Jacob Davis

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Reporter, All Hogs at FanNation

Recruiting Reporter for Arkansas Razorbacks + Mississippi State Bulldogs @hogsonsi @dawgsonSI @SiNow | Gaming content @betsaracen

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Articles

What does new NCAA House Settlement mean for Arkansas Razorbacks?

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Nearly four years after the House v. NCAA class action lawsuit was first filed, United States District Judge Claudia Wilken approved the settlement Friday, a decision that will be one of the biggest college sports history. Beginning July 1, athletic programs across America will have access to $20.5 million to use for revenue sharing with its athletes.
Which 2026 prospects are likely to commit to Hogs next?

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas Razorbacks coach John Calipari often gets his pick when it comes to recruiting high school athletes. There's a pair of forwards in the class of 2026 in No. 1 overall prospect Tyran Stokes and the No. 8 player in the nation Miikka Muurinen, according to 247sports. Both of them are ball dominant, athletic big men capable of stretching the floor with their shooting ability.
Hogs have several intriguing recruits set to visit this weekend

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Razorbacks had a successful first recruiting weekend of the summer to close out May with two commitments from 4-star offensive lineman Bryce Gilmore and 3-star linebacker Caleb Gordon. Now, Arkansas coaches switch its focus to yet another impressive group of prospects this weekend, including quite a few who have narrowed down their list of potential suitors in recent weeks.
Razorbacks in at least one preseason Top 25 ranking

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Razorbacks likely won't be on too many preseason Top 25 lists this summer, but ESPN's Football Power Index computes things a little bit differently. ESPN released its first computer generated rankings of the year Tuesday morning for the 2025 regular season and had some its regular suspects near the top such as No. 1 Texas, No. 2 Alabama, No. 3 Georgia, No. 4 Ohio State and No. 5 Penn State.
Hogs Super Regional one of hottest ticket in tournament

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — There’s a combination of reasons tickets for this weekend’s NCAA Baseball Tournament Super Regionals round have tickets going for over a grand or more. It could be due to supply and demand as Arkansas fans are one of the nation's top group of diehards and some of the most knowledgeable about the sport. Another reason could be that Arkansas is starved for a national championship in any sport.
Bulldogs gain commitment from 2027 5-star special team prospect

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

STARKVILLE, Miss. — While Monday started off dreadful with its top commit Emanuel Turner backing off his pledge, Mississippi State received some good news to end it. In-state kicker Gunnar Gillentine has committed to the Bulldogs just one day after receiving an offer following his performance at the Top Dawg Camp. The 5-star kicking prospect is the No. 1 punter in the country, according to Kohl’s Professional Camp rankings.
Razorbacks among top four for intriguing dual sport athlete

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Razorbacks can continue their hot streak on the recruiting front this summer as 4-star quarterback Matt Ponatoski announced his final four schools Monday. The two-sport specialist trimmed his list to Arkansas, Alabama, Kentucky and Oregon with the plan to play college baseball at the school he chooses. He is the No. 278 overall prospect nationally, No. 21 among a loaded quarterback class and No. 12 athlete in the state of Ohio, according to 247sports.
Hogs' linebacker target leaves blown away by official visit

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Ashbrook High School (Gastonia, North Carolina) 3-star linebacker Caleb Gordon came away as one of the latest 2026 recruits to head home impressed by the Arkansas football program. The 6-foot, 215 pound prospect was a force for his Green Wave team, recording 141 total tackles, eight tackles for loss, four sacks, and two interceptions in a run to the third round of state playoffs.
Hogs impress Bentonville wide receiver, could make decision soon

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Razorbacks' offensive staff continues to identify potential playmakers for the future of Bobby Petrino's offense. Just down the road in Bentonville is junior wide receiver Blair Irvin III who already holds several scholarship offers from the likes of Arkansas, South Florida, UNLV, North Texas, Purdue, Minnesota, Kansas State and many others.
Hogs' top offensive tackle target enjoys visit, commitment date set

3 weeks ago | si.com | Jacob Davis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — One of the many priority prospects for the 2026 class includes Prosper, Texas, 4-star offensive lineman Bryce Gilmore, who was back with the Razorbacks for an official visit this weekend. The 6-foot-5, 285 pound tackle recently announced he is focused on six schools with Arkansas, Arizona State, Ole Miss, Penn State, Texas Tech and Vanderbilt in his top six list released in February.