Arkansas receiver Jaedon Wilson announces he's stepping away from Razorbacks

Surprising news came out of Fayetteville on Friday when redshirt junior wide receiver Jaedon Wilson announced that he’d be stepping away from the Arkansas Razorbacks program. Publishing a lengthy message on his Instagram account that revealed he’s be stepping away from his role in the team and looking forward to his next chapter in life.

Wilson played in eight snaps on offense in Arkansas dominant season opener Arkansas-Pine Bluff. Closing a curtain on his Razorback career after playing in 22 total games with four starts where he caught 18 passes for 248 yards and two touchdowns.

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“I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to the University of Arkansas, its dedicated fans, my coaches, my teammates, and the community of Fayetteville,” Wilson wrote. “As I prepare to step away from my role on the football team, it is important for me to reflect on the incredible journey have experienced during my time in Fayetteville.”

“First and foremost, I want to thank the University of Arkansas for providing me with an exceptional environment to grow both academically and athletically. I also want to give thanks and state how proud I am to be a graduate of the University of Arkansas. l am looking forward to the next chapter of my life as I will continue to dedicate myself to playing at the highest level of college football. I love the sport and my passion to play is greater than ever.”

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According to Wilson’s message, it appears that he still intends to continue his football career. Just not with the Razorbacks as he entered his fourth season with the program this year. Not disclosing specifically what led to his decision to step away from the Arkansas program.

“I would like to wish the best to all the coaches and players at the University of Arkansas and I will be cheering for all of you,” Wilson added. I have treasured my time in Fayetteville and will miss my Hog family. Please understand and respect this decision for I truly believe it is best for me and my family at this time. Thanks go hogs!”

Wilson was a four-star high school prospect out of DeSoto, Texas ranked the No. 53 wide receiver for the 2021 recruiting class. And it will be fascinating to see if he reopens his recruitment through the transfer portal in the future.