Defensive target Jermaine Hamilton-Jordan, who named the Razorbacks his leader after visiting Fayetteville on March 7, has committed to Arkansas on his mother’s birthday.
Hamilton-Jordan, 6-0, 203 pounds, of Kansas City Lincoln College Prep, picked the Razorbacks over scholarship offers from Kentucky, Kansas State, Kansas, Iowa State, Washington State, Tulsa, and other programs.
His relationships with defensive coordinator Barry Odom and cornerbacks coach Sam Carter weighed heavily in his decision.
“It’s the best place for me, It’s Arkansas, SEC the best conference down there. I’m ready to play,” Hamilton-Jordan said. “They have the best opportunities for me on the field and the best coaches.