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ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: Linebacker Breakdown

ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: Linebacker Breakdown
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards June 21, 2025 @ 10:08 AM
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Kamron Bedford
Kamron Bedford 6'1" | 170 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Reagan Choate
Reagan Choate 6'1" | 210 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Alexander Pitts
Alexander Pitts 5'11" | 175 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Mikey Parker
Mikey Parker 6'1" | 210 lbs | LB/RB/RB | 2028
AR
Kaedon Poole
Kaedon Poole 6'1" | 205 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Bryer Hackler
Bryer Hackler 6'0" | 206 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Blake Moody
Blake Moody 6'2" | 200 lbs | LB/TE | 2028
AR
Marlo Jones Jr
Marlo Jones Jr 5'9" | 160 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Kalen Summons
Kalen Summons 6'0" | 230 lbs | LB/DL | 2028
AR
Preston Strong
Preston Strong 6'1" | 225 lbs | LB | 2028
AR
Brandon Johnson
Brandon Johnson 6'1" | 215 lbs | 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 linebackers with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the linebackers, 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":"2496","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68561ca4b5ee3"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1602651"],"_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-68561ca4b78dd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1602651' first='Reagan' last='Choate'] continues to rise up the rankings, and you can expect him to be one of the top prospects in his class by his senior season. He's a high-motor linebacker who can cover the entire field. Choate has a quick first step and good read-and-react ability to attack downhill against the run. He utilizes good angles and physicality at the POA. He can stack and shed blocks to make plays to the LOS. He displays solid COD, balance, foot quickness, and football IQ in zone coverage. 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 – 3.3 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ReaganChoate/status/1879364424106127440","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/ReaganChoate/status/1879364424106127440 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1593595"],"_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-68561ca4b7941"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1593595' first='Mikey' last='Parker'] is a potential breakout candidate for the upcoming 2025 season. He plays with a solid motor, demonstrating his ability to cover the field from sideline to sideline. Parker utilizes solid angles in pursuit of the ball carrier. </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:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/mikeytp5/status/1914820130028089469","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/mikeytp5/status/1914820130028089469 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1400684"],"_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-68561ca4b7995"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1400684' first='Kaedon' last='Poole'] lands at number 14 for the position. He can play off-ball or off the edge, utilizing his physicality and quickness to make a play on the football. Overall, Poole plays with a high motor and play strength. Keep an eye on him this summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 4.75 40</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/poole2official/status/1935054669237113056","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/poole2official/status/1935054669237113056 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1691357"],"_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-68561ca4b79e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1691357' first='Kamron' last='Bedford'] is ranked number 23 in his first-ever ranking. He is a highly athletic prospect with the potential for significant growth over the next few seasons. He possesses solid foot speed and physicality at the point of attack, allowing him to navigate through gaps effectively. Bedford can stack and shed blockers or chase down ball carriers from sideline to sideline. He is definitely a prospect to keep an eye on throughout 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.7 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/kampaso85438/status/1901966118920589465","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/kampaso85438/status/1901966118920589465 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1596876"],"_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-68561ca4b7a2e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1596876' first='Alexander' last='Pitts'] is another athletic linebacker with a background in basketball. He lands at number 25 for his first-ever ranking. He utilizes his athletic ability to cover the entire field and stick with the opposition in pass coverage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/alexpitts2028/status/1935874971072684140","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/alexpitts2028/status/1935874971072684140 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 LINEBACKERS:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1. [player_tooltip player_id='1338087' first='Blake' last='Moody'] (Nashville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2. [player_tooltip player_id='1354197' first='Bryer' last='Hackler'] (Greenwood)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3. [player_tooltip player_id='1185930' first='Brandon' last='Johnson'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>4. [player_tooltip player_id='1202917' first='Kalen' last='Summons'] (North Little Rock)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6. [player_tooltip player_id='1189713' first='Preston' last='Strong'] (Sylvan Hills)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7. [player_tooltip player_id='1331898' first='Marlo' last='Jones Jr'] (North Little Rock)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

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

Reagan Choate

Reagan Choate

AR
LB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 210
POS LB
CLASS 2028
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Reagan
Choate LB
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
210
HS
Conway
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AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: Linebacker Breakdown
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Reagan Choate

State: Arkansas
School: Conway
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Mikey Parker

Mikey Parker

AR
LB/RB/RB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 210
POS LB/RB/RB
CLASS 2028
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Mikey
Parker LB/RB/RB
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
210
HS
Lake Hamilton
|
AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: Linebacker Breakdown
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Mikey Parker

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State: Arkansas
School: Lake Hamilton
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Kaedon Poole

Kaedon Poole

AR
LB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 205
POS LB
CLASS 2028
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Kaedon
Poole LB
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
205
HS
Pine Bluff
|
AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: Linebacker Breakdown
Kaedon Poole lands at number 14 for the position. He can play off-ball or off the edge, utilizing...
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Kaedon Poole

State: Arkansas
School: Pine Bluff
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Kamron Bedford

Kamron Bedford

AR
LB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 170
POS LB
CLASS 2028
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Kamron
Bedford LB
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
170
HS
Hot Springs
|
AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: Linebacker Breakdown
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School: Hot Springs
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Alexander Pitts

Alexander Pitts

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LB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 175
POS LB
CLASS 2028
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Alexander
Pitts LB
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
Weight
175
HS
Drew Central
|
AR
ARKANSAS 2028 RANKINGS UPDATE: Linebacker Breakdown
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School: Drew Central
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