Offensive lineman Cole Carson didn't have high expectations early on in the recruiting process, but a scholarship offer from University of Arkansas offensive line coach Brad Davis last week changed things.
"It means a whole lot to me," Carson said. "I never would've thought that one of the biggest schools in college football --Arkansas -- would consider looking at me."
Carson, 6-6, 285 pounds, of Bogata (Texas) Rivercrest had offers from Texas- San Antonio, Louisiana-Monroe and Dartmouth prior to his offer from the Hogs.
"The first thing when I started getting into this recruiting deal, I was like, 'Dang, well I reckon I don't need to set my sights too high because I reckon I won't get noticed by those type of schools,' " Carson said.
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That was until Arkansas offensive coordinator Kendal Briles direct-messaged him on Twitter on Thursday.
"Lo and behold I got a message from Kendal Briles talking about how he loved my film," Carson said.
He was notified of the offer during a conversation with Davis.
"He told me how he loved my film and how explosive and good on my feet I was," Carson said. "He talked about the atmosphere and how beautiful the campus is. He really sold it on me thats for sure. He's a real good guy."
He's also drawing interest from TCU and SMU along with another SEC school.
"Texas A&M has shown a little interest. Maybe they'll show a little bit more now that Arkansas offered," Carson said.
He said he plans to visit Arkansas on March 7.