Arkansas HSFB 7A/6A Semifinals – Prospects to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It is the semifinal week for Class 7A and 6A 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":[1554630],"_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-6745f8cc42139"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1567213' first='Matthew' last='Nelson'] is a lengthy and athletic EDGE rusher who can contain the outside. He plays sideline-to-sideline, showcasing his relentless motor. Nelson displays a good upfield burst, often creating pressure into the pocket. His length, hand placement, and counter moves allow him to create good leverage, shed blocks quickly, and make plays at the line of scrimmage or in the backfield. They face Pulaski Academy this week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/ykitsmatthew">https://x.com/ykitsmatthew</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1567222"],"_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-6745f8cc421c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1567222' first='Mason' last='Greathouse'] is one of the under-the-radar prospects who also dominates in other sports like baseball. Greathouse is a fluent route runner and a reliable target at all levels of the field. He displays good hand-eye coordination, strong hands, and body control to adjust mid-route and catch vs. contest. They face Bryant this week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/MasnGreathouse">https://x.com/MasnGreathouse</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1567232"],"_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-6745f8cc42246"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1567232' first='Thomas' last='Goodman'] displays good initial quickness off the snap, allowing him to create inside leverage quickly and displace defenders due to good hand placement, lower body strength, and active feet. In pass protection, Goodman showcases a strong anchor due to his lower body strength, good balance, and bend. They face Conway this week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Experience at OG/C</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/ThomasGoodman63">https://x.com/ThomasGoodman63</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1322367"],"_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-6745f8cc422c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1322367' first='Eddy' last='Castelo'] explodes off the line of scrimmage with good upfield burst, pad level, and lower-body power to drive the OL back into the backfield and disrupt the play. Castelo displays solid hand placement and awareness to quickly shed and make plays at the LOS and in the backfield. His motor and ability to pressure the pocket is impressive, consistently causing havoc on the quarterback. They face Mountain Home this week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["203768"],"_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-6745f8cc4233a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='203768' first='Drew' last='Davis'] displays good pocket mobility and post-snap awareness of incoming pressure while showcasing his ability to keep his eyes downfield and deliver the ball accurately and with poise. Davis is a quick processor, progressing through his reads and making the correct decision. He delivers the ball with good velocity and touch at all levels as he generates torque through the hips, allowing him to layer over second-level defenders. Good ball placement at all levels of the field with good anticipation to lead his receivers. They face Shiloh Christian this week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Offers: Marshall &amp; North Alabama</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/DrewDavis2026">https://x.com/DrewDavis2026</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->