Razorbacks Nearly Landed Heisman Runner-Up in 2023—If Only He Entered the Portal 🤯🐗
In one of the most surprising what-if moments in recent college football memory, it’s now being revealed that the Arkansas Razorbacks were seriously in play to land the Heisman runner-up — had he chosen to enter the transfer portal during the 2023 offseason.
Yes, you read that right.
According to multiple insiders, Arkansas had positioned itself as a top potential destination for the dynamic quarterback had he explored the portal. The interest wasn’t just mutual — it was real. With an SEC-ready offensive scheme, an aggressive NIL package, and a coaching staff eager to take the next step, the Razorbacks were quietly preparing to make a monumental move.
🧨 A Program-Changing “Almost”
Had the deal gone through, it could have catapulted the Hogs into national relevance, perhaps even SEC contention. Pairing the Heisman-level playmaker with Arkansas’s offensive weapons might have completely altered the 2023 season—and beyond.
> “He would’ve been the most electric player to ever wear a Razorbacks jersey,” one SEC analyst said. “And Arkansas was ready.”
But the star quarterback ultimately opted to stay at his school, posting another dazzling season that earned him a trip to New York and left Arkansas fans wondering… what if?
🔮 Looking Forward
This near-miss proves one thing: Arkansas is no longer on the sidelines in the transfer portal game. They’re playing to win—and they’re getting dangerously close to landing a true superstar.
Next time the portal opens, don’t be shocked if the Razorbacks finish what they nearly started in 2023.
