HOOVER, Ala. — Shortly after announcing his intention to walk-on at Arkansas, Kevin Richardson read an article online about the decision.
It included details about Richarsdon, an in-state defensive back from Jacksonville. It included a highlight video. It also included comments below the story.
A few still stick with him.
“He’s too small.”
“Slap a walk-on on him and put him on the practice squad.”
“It looks like this is in slow motion”
The last one stung a bit.
“I’m like, ‘C’mon, now, I know I’m faster than that,’” Richardson said.
The comments helped fuel the 5-foot-11, 185-pounder.