Razorbacks offseason tracker: More players announce intention to transfer

Arkansas set to lose handful of underclassmen in what should be busy portal window
Arkansas Razorbacks defensive lineman Charlie Collins during game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark.
Arkansas Razorbacks defensive lineman Charlie Collins during game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark. | Arkansas Communications

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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Friday was a busy day for college football teams across the country as players continue to put their names in the NCAA transfer portal.

The Arkansas Razorbacks and Ryan Silverfield saw the largest group of Hogs announce their desire to leave the program to date under the new regime.

One of the most impactful players to enter is sophomore linebacker Charlie Collins, an Arkansas native who saw extensive playing time over the previous two seasons. He saw action in 22 games finishing with 11 tackles, one tackle for loss and a pass break-up while at Arkansas.

Collins, a former Top 100 recruit, primarily played linebacker, but also lined up as a pass rusher because of the Razorbacks' lack of depth along the defensive line in certain schemes.

Collins' recruiting mate, defensive lineman Kavion Henderson, will enter the portal after two seasons with the Razorbacks.

The former 4-star recruit saw action in Arkansas' two victories over Alabama A&M and Arkansas State.

Arkansas Razorbacks quarterback Grayson Wilson throws a pass during fall camp practices on the outdoor fields
Arkansas Razorbacks quarterback Grayson Wilson throws a pass during fall camp practices on the outdoor fields in Fayetteville, Ark. | Andy Hodges-allHOGS Images

He chose the Razorbacks in a competitive recruitment with offers from the likes of Alabama, Arizona State, Auburn, Colorado, Duke, Florida, Florida State, Georgia, Kentucky, LSU, Louisville, Michigan, Michigan State, Mississippi State, Missouri, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Ole Miss, Oregon, Purdue South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas A&M, USC, Wisconsin and others.

Former 4-star quarterback Grayson Wilson was one of the Razorbacks most loyal signees during hte 2025 recruiting haul, but announced he has made the decision to transfer after one season in town. Wilson took a redshirt and will have four years of eligibility left to play at his next school.

Lastly, wide receiver Andy Jean will leave the program after one season after previously announcing he intended to stay with the Razorbacks on Dec. 15. Jean caught one pass for 21 yards after seeing action in five games this season.

Which Razorbacks are “All in?”

  • QB KJ Jackson, Redshirt Sophomore
  • QB Trever Jackson, Redshirt Sophomore
  • RB Braylen Russell, Junior
  • WR Jalen Brown, Redshirt Junior
  • WR CJ Brown, Junior
  • TE Gavin Garretson, Redshirt Freshman
  • OL Caden Kitler, Redshirt Senior
  • OL Kobe Branham, Redshirt Sophomore
  • DE Quincy Rhodes, Senior
  • DL Kevin Oatis, Redshirt Sophomore
  • DE Trent Sellers, Redshirt Sophomore
  • WR Antonio Jordan, Redshirt Freshman
  • LB Wyatt Simmons, Redshirt Freshman
  • RB Markeylin Batton, Redshirt Freshman
  • FB Maddox Lassiter, Redshirt Junior
  • WR Ismael Cisse, Redshirt Junior
  • OL Kash Courtney, Redshirt Freshman
  • DE Kieundre Johnson, Redshirt Freshman
  • DE Caleb Bell, Redshirt Sophomore
  • K Scott Starzyk, Sophomore

Arkansas Razorbacks Departures

Keshawn Davila, DB

After one season in town, the former JUCO All-American opted to enter the transfer portal following the hiring of new Razorbacks coach Ryan Silverfield.

He played in all 12 games, recording just two tackles and a pair of pass break-ups. The former No. 1 JUCO cornerback will have two years remaining at his next school. 

Davila was highly sought after out of East Mississippi Community College with offers from Iowa, Florida, Michigan State, Utah, Arizona State and Virginia Tech. During the 2024 season, he took official visits to Iowa, Virginia Tech, Arizona State and Michigan State.

