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<p>At Prep Redzone, we focus on uncovering the hidden gems, the under-the-radar athletes who deserve recognition but often go unnoticed due to various factors. These prospects can compete at the next level, be it D1, D2, D3, NAIA, or JUCO, showcasing their considerable talents. Here are five prospects to add to your recruiting board:</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2122065' first='Cooper' last='Croft'] is flying under the radar in Arkansas. He racked up 24 tackles, two PBUs, and one interception in 2025. He's a physical corner who can jam effectively and be strong in zone coverage. Overall, solid recovery speed as he will play through the whistle. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2122069' first='Braelyn' last='Ross'] is a potential breakout candidate for the 2026 season. He's athletic with quick feet, showcasing his ability to be a threat after the catch. Ross is a prospect to keep an eye on.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1694278' first='Lamar' last='Henderson'] has been on the off-season grind, making him another prospect to watch throughout 2026. Henderson may be small in stature, but his athletic ability is solid. Henderson displays solid body control with the ability to create separation. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2122078' first='Jesyn' last='Russell'] is a lengthy, athletic prospect who plays off the edge and has experience at tight end. He's a high motor prospect who can chase down the line with solid foot speed and lateral quickness. I expect him to garner more attention in 2026. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2066041' first='Jaksen' last='Ross'] has a multi-sport background in both football and baseball. He's a physical presence at the point of attack. Ross is another breakout candidate to keep an eye on. </p>
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At Prep Redzone, we focus on uncovering the hidden gems, the under-the-radar athletes who deserve recognition but often go unnoticed due to various factors. These prospects can compete at the next level, be it D1, D2, D3, NAIA, or JUCO, showcasing their considerable talents. Here are five prospects to add to your recruiting board:
Natural State Uncovered ProspectsNaturalState Uncovered Prospects
is flying under the radar in Arkansas. He racked up 24 tackles, two PBUs, and one interception in 2025. He's a physical corner who can jam effectively and be strong in zone coverage. Overall, solid recovery…
Natural State Uncovered ProspectsNaturalState Uncovered Prospects
is a potential breakout candidate for the 2026 season. He's athletic with quick feet, showcasing his ability to be a threat after the catch. Ross is a prospect to keep an eye on. https://twitter.com/braelyn_ross/status/2010089161324392662?s=20
Natural State Uncovered ProspectsNaturalState Uncovered Prospects
has been on the off-season grind, making him another prospect to watch throughout 2026. Henderson may be small in stature, but his athletic ability is solid. Henderson displays solid body control with the ability to create…
Jesyn RussellJesynRussell
6'5" | 210 lbs | EDGE/TE
Newport | 2027 StateAR
is a lengthy, athletic prospect who plays off the edge and has experience at tight end. He's a high motor prospect who can chase down the line with solid foot speed and lateral quickness. I expect him to garner more attention in 2026.
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Jaksen RossJaksenRoss
6'1" | 330 lbs | OL/DL
Ozark | 2028 StateAR
has a multi-sport background in both football and baseball. He's a physical presence at the point of attack. Ross is another breakout candidate to keep an eye on.
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Jesyn
Russell
6'5" | 210 lbs | EDGE/TE
Newport | 2027
State
AR
is a lengthy, athletic prospect who plays off the edge and has experience at tight end. He's a high motor prospect who can chase down the line with solid foot speed and lateral quickness. I expect him to garner more attention in 2026. 
Jaksen
Ross
6'1" | 330 lbs | OL/DL
Ozark | 2028
State
AR
has a multi-sport background in both football and baseball. He's a physical presence at the point of attack. Ross is another breakout candidate to keep an eye on. 
