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Future Pass Catchers to Watch This Off-Season

Future Pass Catchers to Watch This Off-Season
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards November 28, 2025 @ 01:25 PM
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Koen Case
Koen Case 6'1" | 160 lbs | WR/DB | 2029
AR
Deondra Johnson
Deondra Johnson 5'10" | 140 lbs | WR/DB | 2029
AR
Brennyn Smith
Brennyn Smith 5'9" | 150 lbs | WR | 2028
AR
Demetrice Mitchell
Demetrice Mitchell 5'8" | WR | 2028
AR
Kendall Johnson
Kendall Johnson 6'3" | 155 lbs | ATH | 2029
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the playoffs are in full swing, I wanted to highlight some standout young quarterback prospects from the classes of 2028-2030. These players demonstrate impressive command of the game and remarkable arm talent. Here are five prospects to watch in these emerging classes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1261673"],"_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-69291371086dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1261673' first='Kendall' last='Johnson'] is likely to be Batesville top target over the next couple of seasons. The freshman dominated at all phases this season. He's a threat after the catch due to solid change of direction, upfield burst, and ability to make defenders miss. He's lengthy and highly athletic. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JohnsonKen78290/status/1993058291891777857?s=20","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/JohnsonKen78290/status/1993058291891777857?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2068070"],"_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-6929137108753"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2068070' first='Koen' last='Case'] gives you experience on both sides of the football, but shined at wide receiver this season. He's a reliable target who doesn't need a big window to make a play. Case displays solid hand-eye coordination and body control. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi-Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KoenCase88752/status/1984315901475164440?s=20","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/KoenCase88752/status/1984315901475164440?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1643783"],"_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-69291371087a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1643783' first='Brennyn' last='Smith'] is likely to break out next season. He's a prospect to consider adding to the recruiting board early on. He displays strong hands, good hand-eye coordination, and the body control needed to adjust mid-route and win against contest. Overall, he's athletic all all phases. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note - 3.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/brenn7nsm1th/status/1993418371308618102?s=20","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/brenn7nsm1th/status/1993418371308618102?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1702521"],"_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-69291371087f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1702521' first='Deondra' last='Johnson'] is another versatile and athletic wideout in the class of 2029. He can be utilized in motions and attack the boundary with his quickness. He displays solid hand-eye coordination with the body control to adjust mid-route. Keep an eye on him in 2026. </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/Deondra7_/status/1990244034737029441?s=20","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/Deondra7_/status/1990244034737029441?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1402703"],"_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-6929137108848"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1402703' first='Demetrice' last='Mitchell'] showed major growth this season and is on track for a breakout year in 2026. He can be utilized on jet sweeps and vertical routes to stretch the field and the defense. He poses a significant threat after the catch. His solid lateral quickness and burst allow him to get upfield quickly.</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/DemetriceM90882/status/1927829556221612441?s=20","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/DemetriceM90882/status/1927829556221612441?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

As the playoffs are in full swing, I wanted to highlight some standout young quarterback prospects from the classes of 2028-2030. These players demonstrate impressive command of the game and remarkable arm talent. Here are five prospects to watch in these emerging classes.

Kendall Johnson

Kendall Johnson

AR
ATH
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 155
POS ATH
CLASS 2029
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Kendall
Johnson ATH
Class
2029
Height
6'3"
Weight
155
HS
Batesville
|
AR
Future Pass Catchers to Watch This Off-Season
Kendall Johnson is likely to be Batesville top target over the next couple of seasons. The freshman dominated...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Kendall Johnson

State: Arkansas
School: Batesville
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Koen Case

Koen Case

HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 160
POS WR/DB
CLASS 2029
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Koen
Case WR/DB
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
Weight
160
HS
Clarksville
|
AR
Future Pass Catchers to Watch This Off-Season
Koen Case gives you experience on both sides of the football, but shined at wide receiver this season....
Written by Colton Edwards
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Koen Case

State: Arkansas
School: Clarksville
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Brennyn Smith

Brennyn Smith

AR
WR
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 150
POS WR
CLASS 2028
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Brennyn
Smith WR
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
Weight
150
HS
Conway
|
AR
Future Pass Catchers to Watch This Off-Season
Brennyn Smith is likely to break out next season. He’s a prospect to consider adding to the recruiting...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Brennyn Smith

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State: Arkansas
School: Conway
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Deondra Johnson

Deondra Johnson

AR
WR/DB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 140
POS WR/DB
CLASS 2029
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Deondra
Johnson WR/DB
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
Weight
140
HS
Valley View
|
AR
Future Pass Catchers to Watch This Off-Season
Deondra Johnson is another versatile and athletic wideout in the class of 2029. He can be utilized in...
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Deondra Johnson

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State: Arkansas
School: Valley View
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Demetrice Mitchell

Demetrice Mitchell

AR
WR
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS WR
CLASS 2028
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Demetrice
Mitchell WR
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
HS
North Little Rock
|
AR
Future Pass Catchers to Watch This Off-Season
Demetrice Mitchell showed major growth this season and is on track for a breakout year in 2026. He...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Demetrice Mitchell

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State: Arkansas
School: North Little Rock
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