After announcing his intent to transfer from Arkansas’ football program in mid-December, former Razorbacks receiver Jordan Jones has found his transfer destination.
Jones, a native of Smackover, committed to Cincinnati on Saturday in a post on his Twitter account.
“Today is an awesome day for my family and especially for me,” Jones wrote. “This has been one of the longest transitions that I’ve had to endure throughout my athletic career. I want to take the time to thank the U of A, my coaches and teammates for my time here.
“This process has been humbling, yet eye-opening,” he continued. “We have prayed nonstop for God to direct my path and to put me in a place where I can flourish. As it got closer to decision time, the one thing that stuck in my mind was another opportunity to play for my first college (offensive coordinator) Dan Enos … who has always stuck by my side.”
Enos, who served as Arkansas' offensive coordinator from 2015-17 under former coach Bret Bielema, was hired as Cincinnati's running backs coach in March.
Jones did not play in the Razorbacks' 2019 season after undergoing surgery on his ankle. He played in 22 games the two seasons before and caught 37 passes for 593 yards and four touchdowns.
Jones redshirted as a true freshman in 2016 and likely could have two seasons of eligibility remaining with the Bearcats.
A four-star recruit out of Smackover High School, Jones was a consensus top-100 receiver nationally by ESPN, Rivals and 247 Sports. He was also rated the No. 4 prospect in Arkansas, according to 247 Sports.
Jones initially chose the Razorbacks over a scholarship offer from Tulsa.