Future Shock: November Edition

Each month, Prep Redzone Arkansas examines underclassmen who have exploded onto the scene this season. In this article, we will highlight several 2028 and 2029 prospects to watch out for in the Natural State over the next few years. The 2028 and 2029 classes are preparing to take center stage, and this is an opportunity to get to know several prospects in the classes.   [player_tooltip player_id='1189713' first='Preston' last='Strong']-Athlete-Little Rock Parkview-6'0” 191-Pounds-2028   [player_tooltip player_id='1189713' first='Preston' last='Strong'] is a versatile prospect with the ability to play multiple positions for the Patriots. He possesses impressive speed, which allows him to get sideline to sideline. Strong reads the play well and puts himself in a position to make the tackle. He can drop back into pass coverage effectively or move up to pressure the opposing quarterback on the pass rush. Strong is a player with a bright future and one with the potential to light up opposing offensives in the future.   Kaleb Reynolds-Safety-Cabot-5'11” 135-Pounds-2029   The Cabot coaching staff always does a tremendous staff of producing talented prospects each season. Kaleb Reynolds has the versatility needed to play all over the secondary for the Panthers. He has the quickness to give opposing wide receivers trouble when it comes to catching the football. During the 2024 season, Reynolds had 47 tackles, batted away 12 passes from opposing wide receivers, forced two fumbles, and had one sack on the season. Reynolds is a prospect to watch out for over the next few seasons.   [player_tooltip player_id='1155564' first='Antavion' last='Gaines']-Running Back-Searcy-5'11” 145-Pounds-2028   [player_tooltip player_id='1155564' first='Antavion' last='Gaines'] has had no problem opening eyes this season. He is a running back who possesses good vision. Gaines finds the rushing lanes quickly and does a great job of picking out which lane to rush through. He is a running back that can rush between the tackles or cut the run down the sideline. Gaines has the ability to light up opposing defenses in the future and is a player to watch out for over the next few years.   [player_tooltip player_id='931190' first='Elijah' last='Robertson']-Quarterback-Little Rock Christian-5'11” 169-Pounds-2028   The Little Rock Christian Warriors have a knack for producing talented signal callers. Robertson has the ability to hurt opposing defenses in a variety of ways. Robertson is capable of picking apart a defense with his arm or his legs. Over the course of the 2024 season, Robertson was 96 of 120 for 1,770 yards, 22 touchdowns, and only three interceptions. Meanwhile, he rushed for 882 yards and 10 touchdowns. He is a player to watch out for over the next few years for Little Rock Christian.   [player_tooltip player_id='854260' first='Braxton' last='Canada']-Wide Receiver-Greenwood-6'0” 160-Pounds-2028   Greenwood produces an impressive number of talented prospects each season. [player_tooltip player_id='854260' first='Braxton' last='Canada'] is a dynamic route runner who uses his speed to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He does a tremendous job of being able to high-point the football and is a playmaker for the Bulldogs. Canada has the versatility to play a number of positions for the Bulldogs over the next few years. He is a player to watch out for over the next few years.

Each month, Prep Redzone Arkansas examines underclassmen who have exploded onto the scene this season. In this article, we will highlight several 2028 and 2029 prospects to watch out for in the Natural State over the next few years. The 2028 and 2029 classes are preparing to take center stage, and this is an opportunity to get to know several prospects in the classes.