Arkansas defensive end target Curlee Thomas IV and his parents visited Fayetteville, toured campus and looked at the Razorbacks' facilities on March 15.
Thomas, 6-4, 240 pounds, of Fort Worth (Texas) Nolan Catholic, announced a top eight of Arkansas, Oklahoma State, UCLA, Texas Tech, Penn State, Virginia, California and Cincinnati on March 11.
Arkansas also hosted him for a virtual visit on Jan. 30.
Nickname: Speedy
School/City: Nolan Catholic High, Fort Worth, Texas
Height: 6-4
Weight: 240 pounds
Bench max: 375 pounds
Squat max: 460 pounds
Number of years playing football: 10
School or schools that intrigued me other than Arkansas: Cal, Texas Tech, UCLA, Michigan State, Oklahoma State, Penn State, Hawaii
I liked Arkansas because: I have family there, and a great fan base
I plan to major in: Engineering
The recruiting process is: Great, but intense
If I couldn't play football, I would want to star in: Track or MMA
I'm happiest when I: Am with family, drawing, eating Asian food and playing football
My mom and dad are always on me to: Keep my room clean
Favorite video game: Solitaire
Favorite NFL player: Myles Garrett
Favorite music: Anime
Must-watch TV show: Anime and football
How would you spend $1 million: I’d pay any outstanding debt, save 90% of what’s left and enjoy 10% for personal use.