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Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine

Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards October 26, 2025 @ 08:03 AM
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Austin Childers
Austin Childers 6'2" | 245 lbs | DL | 2028
AR
Eythan Cowden
Eythan Cowden 6'4" | 330 lbs | OL | 2027
AR
RJ Eaton Jr.
RJ Eaton Jr. 5'11" | 170 lbs | ATH | 2027
AR
Alexander Pitts
Alexander Pitts 5'11" | 175 lbs | LB/RB | 2028
AR
Dayveyon Rufus
Dayveyon Rufus 6'2" | 230 lbs | OL | 2027
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are through eight weeks with two remaining. These five prospects have shown significant growth over the course of the season and have improved substantially. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1893138"],"_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-68fd36325ddc9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1893138' first='Austin' last='Childers'], a young 2028 prospect, put himself on notice against Conway last week. He racked in nine tackles (four solo) while transitioning from the end to the interior. Childers is stout at the POA and quick when chasing down ball carriers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.6 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/AustinC2028/status/1982149055598727226","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/AustinC2028/status/1982149055598727226 </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-68fd36325de4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1596876' first='Alexander' last='Pitts'] continues to utilize his athletic ability at all phases. He racked up 10+ tackles with six solo last week. He also had two tackles for loss. Pitts showcases a sideline-to-sideline motor when pursuing the football. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 3.5 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/alexpitts2028/status/1982166967101341945","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/1982166967101341945 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1745397"],"_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-68fd36325deb0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1745397' first='Eythan' last='Cowden'] has been solid throughout the 2025 season. Cowden displays solid initial quickness in his base/combo blocks and can mirror in pass protection. He's strong and quick at the point of attack. He's a prospect to add to the recruiting board. </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/EythanCowden77/status/1945914656591172021","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/EythanCowden77/status/1945914656591172021 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1589485"],"_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-68fd36325df13"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1589485' first='Dayveyon' last='Rufus'] is another offensive linemen who continues to develop overtime. He displays solid initial quickness off the snap and effectively uses his hands and footwork to win at the POA. </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/DayveyonRu51292","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/DayveyonRu51292 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1657333"],"_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-68fd36325df73"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1657333' first='RJ' last='Eaton Jr.'] has continued his rise at the wide receiver spot. He's a smooth route runner who can stretch the defense vertically with his good foot speed. Eaton can find the soft spots in coverage while showcasing solid hand-eye coordination and body control to adjust mid-route. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.7 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/RJ_Eaton1/status/1975738893090889851","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/RJ_Eaton1/status/1975738893090889851 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

We are through eight weeks with two remaining. These five prospects have shown significant growth over the course of the season and have improved substantially.

Austin Childers

Austin Childers

AR #203
DL #13
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 245
POS DL
CLASS 2028
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Austin
Childers DL
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
245
HS
Pulaski Academy
|
AR
Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine
Austin Childers , a young 2028 prospect, put himself on notice against Conway last week. He racked in...
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Austin Childers

State: Arkansas
School: Pulaski Academy

Austin Childers Austin Childers 6'2" | 245 lbs | DL Pulaski Academy | 2028 State AR , a young 2028 prospect, put himself on notice against Conway last week. He racked in nine tackles (four solo) while transitioning from the end to the interior. Childers is stout at the POA and quick when chasing down ball carriers.

Note - 3.6 GPA

#50 game against conway

4 solo tackles
9 total tackles @Treyadams_ @barnhill_jerrod @AmuimuiaAllen @PrepRedzoneAR @ARPrepSports @alucas80 @tristan_harlen pic.twitter.com/V1tw9LXmUy

— Austin Childers (@AustinC2028) October 25, 2025
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Alexander Pitts

Alexander Pitts

AR
LB/RB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 175
POS LB/RB
CLASS 2028
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Alexander Pitts

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State: Arkansas
School: Drew Central

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Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine continues to utilize his athletic ability at all phases. He racked up 10+ tackles with six solo last week. He also had two tackles for loss. Pitts showcases a sideline-to-sideline motor when pursuing the football. Note…

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Arkansas State
Eythan Cowden

Eythan Cowden

AR #72
OL #12
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 330
POS OL
CLASS 2027
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Eythan
Cowden OL
Class
2027
Height
6'4"
Weight
330
HS
Sheridan
|
AR
Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine
Eythan Cowden has been solid throughout the 2025 season. Cowden displays solid initial quickness in his base/combo blocks...
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Eythan Cowden

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State: Arkansas
School: Sheridan

Eythan Cowden Eythan Cowden Eythan Cowden 6'4" | 330 lbs | OL Sheridan | 2027 State AR has been solid throughout the 2025 season. Cowden displays solid initial quickness in his base/combo blocks and can mirror in pass protection. He's strong and quick at the point of attack. He's a prospect to add to the recruiting board.

Note – Multi-Position Athlete

Lake Hamilton team camp 2025 Clips, Right tackle #77 pic.twitter.com/kUbELlyk1C

— Eythan Cowden (@EythanCowden77) July 17, 2025
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Dayveyon Rufus

Dayveyon Rufus

AR
OL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 230
POS OL
CLASS 2027
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Dayveyon Rufus

Twitter
State: Arkansas
School: Jacksonville

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Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine is another offensive linemen who continues to develop overtime. He displays solid initial quickness off the snap and effectively uses his hands and footwork to win at the POA. Note - Multi-Position Athlete https://twitter.com/DayveyonRu51292

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RJ Eaton Jr.

RJ Eaton Jr.

AR
ATH
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 170
POS ATH
CLASS 2027
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RJ Eaton Jr.

State: Arkansas
School: Central

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Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine Five Arkansas Prospects Continue to Develop and Shine has continued his rise at the wide receiver spot. He's a smooth route runner who can stretch the defense vertically with his good foot speed. Eaton can find the soft spots in coverage while showcasing…

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