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1-4A: Teams Breakout Candidate

1-4A: Teams Breakout Candidate
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards August 6, 2025 @ 11:02 AM
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Talon Eaton
Talon Eaton 6'4" | 305 lbs | OL | 2026
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Ryne Stone
Ryne Stone 5'11" | 165 lbs | QB | 2026
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Easton Elliott
Easton Elliott 6'3" | 260 lbs | OL | 2027
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Brody Bohannon
Brody Bohannon 5'11" | 160 lbs | K/WR | 2027
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Gabe Hernandez
Gabe Hernandez 6'2" | 215 lbs | LB | 2026
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Carson Rico
Carson Rico 5'10" | 150 lbs | DB | 2026
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Aidan Eller
Aidan Eller 5'9" | 265 lbs | DL | 2026
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Connor Reed
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arkansas high school football will start in a few weeks. This report will cover the potential breakout candidates for each team in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Elkins:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1682998"],"_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-68937bb5eca6d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1682998' first='Carson' last='Rico'] is a breakout candidate to watch in 2025. He uses his athletic ability and awareness to play the ball efficiently. Rico shows solid read and react ability in his backpedal, allowing him to transition effectively and burst off breaks to undercut passes or arrive at the catch point.</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/CarsonRico15/status/1944549157244428789","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/CarsonRico15/status/1944549157244428789 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gravette:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1760778"],"_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-68937bb5ecad5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1760778' first='Brody' last='Bohannon'] is a rising kicker nationally. He was a Kohl's All-American Honorable mention. He's a four-star kicker and a 4.5-star punter. Bohannon is accurate and consistent. He does have experience at wide receiver. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BrodyT_Bohannon/status/1893845419613954500","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/BrodyT_Bohannon/status/1893845419613954500 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prairie Grove:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1548663"],"_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-68937bb5ecb24"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1548663' first='Connor' last='Reed'] possesses the size you want on the defensive line at the next level. He displays solid upfield burst, beating the OL inside. Reed has the lateral quickness to sidestep and make plays at the line of scrimmage. He utilizes good hand placement, pad level, and lower body strength, allowing him to be stout and create traffic. </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/Connor_Reed75/status/1947515003155759286","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/Connor_Reed75/status/1947515003155759286 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gentry:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1553869"],"_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-68937bb5ecb6f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1553869' first='Aidan' last='Eller'] is a prospect to watch throughout 2025. He is a stout nose guard who can also play in the 1-3 technique. He displays solid pad level, good lower body strength, and active feet, allowing him to effectively bullrush the interior and create pressure. He plays with a high motor and good play strength.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 585 Squat</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ADog5626","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/ADog5626 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lincoln:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1717952"],"_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-68937bb5ecbb7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1717952' first='Gabe' last='Hernandez'] is a potential breakout linebacker in 2025. He plays with a sideline-to-sideline motor. Hernandez utilizes solid angles and foot quickness when pursuing the ball carrier. He can fill running lanes and stick in zone coverage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - No social Media Found</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Berryville:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1760781"],"_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-68937bb5ecbfb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1760781' first='Easton' last='Elliott'] displays solid initial quickness in his base blocks and jump sets in pass protection. Elliott has a strong anchor due to solid lower body strength, pad level, and hand placement to control. Keep an eye on him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ElliottEaston68/status/1795952476392177898","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/ElliottEaston68/status/1795952476392177898 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Green Forest:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1760782"],"_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-68937bb5ecc3f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1760782' first='Ryne' last='Stone'] is a dual-threat quarterback who can hurt you through the air and on the ground. He takes over as the starting quarterback this season. Stone showcases solid ball placement at the short to intermediate levels of the field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - No Social Media Found</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Huntsville:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1760783"],"_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-68937bb5ecc7e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1760783' first='Talon' last='Eaton'] is a physical offensive lineman who is expected to take another leap in 2025. He displays solid initial quickness off the snap. He can drive and displace on base blocks to create running lanes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/TalonEaton51/status/1947739183641969004","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/TalonEaton51/status/1947739183641969004 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Arkansas high school football will start in a few weeks. This report will cover the potential breakout candidates for each team in 2025.

Carson Rico

Carson Rico

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DB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 150
POS DB
CLASS 2026
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Rico DB
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Height
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Weight
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HS
Elkins
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State: Arkansas
School: Elkins
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Brody Bohannon

Brody Bohannon

HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 160
POS K/WR
CLASS 2027
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Brody
Bohannon K/WR
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
Weight
160
HS
Gravette
|
AR
1-4A: Teams Breakout Candidate
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State: Arkansas
School: Gravette
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Connor Reed

Connor Reed

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DL/OL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 300
POS DL/OL
CLASS 2026
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Reed DL/OL
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
300
HS
Prairie Grove
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Aidan Eller

Aidan Eller

AR
DL
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 265
POS DL
CLASS 2026
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Aidan
Eller DL
Class
2026
Height
5'9"
Weight
265
HS
Gentry
|
AR
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Gabe Hernandez

Gabe Hernandez

HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 215
POS LB
CLASS 2026
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Gabe
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Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
215
HS
Lincoln
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AR
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State: Arkansas
School: Lincoln
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Easton Elliott

Easton Elliott

HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 260
POS OL
CLASS 2027
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Easton
Elliott OL
Class
2027
Height
6'3"
Weight
260
HS
Berryville
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AR
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State: Arkansas
School: Berryville
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Ryne Stone

Ryne Stone

HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 165
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Ryne
Stone QB
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
Weight
165
HS
Green Forest
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AR
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State: Arkansas
School: Green Forest
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Talon Eaton

Talon Eaton

HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 305
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Eaton OL
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
305
HS
Huntsville
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AR
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