Arkansas football is starting to pick up serious steam on the recruiting trail, and there’s a name Razorback fans need to start getting familiar with: Jamison Roberts. The 2027 quarterback out of Saraland, Alabama, just narrowed his list down to eight schools-Arkansas, Auburn, Oklahoma, Duke, Iowa, Ole Miss, Northwestern, and Kentucky-and the Hogs are right in the thick of it.
That’s not just good news. That’s potentially program-shifting news.
Jamison Roberts: A Potential Cornerstone for the 2027 Class
Roberts is currently rated as a three-star prospect, but don’t let that ranking fool you-this kid’s stock is trending up, and fast. At 6-foot-3 and 200 pounds, he’s got the size you want in a modern quarterback.
But it’s the skill set that really pops. He’s a true dual-threat-able to beat you from the pocket or break the game open with his legs.
That kind of versatility is exactly what Arkansas head coach Ryan Silverfield is looking for as he reshapes the Razorbacks’ identity.
Silverfield didn’t waste any time addressing the quarterback room when he arrived in Fayetteville. He brought AJ Hill with him from Memphis and got former 2027 QB prospect Hank Hendrix to reclassify and enroll early.
But if there’s one thing Silverfield understands from his time at Memphis, it’s this: you never stop recruiting quarterbacks. The best programs stack talent, create competition, and let development decide the depth chart.
Roberts fits that mold perfectly.
A Proven Winner with Sky-High Upside
Roberts spent his sophomore year backing up KJ Lacey-now a Texas signee-but took over as the starter this past season and didn’t just fill the role, he owned it. He led one of Alabama’s top high school programs to a 13-1 record and looked like a seasoned vet doing it. Poise, production, leadership-it was all there.
And the numbers? They speak for themselves:
- 219 completions on 300 attempts (73%)
- 3,370 passing yards
- 37 passing touchdowns to just 5 interceptions
- 104 carries for 641 rushing yards (6.2 yards per carry)
- 21 rushing touchdowns
That’s not just a stat line-it’s a statement.
According to national scouts, Roberts’ mechanics aren’t textbook, but they’re effective. He’s got a quick, sometimes side-arm release that generates easy torque and delivers tight spirals in tight windows-especially over the middle.
In the read-option game, he’s a nightmare for defenders. Quick acceleration, sudden changes of direction, and the ability to escape pressure make him dangerous in ways that can’t be coached.
Yes, there’s still room for refinement. But that’s what makes this such an intriguing recruitment. Roberts is already producing at a high level, and there’s still untapped potential waiting to be developed.
Why This Matters for Arkansas
If Arkansas can land Roberts, it would be a huge step forward for Silverfield’s first full recruiting class in 2027. More than that, it would send a clear message: the Razorbacks are serious about building something sustainable. It’s not just about plugging holes-it’s about stacking talent, especially at the game’s most important position.
And Roberts isn’t just a good fit schematically-he fits the culture Silverfield is trying to build. Tough, competitive, and unafraid of the spotlight.
This is one recruitment Razorback fans should be watching closely. Because if Roberts ends up calling Fayetteville home, it could be the beginning of something special.