The first of two 8-Man prospects on this list, Hudson Clark Hudson Clark 5'10" | 155 lbs | ATH Gladbrook-Reinbeck | 2026 State IA has been all over the field for Gladbrook-Reinbeck in 2025. Another two-way wonder whose gaudy numbers first pop out on the defensive side of the ball, Clark has already registered five interceptions — including three pick-sixes, three PBUs and two forced fumbles to go along with his 21 tackles.

A turnover machine, Clark is also the Rebels’ leading receiver on offense, having caught 23 passes for 397 yards and seven scores. Don’t forget about the run game, either! Scoring on 33% of his carries, Clark has taken six for 78 yards and two scores.

We said two-way wonders, right? Can’t skip out on special teams, though. Clark has also returned eight punts for 135 yards and two kicks for 72 yards and a touchdown.

The last receiver of the group to eclipse the 1K mark, Hudson Clark Hudson Clark 5'10" | 155 lbs | ATH Gladbrook-Reinbeck | 2026 State IA finished the year with 55 catches for 1,005 yards and 14 scores. With a similar skillset to Schnell, Clark makes opposing defensive backs look silly with his ball skills at times. Not only can he go up and get it in double-coverage to steal the ball away from defenders, he can also track a tipped ball and bring it in for a reception after DBs think the play is dead.

On double-moves, he can beat his defender deep, and his slight frame allows for breakaway speed.

We’ve mentioned Hudson Clark Hudson Clark 5'10" | 155 lbs | ATH Gladbrook-Reinbeck | 2026 State IA before for his return ability, but he’s been just as dangerous in the 8-man league for his pass-catching. Clark finished with 1005 receiving yards on 55 catches and 14 touchdowns last season. Clark’s game speed is unmatchable, and it seems that every time the ball gets into his hands, Clark will find his way to the end zone. Clark shows great vision and agility, being able to cut back and create lanes to reach to the end zone. Clark will try to cap off his high school career with a state title after losing in the championship game last season.

Hudson Clark Hudson Clark 5'10" | 155 lbs | ATH Gladbrook-Reinbeck | 2026 State IA didn’t handle as heavy of a workload in the return game as some of the other return specialists on this list, but he was so explosive whenever he had the ball in his hands. Clark finished with 336 punt return yards and 4 return touchdown on just 10 total punt returns. He also had 258 kick return yards and a kick return touchdown on just 9 kickoff returns. Clark is one of the most agile athletes in all of Iowa right now, and his ability to slip through defenders and keep his balance through elaborate changes of direction is really impressive to watch. Clark is a total highlight-reel for the Rebels, and he should continue to make a big impact in his senior season.

Hudson Clark Hudson Clark 5'10" | 155 lbs | ATH Gladbrook-Reinbeck | 2026 State IA has been a superstar for Gladbrook-Reinbeck, serving as a brilliant DB, a top WR, and as a dangerous return specialist for the Rebels, and through 2 seasons, Clark has been one of the best football athletes in Iowa. On the defensive side, Clark finished with 96 tackles and 5 interceptions, with 2 returned for touchdowns. Clark has proven to be dangerous every time he touches the ball, with jolting agility and advancing progression of his mechanics at a young age. Playing as a Safety, Clark has excellent closing-speed, showing good instincts and plays with a high football IQ. Clark has been efficient as a ball-hawk and as a run-stopper. Clark should a lot of attention this fall from teams trying to recruit him, and Clark should remain as a playmaker for the already-dangerous Rebels’ team.