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2025 July Recruiting Update

2025 July Recruiting Update
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards July 30, 2025 @ 10:18 AM
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Ontarious Odom
Ontarious Odom 6'8" | 250 lbs | EDGE | 2026
AR
Joe Washington
Joe Washington 6'4" | 270 lbs | DL/EDGE | 2026
AR
Nathan Self
Nathan Self 6'5" | 300 lbs | OL | 2026
AR
Josiah Warrior-Benson
Josiah Warrior-Benson 6'4" | 195 lbs | WR | 2026
AR
Chris Ficklin
Chris Ficklin 5'10" | 180 lbs | RB | 2026
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we wrap up the month of July, we cover recent commits, offers, and visits. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1348331"],"_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-688a3313087d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1348331' first='Nathan' last='Self'] has officially received his first offer from Lyon College.</strong> I expect this to jump-start his offer sheet. Self is quick off the snap with good leverage and technique. He can drive and displace and showcases a strong anchor in pass protection. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – All-Conf in 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/NathanSelf68/status/1950300712531087753","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/NathanSelf68/status/1950300712531087753 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1561638"],"_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-688a3313088a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1561638' first='Joe' last='Washington'] has officially committed to Central Arkansas.</strong> He displays a good burst off the snap and uses his hands to read and shed blocks quickly. Washington consistently makes plays at the LOS and in the backfield. </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/Joewashington67/status/1950276419566653921","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/Joewashington67/status/1950276419566653921 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["227421"],"_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-688a331308974"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='227421' first='Chris' last='Ficklin'] has officially committed to Central Oklahoma</strong>. He can evade early penetration and attack the running lane quickly with good burst. Ficklin has the foot speed to outrun second-level defenders. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.4 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ChrisJFicklin/status/1950295955183718491","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/ChrisJFicklin/status/1950295955183718491 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1741838"],"_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-688a331308a3b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1741838' first='Ontarious' last='Odom'] has officially received an offer from Missouri Southern State. </strong>He moves in from Tennessee this off-season and should make an immediate impact off the edge. Odom displays good upfield burst off the snap and utilizes his length to shed quickly. He possesses multiple pass-rush moves to pressure the pocket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/_iamontarious/status/1950347388838703475","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/_iamontarious/status/1950347388838703475 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1158063"],"_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-688a37ca2f6c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1158063' first='Josiah' last='Warrior-Benson'] has officially committed to Central Arkansas.</strong> He displays strong hands and good hand-eye coordination to high point the football, adjust mid-route, and catch vs contest. His body stature, body control, and athleticism allow him to be a 1v1 jump ball and red zone threat. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JWarriorBenson7/status/1950310363549094100","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/JWarriorBenson7/status/1950310363549094100 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

As we wrap up the month of July, we cover recent commits, offers, and visits.

Nathan Self

Nathan Self

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OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 300
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Nathan
Self OL
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
Weight
300
HS
Baptist Prep
|
AR
2025 July Recruiting Update
Nathan Self has officially received his first offer from Lyon College. I expect this to jump-start his offer...
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Nathan Self

State: Arkansas
School: Baptist Prep
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Central Arkansas
Joe Washington

Joe Washington

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DL/EDGE
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 270
POS DL/EDGE
CLASS 2026
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Joe
Washington DL/EDGE
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
270
HS
Conway
|
AR
2025 July Recruiting Update
Joe Washington has officially committed to Central Arkansas. He displays a good burst off the snap and uses...
Written by Colton Edwards
Central Arkansas
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Joe Washington

State: Arkansas
School: Conway
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Central Oklahoma
Chris Ficklin

Chris Ficklin

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RB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 180
POS RB
CLASS 2026
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Chris
Ficklin RB
Class
2026
Height
5'10"
Weight
180
HS
Bentonville
|
AR
2025 July Recruiting Update
Chris Ficklin has officially committed to Central Oklahoma. He can evade early penetration and attack the running lane...
Written by Colton Edwards
Central Oklahoma
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Chris Ficklin

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State: Arkansas
School: Bentonville
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Ontarious Odom

Ontarious Odom

AR
EDGE
HEIGHT 6'8"
WEIGHT 250
POS EDGE
CLASS 2026
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Ontarious
Odom EDGE
Class
2026
Height
6'8"
Weight
250
HS
North Little Rock
|
AR
2025 July Recruiting Update
Ontarious Odom has officially received an offer from Missouri Southern State. He moves in from Tennessee this off-season...
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Ontarious Odom

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State: Arkansas
School: North Little Rock
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Central Arkansas
Josiah Warrior-Benson

Josiah Warrior-Benson

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WR
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 195
POS WR
CLASS 2026
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Josiah
Warrior-Benson WR
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
195
HS
Robinson
|
AR
2025 July Recruiting Update
Josiah Warrior-Benson has officially committed to Central Arkansas. He displays strong hands and good hand-eye coordination to high...
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Central Arkansas
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School: Robinson
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