Forrest City RB Commits to Arkansas

Kevin Young, a 3-star recruit, chooses Razorbacks over other Power 5 offers.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Arkansas has added another in-state talent to its 2026 recruiting class, as running back Kevin Young from Forrest City announced his commitment to the Razorbacks. Young, a 5-foot-11, 220-pound athlete, held several Power 5 offers including Missouri, Vanderbilt, and Kansas State before deciding to stay home and play for the Hogs.

Why it matters

Keeping top in-state talent is a priority for the Arkansas football program as they look to build a roster that can compete in the SEC. Young's commitment is an important addition to the Razorbacks' 2026 class and signals the program's ability to attract some of the state's best high school players.

The details

Young, a three-star recruit in the class of 2026, announced his commitment on his X (formerly Twitter) account. As a junior, he rushed for 1,280 yards and 16 touchdowns for Forrest City High School.

  • Young announced his commitment on March 4, 2026.

The players

Kevin Young

A 5-foot-11, 220-pound running back from Forrest City High School in the class of 2026.

Arkansas Razorbacks

The Division I football program at the University of Arkansas.

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The takeaway

Young's commitment is an important recruiting win for Arkansas as they look to build a roster that can compete in the SEC. Keeping top in-state talent like Young is crucial for the Razorbacks' long-term success.