Arkansas HSFB: 2025 Freshman All-State

<p>With the 2025 regular season complete for the freshmen of the Class of 2029, we take a look at their performance on film to identify who made an impact. Some of these players competed at the junior high level and will be advancing to the varsity level, while others have played at the varsity level throughout the season. Here are 20 freshmen to watch as they progress in their high school careers. <strong><em>These prospects have been named Freshman All-State by Prep Redzone Arkansas.</em></strong></p>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1251945' first='Bryson' last='Kennedy'], the top quarterback and prospect in his class, earns Freshman All-State. Kennedy is a highly recruited, P4 prospect who helped lead Little Rock Central to their best start in years. He showcases very good arm strength and velocity. Kennedy displays a quick and effortless release as he generates that velocity through his hips. He has good ball placement at all field levels. He has good pocket mobility and awareness. He evades pressure while keeping his eyes downfield to decide to throw or tuck and run.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi-Sport Athlete</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BrysonKenn85401/status/1980337641330704608 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1412262' first='Quinton' last='Sykes Jr'] continues to rise. Sykes is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. He's a touchdown magnet with good athletic ability. He displays a good and quick release and can eat up space quickly. He's a threat after the catch due to good COD, contact balance, and burst to get upfield. Sykes showcases good hand-eye coordination and ball tracking to adjust mid-route.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.7 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/QuintonSykesJr/status/1986645771307921869 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1609925' first='Caleb' last='Sullivan'] was extremely accurate and showcased his solid decision-making post-snap. He went 212-285 (74%), 3,007 yards, 44 touchdowns and 13 interceptions during his junior high season. Sullivan displays solid ball placement at all levels of the field. He's poised under pressure as he keeps his eyes downfield. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note - 4.0 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Sullivan_Caleb7/status/1986282093932863504 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2035648' first='Desmond' last='Martin'] broke out this season at the safety spot with experience at corner as well. He racked up 43 tackles (12 solo), three tackles for loss, and three PBUs. Martin is a hard-hitting defender who consistently arrives at the catch point due to his solid read and react ability. Keep an eye on him. </p>   <p>Note - Multi-Sport Athlete</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Desmond98670672/status/1981533182269833285 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1987888' first='Terrell' last='Warren'] was another breakout prospect. One of the top running backs in the class of 2029 this season. He rushed 131 times for 705 yards and four touchdowns. Warren displays solid contact balance and leg drive at the point of attack to break through tackles. He's patient and can navigate through interior gaps with solid footwork. His potential is intriguing. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/terrell_wa88000/status/1971026906687603156 </div></figure>   <p class="text-gray-700"></p>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">MORE FRESHMAN ALL-STATE:</h2>   <p>QB [player_tooltip player_id='1170858' first='Judah' last='Zion Summers'] (Bryant)</p>   <p>QB [player_tooltip player_id='1251947' first='Bryson' last='Allen'] (Searcy)</p>   <p>RB [player_tooltip player_id='1663245' first='Dereon' last='Holt'] (Conway)</p>   <p>WR [player_tooltip player_id='1266738' first='Dmarion' last='White'] (Marked Tree)</p>   <p>WR [player_tooltip player_id='1414424' first='Soren' last='Green'] (Pulaski Academy)</p>   <p>WR [player_tooltip player_id='1236762' first='Cooper' last='Wilkerson'] (Little Rock Christian)</p>   <p>WR [player_tooltip player_id='1475556' first='Jay' last='Smith'] (Bentonville West)</p>   <p>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1863886' first='Jayveon' last='Colvin'] (Conway)</p>   <p>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1718835' first='Keenan' last='Young'] (Conway)</p>   <p>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1667688' first='Chael' last='Mccandlish'] (Bryant)</p>   <p>DL [player_tooltip player_id='1818737' first='Brice' last='Mitchell'] (Pulaski Academy)</p>   <p>DL [player_tooltip player_id='1651663' first='Emarion' last='Moorehead'] (Little Rock Mills)</p>   <p>LB [player_tooltip player_id='1601653' first='Tylan' last='Florey'] (Valley View)</p>   <p>LB [player_tooltip player_id='1811891' first='Hunter' last='Thompson'] (Searcy)</p>   <p>ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1417001' first='Ashyr' last='Crow'] (Greenbrier)</p>

With the 2025 regular season complete for the freshmen of the Class of 2029, we take a look at their performance on film to identify who made an impact. Some of these players competed at the junior high level and will be advancing to the varsity level, while others have played at the varsity level throughout the season. Here are 20 freshmen to watch as they progress in their high school careers. These prospects have been named Freshman All-State by Prep Redzone Arkansas.