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C/O 2026 Pre-Season ALL-STATE Team

C/O 2026 Pre-Season ALL-STATE Team
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards August 17, 2025 @ 10:16 AM
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Matthew Nelson
Matthew Nelson 6'5" | 215 lbs | EDGE | 2026
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Quintin Roy
Quintin Roy 6'5" | 210 lbs | TE/WR | 2026
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Wesley Tapp
Wesley Tapp 6'5" | 220 lbs | QB | 2026
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Champ Davis
Champ Davis 5'11" | 180 lbs | ATH | 2026
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Danny Beale
Danny Beale 6'4" | 300 lbs | DL | 2026
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Jakore Smith
Jakore Smith 6'1" | 195 lbs | LB | 2026
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TJ Hodges
TJ Hodges 6'1" | 190 lbs | RB | 2026
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Rico Ward
Rico Ward 5'9" | 180 lbs | RB/ATH | 2026
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Noah Wendel
Noah Wendel 6'2" | 230 lbs | EDGE | 2026
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Tucker Young
Tucker Young 6'5" | 300 lbs | OL | 2026
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Brody Jones
Brody Jones 6'3" | 180 lbs | ATH | 2026
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Kyndrick Williams
Kyndrick Williams 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB | 2026
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Anthony Kennedy
Anthony Kennedy 6'6" | 280 lbs | DL | 2026
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Nikel Lewis
Nikel Lewis 5'9" | 200 lbs | RB | 2026
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Kamauri Austin
Kamauri Austin 6'4" | 185 lbs | WR | 2026
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Catavion Taylor
Catavion Taylor 6'2" | 180 lbs | WR | 2026
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Cody Taylor
Cody Taylor 6'3" | 310 lbs | OL | 2026
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Braxton Lindsey
Braxton Lindsey 6'3" | 220 lbs | LB | 2026
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Evan Goodwin
Evan Goodwin 6'7" | 320 lbs | OL | 2026
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Kane Archer
Kane Archer 6'1" | 210 lbs | QB | 2026
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are excited to present the 20 esteemed members of our preseason All-State team for the Class of 2026. We expect these prospects to either continue their path of dominance or breakout in a major way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1301127"],"_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-68a1f242639b1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1301127' first='Wesley' last='Tapp'] is an Arkansas quarterback who has not been talked about often this off-season. His talent, skill set, and leadership abilities are remarkable. He displays a quick release, a strong arm, and good velocity. His velocity allows him to fit the ball into tight windows. He has solid pre-snap vision, allowing him to read and dissect defenses post-snap. He anticipates windows with good ball placement at all levels of the field, leading his receivers over the top or on breaks. Tapp is going to breakout in a major way in 2025.</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/wesley_tapp1/status/1934613860423545299","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/wesley_tapp1/status/1934613860423545299 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155131"],"_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-68a1f24263a43"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1155131' first='TJ' last='Hodges'] is the top remaining, uncommitted prospect in the state of Arkansas. He'll be playing at the P4 level. Hodges can exploit openings with a good burst of speed that helps him separate from defenders at the first level. He showcases good foot quickness, lateral quickness, and COD. This enables him to navigate through gaps effectively and make decisive cuts in the backfield or evade defenders in space. He maintains good contact balance and can withstand contact, using active feet and leg drive to power through tackles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/TerryHodgesJr1/status/1952375251071046097","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TerryHodgesJr1/status/1952375251071046097 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["283584"],"_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-68a1f24263ab9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='283584' first='Braxton' last='Lindsey'], the BYU commit possesses a sideline-to-sideline motor. He can play off-ball linebacker, off the edge, and occasionally at safety. Off the edge, he showcases a good upfield burst, use of hands, and pad level to shed blockers. His quickness allows him to pressure and beat offensive tackles effectively. He will chase down ball carriers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BraxtonTrev/status/1943316743901815174","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/BraxtonTrev/status/1943316743901815174 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["466187"],"_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-68a1f24263b07"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='466187' first='Kyndrick' last='Williams'] continues to be one of the most underrated defensive backs in the nation. He is fluid and athletic with physicality, good footwork, transition ability, and attentiveness at the point of the catch. Williams displays good read-and-react ability. He can change direction quickly due to his good fluidity. His burst allows him to break on the ball against the run and make tackles in space. He's a prospect to watch throughout 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/KyndrickW/status/1955437128281968942","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/KyndrickW/status/1955437128281968942 