When the Senior Bowl rosters were officially announced, Arkansas football fans had plenty to be proud of. Six Razorbacks earned invitations to one of the pre-draft process’s biggest and most important events, and in a fitting twist, all six will be representing the same side, the American squad. That means one final opportunity for these players to compete together on the same field, wearing the same logo on their helmets, before they begin their individual NFL journeys.
Senior Bowl Provides a Major Opportunity for NFL Aspirations
The Senior Bowl has long been viewed as a critical proving ground for NFL hopefuls. It’s the last chance for prospects to show evaluators what they can do in live, competitive football with pads on, against some of the best talent in the country. For Arkansas, sending six players to Mobile is a testament to both the talent on the roster and the development those players received during their time in Fayetteville.
Arkansas’ six Senior Bowl participants are quarterback Taylen Green, running back Mike Washington Jr., offensive lineman Fernando Carmona, defensive tackle Cameron Ball, linebacker Xavian Sorey, and cornerback Julian Neal. That total ties Texas Tech for the second-most players represented by any program in the nation, trailing only Texas A&M, which leads with seven.
Among the group, Green, Washington, and Neal appear poised to hear their names called earlier in the draft than the other three. Each brings a skill set that NFL teams covet and a chance to separate themselves during a week where practices can matter just as much, if not more, than the game itself.
Arkansas Football Showing Up and Ready to Show Out
Green, in particular, enters the week with a massive opportunity. In a quarterback class that lacks clear top-end separation, his tools stand out. His athleticism, arm strength, and overall upside make him arguably the most intriguing quarterback participating in the Senior Bowl. A strong showing in practices and interviews could go a long way toward elevating his draft stock and solidifying himself as one of the more appealing developmental quarterbacks in the class.
Washington Jr. brings physicality and versatility to the running back position, traits that often translate well at the next level, while Neal’s coverage ability and competitiveness give him a chance to rise on draft boards in a cornerback group filled with opportunity.
Meanwhile, Sorey, Ball, and Carmona may not generate the same level of headlines, but they represent the kind of players that winning NFL teams are built on. All three project as quality depth options and potential contributors, especially in the middle rounds of the draft. Players taken in the fourth round and beyond may not always be labeled “flashy,” but they often carve out long, meaningful careers by doing the small things right and bringing consistency to their roles.
The week ahead is critical for all six Razorbacks. From one-on-one drills to team sessions and the game itself, every rep is being evaluated. Every snap is an opportunity to prove they belong at the next level.
Their paths to the NFL officially begin now. Each of these players represented Arkansas with pride during their collegiate careers, and now they get one last chance to do it together. The helmets may soon change, and the uniforms will be different, but before that happens, the Razorbacks will take the field one more time; united, motivated, and chasing the same dream.