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Three Arkansas Razorbacks Freshmen Poised for Instant Impact in 2026
Silverfield's revamped signing class boasts plenty of instant impact playmakers next season
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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As the Arkansas Razorbacks prepare for the 2026 season, three freshmen - defensive lineman Danny Beale, wide receiver Dequane Prevo, and defensive back Tay Lockett - are poised to make an immediate impact for the team. Beale, a 4-star recruit from Cross County High School, brings size and disruptive ability to the defensive line. Prevo, a 4-star wide receiver from Bentonville, has the speed and versatility to contribute as a playmaker on offense. Lockett, a long-time Razorbacks commit from Conway, is an athletic defensive back who can also make an impact on special teams.
Why it matters
The Razorbacks are looking to build on a promising 2025 season and these three freshmen could provide a significant boost to the team's talent and depth across the offense, defense, and special teams units.
The details
Beale, a 6-foot-5, 325-pound defensive tackle, was a highly sought-after recruit who chose Arkansas over offers from several other top programs. He was dominant at the high school level, recording 87 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, and 3 pass breakups. Prevo, a 5-foot-10, 175-pound wide receiver, had a breakout junior season at Liberty-Eylau High School in Texas, catching 72 passes for 1,541 yards and 21 touchdowns. Lockett, a 6-foot, 180-pound defensive back, was an electric playmaker for Conway High School, recording 56 tackles, 10 pass breakups, 3 interceptions, and 2 pick-sixes, while also contributing on offense and special teams.
- Beale committed to Arkansas in December 2025 after previously being committed to Oklahoma State.
- Prevo transferred to Bentonville High School prior to his senior season after spending three years at Liberty-Eylau High School in Texas.
- Lockett enrolled early at Arkansas in January 2026 after a standout career at Conway High School.
The players
Danny Beale
A 4-star defensive lineman from Cross County High School in Arkansas, Beale was a highly sought-after recruit who chose to stay in-state and play for the Razorbacks.
Dequane Prevo
A 4-star wide receiver who transferred to Bentonville High School in Arkansas for his senior season after spending three years at Liberty-Eylau High School in Texas.
Tay Lockett
A long-time Razorbacks commit, Lockett is an athletic defensive back from Conway High School in Arkansas who can also contribute on special teams.
What’s next
The Razorbacks will be closely monitoring the progress of these three freshmen during spring practice and the summer conditioning program as they look to integrate them into the team's plans for the 2026 season.
The takeaway
These three freshmen represent the future of the Arkansas Razorbacks program, and their ability to make an immediate impact could be crucial to the team's success in 2026 and beyond.
