July 2026: Arkansas Prospects on the Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>July marks the beginning of training camps for high schools nationwide, a time for development, competition, and intense effort. Next month, pre-season starts as the anticipation builds for the fast-approaching season. Let's focus on key rising prospects in the 2026 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1247596"],"_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-6a43f8e7de432"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1247596' first='Kayden' last='Hickman'] has been a consistent riser, especially after earning Junior All-State in 2025 and September Player of the Month from us. He displays his ability to make plays in space and chase down ball carriers with solid angles and foot speed. Hickman is a high-motor linebacker who can play sideline-to-sideline.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Hick64925Kayden/status/1991289347006488760?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Hick64925Kayden/status/1991289347006488760?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1664450"],"_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-6a43f8e7de472"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1664450' first='Andrew' last='Johnson'] is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. He utilizes a strong base and delivers a powerful punch to disrupt the rhythm of pass rushers. He employs a swipe to counter initial contact and focuses on hand placement to create leverage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/AndrEwJohns0n51/status/2061989785091088873?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AndrEwJohns0n51/status/2061989785091088873?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1548673"],"_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-6a43f8e7de499"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1548673' first='Ryan' last='Adjam'] is going to open up some eyes this fall. He's challenging to tackle post-catch in space. He displays solid route-running and the ability to create separation over the middle. Adjam is a prospect worth monitoring. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/RyanAdjam/status/2042681061528752199?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/RyanAdjam/status/2042681061528752199?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1626344"],"_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-6a43f8e7de4bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1626344' first='Noah' last='McCammon'] already has the size to succeed at the next level. At guard, he plays with a mean stroke, showcasing the ability to drive with active feet or angle defenders in the run game. McCammon is a prospect to watch throughout 2026. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/NoahMcCamm25548]","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/NoahMcCamm25548] </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1401811"],"_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-6a43f8e7de4df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1401811' first='Daveon' last='Connors'] is going to garner more attention this fall. His athletic ability allows him to flip his hips in transition quickly and stick with his man vertically.&nbsp;Connors is expected to see more playing time and be an impact player this year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/liildaedae/status/2068456022658986313?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/liildaedae/status/2068456022658986313?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->