Ryder Baltz Ryder Baltz 5'8" | 200 lbs | LB Pocahontas | 2027 State AR showcases a quick first step, effectively scanning the backfield with his eyes and reading and reacting to plays quickly. He can shoot through gaps, making plays at the LOS or in the backfield against the run. Keep an eye on him.

Ryder Baltz Ryder Baltz 5'8" | 200 lbs | LB Pocahontas | 2027 State AR is a linebacker prospect to watch this spring. Baltz showcases a quick first step, effectively scanning the backfield with his eyes, quickly reading and reacting to plays. He can shoot through gaps, making plays at the LOS or in the backfield against the run.

Ryder Baltz Ryder Baltz 5'8" | 200 lbs | LB Pocahontas | 2027 State AR has 47 tackles (13 solo) and three tackles for loss on the season. He plays with a high motor, covering sideline-to-sideline. Baltz showcases a quick first step, effectively scanning the backfield with his eyes, quickly reading and reacting to plays. He can shoot through gaps, making plays at the LOS or in the backfield against the run.

Note – Multi-Position Athlete

Ryder Baltz Ryder Baltz 5'8" | 200 lbs | LB Pocahontas | 2027 State AR is an under-the-radar, underrated linebacker in Arkansas. He plays with a high motor and will excel against the run. Baltz showcases a quick first step, effectively scanning the backfield with his eyes, quickly reading and reacting to plays. He can shoot through gaps, making plays at the LOS or in the backfield against the run. Additionally, he can diagnose play-action passes and drop back into coverage. He will stay square at the POA and throw off blockers. Add him to your recruiting board.

Note – Multi-Position Athlete

Ryder Baltz Ryder Baltz 5'8" | 200 lbs | LB Pocahontas | 2027 State AR is a linebacker that I expect to gain some more recognition throughout the summer and into his junior season. He plays with a high motor and will excel against the run and zone coverage. Baltz showcases a quick first step, scanning the backfield with his eyes and quickly reading and reacting to plays. He can stack, shed, or shoot through gaps, making plays at the LOS or in the backfield against the run. He can diagnose play-action passes efficiently and drop back into coverage quickly. Keep an eye on him this summer.

Note – Multi-Position Athlete

Ryder Baltz Ryder Baltz 5'8" | 200 lbs | LB Pocahontas | 2027 State AR has the ideal play style for the linebacker position. He plays with a high motor and will excel against the run and zone coverage. Baltz showcases a quick first step, scanning the backfield with his eyes and quickly reading and reacting to plays. He can stack, shed, or shoot through gaps, making plays at the LOS or in the backfield against the run. Additionally, he can diagnose play-action passes and drop back into coverage. Add him to your board.

Note – Multi-Position Athlete

Ryder Baltz Ryder Baltz 5'8" | 200 lbs | LB Pocahontas | 2027 State AR is a breakout candidate for the upcoming 2025 season. He plays with a high motor and will excel against the run and in zone coverage.

Baltz showcases a quick first step, effectively scanning the backfield with his eyes and quickly reading and reacting to plays. This allows him to shoot through gaps, making plays at the LOS or in the backfield against the run. Additionally, he can diagnose play-action passes and drop back into coverage. He will stay square at the POA and throw off blockers.

Note – Multi Position Athlete