Arkansas 7A Playoffs – Prospect Watch

<p>The 2025 Arkansas High School Football playoffs begin this upcoming week. The path to the state championship is more challenging than ever. Here are five prospects to watch during the playoffs in 7A.</p>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='219771' first='Julian' last='Grundy'] is difficult to block due to his motor and good athletic ability off the edge. He can contain the edge and move laterally smoothly. His relentless motor enables him to chase down ball carriers effectively. He can bull rush due to good hand placement, pad level, and lower body strength, which enables him to drive the OL back. Grundy can also speed-to-power. They have a first-round bye. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.63 40</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/juliangrundy9/status/1965516554311008564?s=20 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1509016' first='Kambrien' last='Blackmon'] is one of the top receivers in the state. They have a first-round bye as well. He's electric post-catch, as he can outrun the entire defense with good foot speed. He also has good hands and body control to adjust mid-route. Overall, he's a smooth route runner. Blackmon is a prospect you don't want to miss out on. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note - 3.2 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/kamblackmon/status/1985564623903355223?s=20 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='802319' first='Gavin' last='Momon'] is an underrated linebacker in the state. He displays a quick first step, quickly reading and reacting to the football. Momon's motor skills are essential, as well as playing sideline to sideline and making plays on the ball consistently. He can stick with his man in man coverage in the passing game. He can also transition smoothly against routes across his face in zone coverage due to good change of direction. They have a first-round bye. </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/RealGavinMomon/status/1982249859580133819?s=20 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='237071' first='Kemp' last='Keller'], the Henderson State commit will lead his team against Har-Ber in round one. Keller is a pro-style quarterback with the ability to hit all levels of the field due to his strong arm. He displays good ball placement at all levels of the field. He showcases good mechanics and footwork with a quick release. Keep an eye on him. </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/kemp_keller/status/1983011308397105530?s=20 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1565406' first='Julian' last='Arroyos'] is another talented edge rusher in the 7A state playoffs. He displays a solid burst off the snap and uses his hands to shed blocks quickly. Arroyos consistently makes plays at the LOS. His solid pad level, lower body strength, and active feet enable him to generate pressure on every play. Add him to your recruiting board. They have a first-round bye. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.0 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/ykitsjulian </div></figure>

The 2025 Arkansas High School Football playoffs begin this upcoming week. The path to the state championship is more challenging than ever. Here are five prospects to watch during the playoffs in 7A.