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ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: EDGE Rusher Breakdown

ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: EDGE Rusher Breakdown
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards June 20, 2025 @ 10:51 AM
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Quincy Barnes
Quincy Barnes 5'10" | 190 lbs | EDGE | 2028
AR
Christopher Oliver
Christopher Oliver 5'10" | 175 lbs | EDGE/LB | 2028
AR
Elijah Branch
Elijah Branch 6'2" | 220 lbs | EDGE/DL | 2028
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Bennett Moseley
Bennett Moseley 6'3" | 240 lbs | EDGE/DL | 2028
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Drake Woodard
Drake Woodard 6'4" | 224 lbs | EDGE/OL | 2028
AR
Hudson McDaniel
Hudson McDaniel 5'11" | 185 lbs | EDGE/LB | 2028
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2028 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2028 edge rusher with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the edge rusher, 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":"2028","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"5926","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-685583088dccc"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1227672"],"_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-685583089042f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1227672' first='Bennett' last='Moseley'] continues to be the best edge rusher in the class. He continues to grow and develop with an impressive wingspan for his age. Moseley displays a good burst off the snap, using his foot quickness, hand placement, and pad level to create leverage and drive the OL back into the backfield. This generates pressure on the quarterback or allows him to make plays against the run at the LOS. He's a high-motor prospect who plays with relentless effort, consistently chasing down ball carriers from sideline to sideline. Add him to your recruiting board. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.2 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/bennettmoseleyy/status/1866703065551626530","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/bennettmoseleyy/status/1866703065551626530 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1284687"],"_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-68558308904a8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1284687' first='Elijah' last='Branch'] also rose up our board for the summer rankings. Branch has been all over the country this off-season, competing at camps and developing his skillset. He displays a solid upfield burst off the LOS and is aware of both gap and zone runs. He possesses solid lower-body strength and power, enabling him to disrupt both the run and pass by driving back the offensive linemen to create pressure. Off the snap, he uses his hands to shed blockers and make plays in the backfield quickly. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.3 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ElijahABranch/status/1901628355746611544","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ElijahABranch/status/1901628355746611544 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1192047"],"_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-685583089052b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1192047' first='Drake' last='Woodard'] is another prospect who's been on the grind this off-season. We saw him at our combine in May. His impressive length allows him to quickly create inside leverage and shed blockers to make plays at the LOS. He also demonstrates solid quickness off the edge, which enables him to disrupt plays in the backfield and put pressure on the quarterback. He's a prospect to watch throughout 2025. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - No Social Media Found</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1592109"],"_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-68558308905a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1592109' first='Christopher' last='Oliver'] was our biggest riser at the position, landing at number 4 and 101 overall. Back in January at our showcase, he was one of the quickest off the edge. Oliver displays solid initial quickness off the snap, using effective UOH and a spin move to outmaneuver OL and penetrate the backfield. He's a potential breakout candidate for 2025. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi-Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/chris23435/status/1933210943363953097","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/chris23435/status/1933210943363953097 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1185661"],"_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-685583089062b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1185661' first='Hudson' last='McDaniel'] has the work ethic and quickness to be effective off the edge. He'll be a prospect to watch once he adds mass and continues to grow. He displays solid quickness and explosiveness off the EDGE. He shows solid foot quickness, pad level, and hand placement when engaging, allowing him to shed blocks quickly. His quickness enables him to execute a speed rush around the arc, pressuring the pocket or sacking the quarterback effectively. Keep an eye on him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi-Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/HudsonMcDaniel8/status/1932159197761909009","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/HudsonMcDaniel8/status/1932159197761909009 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1643615"],"_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-6855830890692"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1643615' first='Quincy' last='Barnes'] is another potential breakout candidate for 2025, landing at number 6. He is quick off the edge and demonstrates a solid motor while chasing down ball carriers from the backside. Barnes has the chance to develop and rise up our rankings this fall. </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:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/QuincyBarn48649/status/1901473295217697054","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/QuincyBarn48649/status/1901473295217697054 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2028 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2028 edge rusher with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the edge rusher, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:

Bennett Moseley

Bennett Moseley

AR
EDGE/DL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 240
POS EDGE/DL
CLASS 2028
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Bennett
Moseley EDGE/DL
Class
2028
Height
6'3"
Weight
240
HS
Conway
|
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ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: EDGE Rusher Breakdown
Bennett Moseley continues to be the best edge rusher in the class. He continues to grow and develop...
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State: Arkansas
School: Conway
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Elijah Branch

Elijah Branch

AR
EDGE/DL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 220
POS EDGE/DL
CLASS 2028
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Elijah
Branch EDGE/DL
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
220
HS
Conway
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AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: EDGE Rusher Breakdown
Elijah Branch also rose up our board for the summer rankings. Branch has been all over the country...
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School: Conway
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Drake Woodard

Drake Woodard

AR
EDGE/OL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 224
POS EDGE/OL
CLASS 2028
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Drake
Woodard EDGE/OL
Class
2028
Height
6'4"
Weight
224
HS
Benton
|
AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: EDGE Rusher Breakdown
Drake Woodard is another prospect who’s been on the grind this off-season. We saw him at our combine...
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State: Arkansas
School: Benton
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Christopher Oliver

Christopher Oliver

AR
EDGE/LB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 175
POS EDGE/LB
CLASS 2028
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Christopher
Oliver EDGE/LB
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
175
HS
Little Rock Mills
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AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: EDGE Rusher Breakdown
Christopher Oliver was our biggest riser at the position, landing at number 4 and 101 overall. Back in...
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School: Little Rock Mills
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Hudson McDaniel

Hudson McDaniel

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EDGE/LB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 185
POS EDGE/LB
CLASS 2028
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Hudson
McDaniel EDGE/LB
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
Weight
185
HS
Cabot
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AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: EDGE Rusher Breakdown
Hudson McDaniel has the work ethic and quickness to be effective off the edge. He’ll be a prospect...
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State: Arkansas
School: Cabot
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Quincy Barnes

Quincy Barnes

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EDGE
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 190
POS EDGE
CLASS 2028
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Quincy
Barnes EDGE
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
190
HS
Lake Hamilton
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AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: EDGE Rusher Breakdown
Quincy Barnes is another potential breakout candidate for 2025, landing at number 6. He is quick off the...
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School: Lake Hamilton
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