Recruiting News and Notes

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Spring football is a few days away in the Natural State. However, recruiting news is not slowing down this time of year only increasing in intensity. Here are a few prospects making recruiting headlines.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1278415' first='Will' last='Caston']-Linebacker-Fayetteville-6'2” 205-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Fayetteville linebacker has had no problem opening eyes over the past few years. Caston does a great job of reading the play and putting himself in a position to bring down the ball carrier. Caston has the speed to get sideline-to-sideline in pursuit of the ball carrier. Meanwhile, he sheds blocks quickly and gets into the offensive backfield quickly. Earlier in the week, Caston committed to play his college football for Arkansas. He will be a player to watch over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1156770' first='Charles' last='Petty']-Running Back/Athlete-Joe T. Robinson-6'1” 210-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1156770' first='Charles' last='Petty'] is the type of running back who allows his blockers to open up the rushing lanes before exploding through the hole. He is a patient back who does a great job of picking out his rushing lanes. Petty has the ability to run between the tackles or cut the run down the sideline. The Robinson running back earned a scholarship offer from Pittsburg State University. Petty is a running back with the potential for a big 2026 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1649900' first='Colby' last='Castling']-Offensive Line-Fort Smith Southside-6'4” 310-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1649900' first='Colby' last='Castling'] is set to have another impressive season for the Mavericks this upcoming season. Castling uses his hands well to redirect opposing pass rushers. Castling does a great job of helping to open up rushing lanes. Earlier in the week, Castling had the opportunity to visit the University of Arkansas. He is an offensive line prospect to watch out for as the camp season fires up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='624809' first='DJ' last='Williams']-Defensive Line-Little Rock Christian-6'2” 286-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='624809' first='DJ' last='Williams'] is a versatile prospect on the defensive line for the Warriors. He does a great job of defeating blocks and working his way into the opposing offensive backfield. Williams can plug up rushing lanes or pressure the quarterback. He is the type of defender who is always around the football. In June, he will be attending the Illinois Big Man Camp. Williams is a player to keep an eye on as the offseason progresses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jayden Simmons-Defensive Line-Searcy-6'2” 300-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Searcy defensive lineman is a prospect who can overpower opposing pass blockers. Simmons does a great job of clogging up rushing lanes. Meanwhile, he has the quickness to get into the opposing offensive backfield with good consistency. Earlier in the week, Simmons earned a scholarship offer from Arkansas Baptist University. He is a player to watch out for over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->