Paul Risper brings size, versatility, and a high-football-IQ edge to Arkansas State
Risper is a 6-foot-1, 173-pound defensive back from Westside HS who signed with Arkansas State in the Class of 2026 and was listed as a safety on the Red Wolves roster in 2026. In his senior season in 2025, he posted 70 tackles, a tackle for loss, two fumble recoveries, and an interception on defense, while also contributing offensively with 26 catches for 261 yards and two touchdowns, plus 142 passing yards and 153 kick-return yards. The big selling point: he’s a true multi-phase athlete with leadership, academic polish, and family-driven toughness — the kind of versatile, coachable piece that fits well in an aggressive secondary.
