Sunday recruiting tidbits

Safety Steven Parker II.

Steven Parker Sr., the father of highly recruited safety Steven Parker of Jenks, Oklahoma said his son's visit to Arkansas was successful. They continue to be impressed with defensive coordinator Chris Ash.

They spent time with Ash before the game and liked what he had to say. Parker Sr. said he was speaking to a state trooper and when the trooper learned who his son was he made sure to say Arkansas sure could use him. That made a big impression on Sr.

He also praised recruiting coordinator Chris Hauser and everyone at Arkansas for being on the same page. He said his son would definitely be back for an official visit.

Only concern was the lack of a dorm just for athletes. As a father, he likes the structure that would bring. He made it clear it wasn't something is son was concerned with.

Junior offensive lineman Keaton Sutherland of Flower Mound, Texas, Marcus said he was able to spend about 20 minutes with Coach Bret Bielema before the game. He said Bielema told him how much he's wanted at Arkansas.

Very impressed with the game atmosphere. He has offers from Arkansas, Baylor, TCU, Oklahoma and Texas Tech. No time frame for a decision.

Sophomore guard Malik Monk of Bentonville visited Arkansas on Saturday and watched the Hogs work out in Barnhill arena. He likes Coach Mike Anderson's fast paced style of play and the emphasis on defensive. He respects Anderson and how teaches the game.

ESPN rates Monk the No. 8 prospect in the 2016 class.

His brother, Marcus was also on hand for the Saturday visit. The younger Monk said his brother helps keeps him humble. Arkansas, UConn, Memphis, Kansas, Florida and Indiana have offered.

North Little Rock junior receiver K.J. Hill had 8 receptions for 151 yards and 2 TDs vs. Cabot on Friday.

Junior receiver La'Michael Pettway of Nashville had 13 catches for 258 yards and 1 TD against Arkadelphia.

Arkansas Coach Bret Bielema attended the Bentonville-Springdale Har-Ber game on Friday night to watch defensive lineman Josh Frazier.