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Arkansas didn't need to go far for its three latest football commitments. Fayetteville quarterback Austin Allen, linebacker Brooks Ellis and safety Alex Brignoni all committed to the Razorbacks on Monday. All three are rated at least three-stars by multiple recruiting services and helped lead the Bulldogs to a 7A state title in 2011. read more >

Leadership from within was a significant factor in Arkansas football getting through a tumultuous spring. Players in leadership roles helped the Razorbacks end last month on a high note. Those same players will be asked to set the tone in summer workouts, something that ought to be relatively easy after dealing with a rare April coaching change. Quarterback Tyler Wilson, running back Knile Davis, center Travis Swanson, defensive tackle Alfred Davis and linebackers Tenarius Wright and Alonzo Highsmith. All six were heavily involved in getting the Razorbacks through the spring and handling media questions about the departure of Bobby Petrino and hiring of John L. Smith. read more >

Contrary to popular belief, things DO change in Arkansas, however incrementally. In the two short decades since LSU last visited Razorback Stadium, Hog fans have experienced three bitter losses in Atlanta, two Miracles on Markham, and one season during which we were literally hanging on by a (hanging) toe. We have feuded bitterly amongst ourselves when we brought back a favorite son to be our coach, and also when we sent off a favorite son to be our president. And amazingly, many of us become the most passionate and spew the most vitriol when we talk about where to play the damned football games. Especially this LSU game. read more >

Arkansas Coach John L. Smith is on Twitter. Judging from what we've seen from Smith so far in press conferences and one-on-one interviews, this should be a blast. read more >

So far six Arkansas football players have been arrested this spring, including five allegedly involved in taking property that isn't theirs. They have nobody to blame but themselves. Bobby Petrino, John L. Smith and the NCAA aren't at fault for their stupidity. read more >