Arkansas HSFB 5A/2A Semifinals – Prospects to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It is the semifinal week for Class 5A and 2A in Arkansas high school football. The path to the state championship becomes clearer but more challenging than ever. Here are five prospects to watch during the semifinals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1259439"],"_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-6746a67400b50"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1259439' first='Roman' last='Nye'] is one of the top targets in the Farmington offense. He will play a pivotal role against Lakeside on Friday night. Nye is a fluent route runner. He can create separation at breaks with his solid change of direction. His balance and burst contribute to this ability. He displays solid hand-eye coordination, strong hands, and body control to adjust mid-route and catch away from his frame. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 4.8 40</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/romannye10">https://x.com/romannye10</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1421351"],"_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-6746a67400bb2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1421351' first='Andrew' last='Jones'] displays a solid release due to good foot quickness, a solid burst, and balance. He's capable of creating separation off his breaks due to good COD and lateral agility, along with his burst. Jones has good hand-eye coordination, strong hands, and body control to adjust mid-route, catch vs. contest, or high-point the football. Whether he beats his man over the top or breaks over the middle, there's a window for the quarterback. Keep an eye on Jones as they face Little Rock Parkview. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Offer List: Eastern Kentucky, Murray State &amp; Southeastern</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/andrewjonesz1">https://x.com/andrewjonesz1</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1513344"],"_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-6746a67400bfa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1513344' first='Dominique' last='Grimes'] is one of many explosive prospects in Junction City. He's also a versatile prospect who plays and has experience as a running back, wide receiver, and defensive back. Grimes displays good post-snap vision, locating the running lane quickly and exploding through the hole with a good burst. He has good contact balance and leg drive to break tackles. He has strong hands and good hand-eye coordination with the ability to accelerate upfield post-catch. They face Conway Christian this week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.43 40</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/DGrimes3_">https://x.com/DGrimes3_</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1567728"],"_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-6746a67400c3c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1567728' first='Dee' last='Buchanan'] is a do-it-all running back with experience at linebacker. He displays solid post-snap vision to locate the running lane and attack it with good burst. He's tough to bring down due to good lower body strength, power and leg drive to break tackles. Buchanan can be a threat in the receiving game. He showcases good hands and can turn up field post-catch due to go change of direction and balance. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/d_antonie11">https://x.com/d_antonie11</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1247603"],"_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-6746a67400c79"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1247603' first='Micah' last='Johnson'] displays a good upfield burst off the line of scrimmage with good bend to beat the opposition. He also has good hand placement and hand strength to control the OL and read the backfield to make a play. Johnson has an impressive ability to contain the edge with power and awareness. He has a good motor as he demonstrates he can chase ball carriers down from behind. Johnson is flying under the radar as he's moved up my board this off-season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em><strong>Offer List: Arkansas Baptist &amp; Central Methodist</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/MicahDJ2025">https://x.com/MicahDJ2025</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->