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May Edition: Prospects to Add to the Recruiting Board

May Edition: Prospects to Add to the Recruiting Board
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Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards May 21, 2026 @ 09:40 AM
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CJ Bailey
CJ Bailey 6'1" | 165 lbs | DB | 2028
AR
Christain Reeves
Christain Reeves 6'2" | 195 lbs | RB | 2027
AR
Riley Cox
Riley Cox 6'3" | 310 lbs | DL/OL | 2027
AR
Desi Hendrick
Desi Hendrick 5'10" | 205 lbs | RB/ATH | 2028
AR
Brandon Johnson
Brandon Johnson 6'1" | 220 lbs | LB/ATH | 2028
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We continue evaluating under-the-radar players. These prospects can contribute to their teams' success in various ways. Here are five players from multiple classes to add to your recruiting board.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2138310"],"_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-6a0f1945866ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2138310' first='CJ' last='Bailey'] is a rising defensive back for Fayetteville. He plays a lot of press-man coverage, showcasing his use of hands to jam and slow down the opposition. When in press, he's able to stay in the hip pocket during transitions and remain vertical. Bailey also displays good read-and-react ability. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/cj_bailey0914/status/2051760053309280664","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/cj_bailey0914/status/2051760053309280664 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1797519"],"_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-6a0f194586746"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1797519' first='Christain' last='Reeves'] is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. As mentioned before, he possesses the size and athletic ability to succeed at the next level. He displays good contact balance to break through tackles at all levels. Reeves possesses the patience, balance, and lateral quickness to navigate through traffic and let running lanes develop. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/_iamChristain/status/2040245687246352576","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/_iamChristain/status/2040245687246352576 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1650019"],"_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-6a0f19458676f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1650019' first='Riley' last='Cox'] is going to garner more attention this fall. He utilizes his upper-body strength to be stout, supported by strong lower-body and core strength, effectively dominating at the point of attack. Cox can split double teams and pressure the quarterback with a solid bull rush from the interior. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/RileyC040809/status/1997156038664130816","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/RileyC040809/status/1997156038664130816 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1185930"],"_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-6a0f194586792"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1185930' first='Brandon' last='Johnson'] is a breakout candaidte for 2026. He can play off-ball and off the edge. He possesses a quick first step and solid read-and-react ability. He effectively attacks downhill against the run with a sideline-to-sideline motor. Johnson consistently bursts through gaps to disrupt plays in the backfield. Johnson is a reliable tackler in space, demonstrating good technique and positioning. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/branjohnsonn/status/2053575065631957096?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/branjohnsonn/status/2053575065631957096?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1635538"],"_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-6a0f1945867b5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1635538' first='Desi' last='Hendrick'] is going to open up a lot of eyes. He's a true gap runner who demonstrates patience and solid vision post-snap, allowing his lead blockers to do their job and let running lanes develop. He displays a solid burst to attack the gap and get upfield. Hendrick has solid contact balance and leg drive, which enable him to break tackles and create opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DesiHendrick28/status/2009787409739710550","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/DesiHendrick28/status/2009787409739710550 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

We continue evaluating under-the-radar players. These prospects can contribute to their teams' success in various ways. Here are five players from multiple classes to add to your recruiting board.

CJ Bailey

CJ Bailey

AR
DB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 165
POS DB
CLASS 2028
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CJ
Bailey DB
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
165
HS
Fayetteville
|
AR
May Edition: Prospects to Add to the Recruiting Board
CJ Bailey is a rising defensive back for Fayetteville. He plays a lot of press-man coverage, showcasing his...
Written by Colton Edwards
Read more at PrepRedzone.com
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CJ Bailey

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State: Arkansas
School: Fayetteville
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Christain Reeves

Christain Reeves

AR
RB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 195
POS RB
CLASS 2027
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Christain
Reeves RB
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
Weight
195
HS
North Little Rock
|
AR
May Edition: Prospects to Add to the Recruiting Board
Christain Reeves is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. As mentioned before, he possesses the size...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Christain Reeves

State: Arkansas
School: North Little Rock
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Riley Cox

Riley Cox

AR
DL/OL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 310
POS DL/OL
CLASS 2027
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Riley
Cox DL/OL
Class
2027
Height
6'3"
Weight
310
HS
Glen Rose
|
AR
May Edition: Prospects to Add to the Recruiting Board
Riley Cox is going to garner more attention this fall. He utilizes his upper-body strength to be stout,...
Written by Colton Edwards
Read more at PrepRedzone.com
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Riley Cox

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State: Arkansas
School: Glen Rose
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Brandon Johnson

Brandon Johnson

AR
LB/ATH
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 220
POS LB/ATH
CLASS 2028
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Brandon
Johnson LB/ATH
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
220
HS
Bryant
|
AR
May Edition: Prospects to Add to the Recruiting Board
Brandon Johnson is a breakout candaidte for 2026. He can play off-ball and off the edge. He possesses...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Brandon Johnson

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State: Arkansas
School: Bryant
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Desi Hendrick

Desi Hendrick

AR
RB/ATH
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 205
POS RB/ATH
CLASS 2028
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Desi
Hendrick RB/ATH
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
Weight
205
HS
Bentonville
|
AR
May Edition: Prospects to Add to the Recruiting Board
Desi Hendrick is going to open up a lot of eyes. He’s a true gap runner who demonstrates...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Desi Hendrick

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State: Arkansas
School: Bentonville
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