Arkansas Razorbacks defensive back Keshawn Davila during practices on the outdoor fields
Arkansas Razorbacks defensive back Keshawn Davila during practices on the outdoor fields in Fayetteville, Ark. | Andy Hodges-Hogs On SI Images

Shaq McRoy, OL

The Razorbacks missed out on the former Top 100 prospect out of high school when he decided to sign with Oregon over Arkansas. McRoy entered the transfer portal after one year with the Ducks after not seeing the field as a freshman.

McRoy, a 6-foot-8, 335 pound offensive tackle, played most of his snaps at right tackle in relief of veteran E'Marion Harris this season.

He logged 58 snaps, finishing with a 64.6 offensive grade with a 50.1 score in pass-blocking and 63.9 score in run-blocking, per Pro Football Focus.

Out of high school, McRoy was considered a 4-star prospect nationally, No. 95 player overall, No. 9 among offensive tackles and No. 7 player in Alabama, according to 247sports. He fielded offers from other programs such as Colorado, Kentucky, Ole Miss, Auburn, Florida, Clemson, Miami, Mississippi State, Tennessee and many others.

Tavion Wallace, LB

Arkansas’ prized recruit of the 2025 class caused former defensive coordinator Travis Williams to run the halls of the football complex with joy. At the time, Wallace was the No. 36 ranked recruit in his class, but ultimately dropped No. 185 when he signed with the Razorbacks. 

He logged just two total tackles in nine appearances and will have four years left to play at the college level.

As a recruit, Wallace was one of the more highly sought after recruits for 2025 with 24 offers from across the country, including Florida, Florida State, Georgia, Auburn, LSU, Michigan, Mississippi State, Missouri, Ohio State, South Carolina, USC, and many others.

Ian Geffrard, DL

The 6-foot-5, 390 pound tackle made it to Arkansas "a biscuit shy of 400 pounds," according to former coach Sam Pittman. Geffrard transformed his body over his first two offseasons to provide his availability on a defensive line that lacked depth across the line of scrimmage in 2025.

As a recruit, the Georgia native was ranked as the No. 1,166 ranked player in the 2023 class, and No. 113 prospect in the Peach State, according to 247Sports rankings.

He held offers from 14 schools, but committed to Arkansas over Auburn, Duke, Georgia Tech, Louisville, Mississippi State, Texas, North Carolina, Minnesota and several others.

Arkansas Razorbacks coach Ryan Silverfield in first day on the job at the Smith Center
Arkansas Razorbacks coach Ryan Silverfield in first day on the job at the Smith Center in Fayetteville, Ark. | Arkansas Communications

Kaleb James, DL

The Mansfield, Texas native committed to Arkansas over offers from Arizona State, Baylor, Boston College, Colorado, Kansas, Kansas State, Maryland, Michigan State, Minnesota, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Texas Tech, Utah, Virginia and others.

He was the No. 701 player in the country, No. 75 among defensive tackles and No. 105 player in Texas in the 2023 recruiting cycle, according to 247Sports.

AJ Green, RB

During high school, Green was considered a can't miss prospect out of the Tulsa area who had track speed to burn opposing defenses.

He chose Arkansas over offers from programs such as Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, LSU, Baylor, South Carolina, Texas Tech and many others.

He signed with the Razorbacks as a 4-star prospect ranked No. 114 nationally, No. 3 among athletes and No. 2 player in Oklahoma, according to 247Sports.

Green has recorded 204 carries for 964 yards and six touchdowns across four seasons. He missed the entire 2024 season due to a ruptured Achilles.

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JACOB DAVIS

Jacob Davis is a reporter for Arkansas Razorbacks on SI, with a decade of experience covering high school and transfer portal recruiting. He has previously worked at Rivals, Saturday Down South, SB Nation and hosted podcasts with Bleav Podcast Network where his show was a finalist for podcast of the year. Native of El Dorado, he currently resides in Central Arkansas with his wife and daughter.