Busy Recruiting Weekend ahead in Fayetteville

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For college programs that are not competing for the national championship over the weekend, the focus this weekend is on recruiting. The Arkansas Razorbacks will be hosting the first of several junior day weekends this weekend. In this article, we will highlight several players to watch out for this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='552783' first='Kingston' last='Jackson']-Offensive Line-Conway-6'5” 310-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='552783' first='Kingston' last='Jackson'] is one of the most athletic prospects along the offensive line positions in the state of Arkansas. He explodes out of the stance and gets into the opposing defender quickly. Jackson has the strength to redirect opposing pass rushers and keep them out of the offensive backfield. Jackson has the mix of speed and power needed to help open up rushing lanes. The talented Conway prospect will be in Fayetteville over the weekend to visit the Razorbacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1396272' first='Kevin' last='Williams']-Athlete-Joe T. Robinson-5'11” 188-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the past few years, [player_tooltip player_id='1396272' first='Kevin' last='Williams'] has been a prospect who can line up all over the field for the Senators. Williams earned all-state honors this season and has the potential to continue to open eyes over the offseason. In 2024, he had over 1,000 all-purpose yards and accounted for 14 touchdowns on the offensive side of the ball. Williams will be in Fayetteville over the weekend, and he is a prospect to watch out for in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1316501' first='Kevin' last='Young Jr.']-Running Back-Forrest City-5'11” 205-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1316501' first='Kevin' last='Young Jr.'] is one of the most dynamic running backs in the class of 2026. He excels at making opposing defenders miss tackles. Young Jr. is a prospect who gets stronger the more carries he receives during the game. He has the versatility to be used effectively in the passing game as well. The Forrest City prospect has drawn the interest of Kansas State and will be visiting the Razorbacks over the weekend. He is a player to watch in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Chris Byrd-Linebacker-Marion-6'0” 210-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chris Byrd is another linebacker who had a monster season in 2024. He uses his speed to shed blocks and disrupt the opposing offensive backfield. Byrd does a tremendous job of reading the play and getting to the ball carrier. He racked up 69 tackles, two sacks, and four tackles for loss last season. Byrd will be in Fayetteville over the weekend taking part in Arkansas junior days with the Razorbacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->