Recruiting News and Notes

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Spring football, extra work in the lab, and recruiting news are dominating the football news this time of year. Recruiting is the one item that never seems to slow down, and we have plenty of recruiting news and notes to catch up on this week. Here are several prospects to keep an eye on throughout the recruiting process.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1669851' first='Samuel' last='Nelson']-Edge-Bryant-6'3” 220-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bryant Hornets always have talented prospects coming up through the ranks on the defensive side of the ball. [player_tooltip player_id='1669851' first='Samuel' last='Nelson'] is a player who comes off of the edge with impressive speed. He sheds blocks quickly and can disrupt the opponent's passing and rushing attacks. The work he has put in over the past few months has not gone unnoticed. Nelson earned a scholarship offer from Central Arkansas earlier in the week. He is a player to watch out for over the next couple of seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1173104' first='Carter' last='Wallace']-Running Back-Valley View-6'0” 204-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1173104' first='Carter' last='Wallace'] has impressive versatility for a talented Valley View team. From the running back spot, Wallace is a patient runner who can run with a good mix of power and quickness. He is rarely brought down on initial contact. Meanwhile, he is a player who has the ability to see playing time on the defensive side of the ball as well at the linebacker position. College coaches will get a chance to watch him up close at the SMU camp in Dallas in a few weeks. He is a player to watch out for over the next few seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='207186' first='Evan' last='Goodwin']-Offensive Line-Bauxite-6'7” 320-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='207186' first='Evan' last='Goodwin'] is one of the most sought-after recruits in the Natural State. Goodwin mixes explosiveness out of the stance with impressive power. He has a wrestling background and uses that ability well on the field. Goodwin redirects opposing defenders away from the quarterback with ease. Meanwhile, he plays with a chip on his shoulder. Goodwin had a great official visit to Oklahoma State a few days ago and he is a player to watch as he gets closer to deciding on where he will attend college.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='955836' first='Griffin' last='Mason']-Running Back-Shiloh Christian-5'10” 185-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='955836' first='Griffin' last='Mason'] will line up all over the field for the Shiloh Christian Saints during the course of the season. Mason is the type of running back who has no problem grinding out the yardage on the ground. Meanwhile, Mason is a threat in the passing game. He is able to create separation on a consistent basis and haul in difficult receptions. Mason had the opportunity to visit Harding University and afterwards committed to Harding. He is a prospect to watch out for this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1163928' first='Hakim' last='Frampton']-Athlete-Joe T. Robinson-5'11” 160-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1163928' first='Hakim' last='Frampton'] is one of the most dynamic athletes in the state of Arkansas. He has the versatility to excel at multiple positions. Frampton is dangerous as a wide receiver as well as a cornerback, lurking in the defensive secondary. Earlier in the week, Frampton earned a scholarship offer from the UCLA Bruins earlier in the week. He is a major target to watch out for over the next couple of seasons for the Senators.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->