Spaight headlines Hogs' seven AP All-SEC selections

December 8, 2014 at 4:12 p.m.

by Andrew Hutchinson

In this Oct. 18, 2014, photo, Arkansas linebacker Martrell Spaight defends against Georgia during an NCAA college football game in Little Rock, Ark. Spaight feels like he's always had to overcome something, from a childhood speech impediment to doubts by college coaches about his size. (AP Photo/Danny Johnston)

Linebacker Martrell Spaight was selected as a first-team All-SEC performer by the Associated Press, while six other Razorbacks were also recognized.

Spaight was the only first-team selection from Arkansas, but running back Jonathan Williams and defensive tackle Darius Philon made the second-team and four others earned honorable mention honors.

With 123 tackles, Spaight is the leading tackler in the SEC and his 10.3 tackles per game ranks 16th in the country. He is the Razorbacks' first first-team All-SEC linebacker since Sam Olajubutu in 2006.

Williams has rushed for 1,085 yards and 11 touchdowns, while Philon has 10.5 tackles for loss and three fumble recoveries, including one for a touchdown.

Tight end Hunter Henry, defensive end Trey Flowers and offensive linemen Denver Kirkland and Dan Skipper were Arkansas' four honorable mention selections.