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Desmond
Gooding Jr RB/WR
Class
2026
Height
5'6"
Weight
130
HS
Bryant
|
AR
Desmond Gooding Jr . may be small in stature, but he is tough and quick, reminiscent of a...
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Desmond Gooding Jr

Desmond Gooding Jr | Bryant

Desmond Gooding Jr

Class
2026
Position
RB/WR
Height
5'6"
Weight
130
School
Bryant
State
Position
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About Desmond

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

Fast, shifty, controlled and coachable

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

Heart over height , always stepping up to the challenge no matter how big it might seem.

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

Leading from the front not the back. In other words not telling people what to do but suggesting them to follow me.

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

Doubters

What type of college are you looking for?

Any college

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Desmond
Gooding Jr RB/WR
Class
2026
Height
5'6"
Weight
130
HS
Bryant
|
AR
Desmond Gooding Jr
Desmond Gooding Jr . may be small in stature, but he is tough and quick, reminiscent of a...
Written by Colton Edwards
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Desmond Gooding Jr Desmond Gooding Jr Desmond Gooding Jr 5'6" | 130 lbs | RB/WR Bryant | 2026 State AR . may be small in stature, but he is tough and quick, reminiscent of a young Darren Sproles. He is an elusive running back with good foot quickness and lateral agility. Gooding Jr. can avoid early penetration and effectively navigate to the cutback line. He can be utilized in the screen game or the short to intermediate passing game, as he poses a significant threat for yards after catch (YAC) due to his solid burst and change of direction.

Game film from Monday pic.twitter.com/rP20St3I64

— Desmond Gooding Jr (DJ) (@DJG2026) September 14, 2024

Written 7 months ago

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Updated 2026 Arkansas Rankings

Updated 2026 Arkansas Rankings

Prep Redzone Staff • September 3, 2025

2026 SPRING RANKINGS UPDATE: Running Back Breakdown

2026 SPRING RANKINGS UPDATE: Running Back Breakdown

Colton Edwards • March 11, 2025

September Rankings Update: Who was added to our Arkansas 2026 list?

September Rankings Update: Who was added to our Arkansas 2026 list?

Prep Redzone Staff • September 12, 2024

X Film Room Evaluation – Pt.7

X Film Room Evaluation – Pt.7

Colton Edwards • July 13, 2024

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