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Ryder Waddell

Ryder Waddell

Ryder Waddell

Linebacker/Tight End
2028 Class
6'4" Height
220 Weight
Poteau School
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Ryder
Waddell LB/TE
Class
2028
Height
6'4"
Weight
220
HS
Poteau
|
OK
We’re just a year removed from Poteau sending their first prospect to the D1 ranks in decades and...
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About Ryder

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

Disciplined and aggressive and I play to win, while maintaining good sportsmanship and a humble attitude towards everyone on and off the field.

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

I am a God fearing humble young man, that was raised to respect my elders and to always help those in need.

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

I play Basketball on a Puma shoe circuit team. I have traveled all of the gulf coast states and Kansas, Arkansas and Oklahoma playing basketball with the best of youth in the nation.

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

I volunteer every opportunity I have with my church to help elders and the homeless. I've always done my best to lead, as my Father as taught me.

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

Working with my Dad is significant. I'm sure most everyone says that their Dad is the hardest working man they know. But they haven't met my Father. He works two jobs and breeds hounds on the side. I've spent many summers and weekends sun up to sun down working with him. Pouring cement, building fence, cleaning stalls, mowing, roofing, tree work you name it.

What type of college are you looking for?

D1

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Ryder
Waddell LB/TE
Class
2028
Height
6'4"
Weight
220
HS
Poteau
|
OK
Ryder Waddell
We’re just a year removed from Poteau sending their first prospect to the D1 ranks in decades and...
Written by Michael Knight
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We’re just a year removed from Poteau sending their first prospect to the D1 ranks in decades and now they have another one. Sophomore hybrid defender Ryder Waddell Ryder Waddell Ryder Waddell 6'4" | 220 lbs | LB/TE Poteau | 2028 State OK has already emerged as a D1 prospect, picking up his first offer earlier this year. And when we call Waddell a hybrid defender, we’re talking about his future as a prospect. He will more than likely line up primarily at linebacker but he has the ability to move closer to the line of scrimmage as an edge rusher. His ceiling as a prospect is incredibly high and we’re looking forward to seeing him in year two. 

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Event Results

  • Combine Series: Oklahoma

    Combine Series: Oklahoma

    05/18/2025

    40 Yard Dash #1
    5.12
    40 Yard Dash #2
    5.03
    Shuttle #1
    5.83
    Shuttle #2
    4.9
    Broad Jump #1
    8'.5
    Broad Jump #2
    8'7
    L Drill #1
    7.97
    L Drill #2
    7.5
    Vertical #1
    -
    Vertical #2
    -
    Wingspan
    6'6"
    Hand Size
    -

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Updated 2028 Oklahoma Rankings

Updated 2028 Oklahoma Rankings

Prep Redzone Staff • October 14, 2025

Poteau Pirates OK 2025 Team Preview

Poteau Pirates OK 2025 Team Preview

Michael Knight • July 23, 2025

2028 Rankings - Top Five Spotlight

2028 Rankings - Top Five Spotlight

Michael Knight • June 11, 2025

June Rankings Update: Who moved up the rankings in Oklahoma's 2028 class?

June Rankings Update: Who moved up the rankings in Oklahoma's 2028 class?

Prep Redzone Staff • June 11, 2025

Standout LB Group At PRZ-OK Combine

Standout LB Group At PRZ-OK Combine

Michael Knight • May 21, 2025

March Rankings Update: Who moved up the rankings in Oklahoma's 2028 class?

March Rankings Update: Who moved up the rankings in Oklahoma's 2028 class?

Prep Redzone Staff • March 19, 2025

Poteau Game Scores

McLain Science & Tech McLain Science & Tech 2-4
28
Poteau Poteau 5-2
43
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Glenpool Glenpool 0-6
17
Poteau Poteau 5-2
28
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Poteau Poteau 5-2
35
Ada (#19) Ada 6-0
49
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Poteau Poteau 5-2
31
Stilwell Stilwell 1-6
30
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