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1241685"],"_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-68a1f24263b50"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1241685' first='Champ' last='Davis'] is another top uncommitted prospect in Arkansas. As a wide receiver, he displays a quick release against Man Coverage due to good foot quickness coupled with acceleration and balance, allowing him to eat up space quickly. He can quickly create separation over the top, showcasing a remarkable stop-and-go capability that causes defenders to commit. His ability to separate on breaks is due to good COD , body control, balance, and burst. He has strong hands, good hand-eye coordination, ball tracking, and body control, enabling him to catch the ball from his frame and secure catches in the contest. Davis can also adjust mid-route to snag passes that are behind or too high, high-pointing the football. At running back, he displays good post-snap vision and patience, reading first-level defenders and locating running lanes, bursting through gaps with good burst. His good contact balance, leg drive, and pad level enable him to break tackles consistently. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.3 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/iamchampdavis/status/1955472371995037795","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/iamchampdavis/status/1955472371995037795 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">MORE 2026 PRESEASON ALL-STATE TEAM MEMBERS:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>QB [player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer'] (Greenwood)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>RB [player_tooltip player_id='401206' first='Nikel' last='Lewis'] (Hamburg)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>RB [player_tooltip player_id='1142032' first='Rico' last='Ward'] (Marion)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WR [player_tooltip player_id='401196' first='Kamauri' last='Austin'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WR [player_tooltip player_id='401183' first='Catavion' last='Taylor'] (Fayetteville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>TE [player_tooltip player_id='1517922' first='Quintin' last='Roy'] (Pine Bluff)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL [player_tooltip player_id='207186' first='Evan' last='Goodwin'] (Bauxite)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL [player_tooltip player_id='364854' first='Cody' last='Taylor'] (Greenwood)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>OL [player_tooltip player_id='918048' first='Tucker' last='Young'] (Lakeside)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DL [player_tooltip player_id='413517' first='Anthony' last='Kennedy'] (Little Rock Central)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DL [player_tooltip player_id='1216596' first='Danny' last='Beale'] (Cross County)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>EDGE [player_tooltip player_id='1134117' first='Noah' last='Wendel'] (Jonesboro)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>EDGE [player_tooltip player_id='1554630' first='Matthew' last='Nelson'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LB [player_tooltip player_id='1195384' first='Jakore' last='Smith'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>ATH [player_tooltip player_id='824762' first='Brody' last='Jones'] (Fayetteville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

We are excited to present the 20 esteemed members of our preseason All-State team for the Class of 2026. We expect these prospects to either continue their path of dominance or breakout in a major way.

Wesley Tapp

Wesley Tapp

AR
QB
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 220
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Conway
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C/O 2026 Pre-Season ALL-STATE Team
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TJ Hodges

TJ Hodges

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RB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 190
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CLASS 2026
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TJ
Hodges RB
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2026
Height
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Weight
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HS
Bryant
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C/O 2026 Pre-Season ALL-STATE Team
TJ Hodges is the top remaining, uncommitted prospect in the state of Arkansas. He’ll be playing at the...
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Braxton Lindsey

Braxton Lindsey

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LB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 220
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Lindsey LB
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2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
220
HS
Rogers
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C/O 2026 Pre-Season ALL-STATE Team
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Kyndrick Williams

Kyndrick Williams

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DB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 185
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CLASS 2026
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Williams DB
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2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
185
HS
Fayetteville
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C/O 2026 Pre-Season ALL-STATE Team
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Champ Davis

Champ Davis

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ATH
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 180
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2026
Height
5'11"
Weight
180
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Greenwood
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