2025 RB Markeylin Batton commits to Arkansas

Atlanta (Texas) 2025 running back Markeylin Batton has committed to Arkansas, he announced on Friday afternoon.

Batton chose the Razorbacks over offers from Missouri, Texas Tech, Houston, Michigan State and a handful of other programs.

“After great conversation with @FBCoachJSmith I’m blessed to say I’m committed to the University of Arkansas,” he wrote on Twitter.

After great conversation with @@FBCoachJSmith I’m blessed to say I’m committed to the University of Arkansas! ❤️🐗 @Amorton501 @CoachMorton47 pic.twitter.com/zFC9xqvddx

— Markeylin Batton (@MarkeylinB) January 12, 2024

Batton is the fourth commitment for the Razorbacks in the 2025 cycle, joining four-star running back Jamarion Parker, three-star quarterback Grayson Wilson, and kicker Evan Noel.

In two seasons at the varsity level, Batton has rushed for 1,270 yards and 18 touchdowns, averaging better than 7.5 yards per carry. As a junior this fall, he emerged as a receiving threat though, hauling in 16 catches for 255 yards and four touchdowns.

Batton also stars on defense, where he totaled 17 tackles and a pair of passes defended from his cornerback spot.