2027 Rankings Update: Wide Receivers Breakdown

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2027 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2027 wide receivers with analysis. Over the next few weeks, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the wide receivers, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2027","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2410","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-676ae8cae04e5"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["777109"],"_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-676ae8cae1d77"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='777109' first='Pierre' last='Pickens'] is poised to be a top wide receiver prospect by his senior season, currently ranking second on our board. He is a dynamic playmaker on the field, showcasing good foot speed. His good foot quickness, balance, and acceleration enable him to quickly release off the line of scrimmage, creating immediate separation from defenders over the top. He excels at creating separation during breaks due to his good footwork, body control, change of direction, and burst.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pickens is an instant field stretcher as he poses a threat in both short and intermediate ranges, as well as when breaking into deep routes. Additionally, he demonstrates good hand-eye coordination and maintains good body control during contested catches or jump balls.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.6 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/Mann_pierreP">https://x.com/Mann_pierreP</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["926298"],"_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-676ae8cae1dc7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='926298' first='Kalin' last='Hendrix'] is a receiver prospect to watch, as he has the potential to make an impressive leap in 2025. He is known for his speed and exceptional ability to run after the catch. With strong hands and good COD, he consistently creates separation off breaks and can win against contest. Hendrix poses a genuine threat as a wide receiver at all three levels of the field.</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/KalinHendrix_">https://x.com/KalinHendrix_</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1158062"],"_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-676ae8cae1e26"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1158062' first='Josiah' last='Steen'] is a rising prospect who recently received an offer from Arkansas. He showcases a good release, due to his good acceleration and foot quickness. Steen is an exceptional vertical threat, capable of drawing attention and creating opportunities across the field. He is a smooth route runner with solid breaks at the stem, allowing him to create separation from defenders. Additionally, he possesses strong hands, enabling him to battle through contests and quickly advance upfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Offer List: Arkansas</em></strong></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/SteenJosiah">https://x.com/SteenJosiah</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1265768"],"_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-676ae8cae1e73"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1265768' first='Jamarius' last='Jackson'] is ranked number 13 on our board. He demonstrates good acceleration off the line of scrimmage, quickly eating up space and blowing past defenders vertically with good foot speed. Jackson has good hand-eye coordination and body control, allowing him to adjust mid-route and catch passes away from his body with strong hands. He is capable of winning one-on-one battles for contested jump balls and making the catch. Jackson can play at both the X and Z positions as well as in the slot, making him a significant threat in the Red Zone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note – 3.9 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">X: <a href="https://x.com/WideoutJJ3">https://x.com/WideoutJJ3</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155397"],"_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-676ae8cae1eb6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1155397' first='Devin' last='Cortez Harris'] is a prospect to watch in 2025 as he lands at number 14 in the position. He is a lengthy wide receiver who can stretch the field, providing his quarterback with a larger window due to his good catch radius. Harris demonstrates the ability to create separation at his breaks due to his solid change of direction, balance, and burst.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/Devinharris2x">https://x.com/Devinharris2x</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 WIDE RECEIVERS:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1 - [player_tooltip player_id='228033' first='Tayshawn' last='Edwards'] (Warren)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 - [player_tooltip player_id='619674' first='Tyler' last='Galloway'] (Pulaski Academy)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>4 - [player_tooltip player_id='1509016' first='Kambrien' last='Blackmon'] (Conway)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5 - [player_tooltip player_id='1014077' first='Cameron' last='Quarrels Jr.'] (Maumelle)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6 - [player_tooltip player_id='1223179' first='Bryson' last='Thompson'] (Searcy)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7 - [player_tooltip player_id='1219884' first='Jakobe' last='Boone'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9 - [player_tooltip player_id='1227651' first='Bryson' last='Griffis'] (Benton)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10 - [player_tooltip player_id='1019789' first='Rylan' last='Fecht'] (Bentonville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12 - [player_tooltip player_id='1158057' first='Bryce' last='Gittens'] (Pulaski Academy)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->