability, with good acceleration and speed, to break away from the second level. Good change of direction and vision to locate cutback lanes quickly and create to get upfield. Good contact balance to break tackles with good leg drive and lower body strength. They face Valley View in the first round this week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Offer List: Missouri State &amp; Sam Houston State</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.5 40</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/tonyfromtk/status/1855420455512850680">https://x.com/tonyfromtk/status/1855420455512850680</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1351436"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6732c349c7f23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1351436' first='Wally' last='Wolcott'] has helped lead his team to an 8-2 record, completing 108 of 167 passes (65%), with 1,807 yards, 22 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions. He displays a strong arm with solid mechanics and footwork within the pocket. Wolcott is a good decision-maker capable of progressing through multiple reads. His strong arm can deliver the ball across all field levels with good ball placement and anticipation, setting up his receivers effectively. Lakeside faces Nettleton at home in the first round of the playoffs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.9 40</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/Walllywolcott9">https://x.com/Walllywolcott9</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1556130"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6732c349c7f8c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1556130' first='Jordan' last='Thomas'] is a significant offensive threat for Robinson. He has rushed 67 times for 496 yards (7.4 yards per carry) and scored 5 touchdowns. He is also a threat in the receiving game. Thomas displays solid vision pre- and post-snap, allowing him to identify running lanes and use his burst to break away from first-level defenders or outpace second-level defenders toward the boundary. He is elusive in open space, due to good lateral agility, foot speed, and change of direction.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 4.5 40</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/1j0rdan__">https://x.com/1j0rdan__</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1514709"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6732c349c7ff4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1514709' first='Dak' last='Crosby'] is one of the many dominant running backs for Little Rock Parkview. Parkview heads into the playoffs to face Wynne in round one. Crosby is a player to watch who may impact Friday's game. He displays solid post-snap vision to quickly read first-level defenders and locate the running lane. Crosby showcases good burst and acceleration when attacking through a gap and separating from the first and second levels. He uses good contact balance and leg drive to break through arm tackles and create extra yardage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - <a href="https://x.com/Dakcrosby22">https://x.com/Dakcrosby22</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["855568"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6732c349c809d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='855568' first='Tari' last='Ransom Jr']. looks to continue his impressive season at defensive back as they face Greenbrier in their first-round matchup. Ransom has 3 interceptions and 3 pass breakups this season, aiming to continue shutting down opposing wide receivers. He displays a sideline-to-sideline motor with good angles. Good read and react ability, breaking on the ball effectively at the catch point to force a PBU. Ransom plays aggressively and physically, demonstrating a strong sense of both man and zone coverage and the ability to change direction and lateral agility for smooth transitions, showcasing his fluidity. His open-field tackling is solid, marked by good awareness and angles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.2 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/RansomJr5">https://x.com/RansomJr5</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1556163,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/11/Gb874aQW4AAR3xg.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1556163" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Arkansas Activities Association</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->