University of Arkansas at Monticello head football coach Hud Jackson announced the addition of 29 Boll Weevils during National Signing Day on Wednesday.
"I am extremely excited about the young men that have signed with us today," said head Coach Hud Jackson. "We feel like we went out and found the best fit for (UAM). The whole landscape of recruiting has changed in the NCAA, but we still feel that it's important to get high school kids that we can develop And kids that'll buy into the Boll Weevil way. We have so much happening at our university, specifically athletics, that gets a lot of people excited about the direction of our football program. So much change coming ahead that will help us to get quality players at UAM. Our players that we have in school now have been working extremely hard during this off-season. We know that it will all pay off, and with these new faces that we have here, we feel we can do some very special things in the future. We realize we have to raise the bar to be competitive, and we have done that. Eat'em up!"
Looking to #RAISETHEBAR, this year's group consists of 29 players, with 19 on the offensive side and 10 on the defensive side, including 12 from the state of Arkansas, nine from Louisiana, and eight from Texas.
"We are extremely excited about the group of guys that we have joining the family today," said Offensive Coordinator Josh Qualls. "The talent in this signing class is special and we can't wait to get to work. Eat 'em up!"
The offensive signing class includes eight wide receivers, six offensive linemen, three running backs, one tight end, and one quarterback.
"As always, we wanted to focus on bringing in high character, physical, tough, young men," said Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator Steve Wright. "Our staff is very excited to continue their development. They are coming to us from great programs and great coaches. These young men are coming to Monticello with a purpose and passion for the university that will be reflected in their work over the next 4-5 years."
Arkansas-Monticello's defense welcomes four defensive backs, four linebackers, and two athletes.
The Boll Weevils are more than excited to start spring practices, inviting fans and supporters to attend them throughout the semester. The 2025 season kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 5 when UAM travels to Durant, Oklahoma to take on the Savage Storm of Southeastern Oklahoma State University. The game will kick off at 6:00 p.m. at Paul Laird Field.
"I am extremely excited about the young men that have signed with us today," said head Coach Hud Jackson. "We feel like we went out and found the best fit for (UAM). The whole landscape of recruiting has changed in the NCAA, but we still feel that it's important to get high school kids that we can develop And kids that'll buy into the Boll Weevil way. We have so much happening at our university, specifically athletics, that gets a lot of people excited about the direction of our football program. So much change coming ahead that will help us to get quality players at UAM. Our players that we have in school now have been working extremely hard during this off-season. We know that it will all pay off, and with these new faces that we have here, we feel we can do some very special things in the future. We realize we have to raise the bar to be competitive, and we have done that. Eat'em up!"
Looking to #RAISETHEBAR, this year's group consists of 29 players, with 19 on the offensive side and 10 on the defensive side, including 12 from the state of Arkansas, nine from Louisiana, and eight from Texas.
"We are extremely excited about the group of guys that we have joining the family today," said Offensive Coordinator Josh Qualls. "The talent in this signing class is special and we can't wait to get to work. Eat 'em up!"
The offensive signing class includes eight wide receivers, six offensive linemen, three running backs, one tight end, and one quarterback.
"As always, we wanted to focus on bringing in high character, physical, tough, young men," said Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator Steve Wright. "Our staff is very excited to continue their development. They are coming to us from great programs and great coaches. These young men are coming to Monticello with a purpose and passion for the university that will be reflected in their work over the next 4-5 years."
Arkansas-Monticello's defense welcomes four defensive backs, four linebackers, and two athletes.
The Boll Weevils are more than excited to start spring practices, inviting fans and supporters to attend them throughout the semester. The 2025 season kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 5 when UAM travels to Durant, Oklahoma to take on the Savage Storm of Southeastern Oklahoma State University. The game will kick off at 6:00 p.m. at Paul Laird Field.
| 2025 ARKANSAS-MONTICELLO SIGNING CLASS | |||||
| NAME | POS. | HT. | WT. | YEAR | HIGH SCHOOL / STATE |
| Juney Atkins | QB | 6-2 | 190 | Fr. | Camden Fairview High School / AR |
| Brody Bentin | OL | 6-3 | 300 | Fr. | Des Arc High School / AR |
| Matthew Boyles | OL | 6-3 | 255 | Fr. | Lonoke High School / AR |
| Dixon Grimes | OL | 6-1 | 315 | Fr. | Fort Bend Elkins High School / TX |
| Kooper Heird | OL | 6-2 | 295 | Fr. | Cabot High School / AR |
| Jayden Simmons | OL | 6-3 | 310 | Fr. | Fort Bend Elkins High School / TX |
| Jace Williams | OL | 6-1 | 280 | Fr. | Assumption High School / LA |
| Koby Bimah | WR | 5-6 | 160 | Fr. | Assumption High School / LA |
| Jahari Carter | WR | 5-10 | 170 | Fr. | Covenant Christian Academy / LA |
| Drew Dronet | WR | 5-9 | 180 | Fr. | Sam Houston High School / LA |
| Jay Freeman | WR | 5-8 | 165 | Fr. | Oak Grove High School / LA |
| Tramond Miller | WR | 5-10 | 150 | Fr. | Warren High School / AR |
| Andrew Rhoden | WR | 6-1 | 195 | Fr. | Morrilton High School / AR |
| Josh Scott | WR | 5-11 | 175 | Fr. | Katy Paetow High School / TX |
| Neondre Thomas | WR | 6-0 | 155 | Fr. | Warren High School / AR |
| Sawyer Jameson | RB | 5-11 | 170 | Fr. | Huffman Hargrave High School / TX |
| Kellen Sanders | RB | 5-9 | 175 | Fr. | North Forney High School / TX |
| Doug E Viltz | RB | 5-8 | 160 | Fr. | Teurlings Catholic High School / LA |
| William Lucas | TE | 6-2 | 235 | Fr. | Piggot High School / AR |
| Greyson Byrd | DB | 5-10 | 165 | Fr. | Frisco Emerson High School / TX |
| Kaleb Daniels | DB | 6-0 | 180 | Fr. | Teurlings Catholic High School / LA |
| Keilin Ellison | DB | 6-0 | 175 | Fr. | Fordyce High School / AR |
| Tamarques Pritchard | DB | 6-2 | 190 | Fr. | Oak Grove High School / LA |
| Rohan Clarkson | LB | 6-1 | 200 | Fr. | Skyline High School / TX |
| Blaine Hayden | LB | 6-2 | 215 | Fr. | Monticello High School / AR |
| Marshon Jordan | LB | 5-11 | 205 | Fr. | Pine Bluff High School / AR |
| Tregan Williams | LB | 6-1 | 210 | Fr. | Pearland Dawson High School / TX |
| Dylan Downs | ATH | 5-10 | 180 | Fr. | Bastrop High School / LA |
| Darnail Walker | ATH | 6-1 | 175 | Fr. | Dumas High School / AR |
