Norman's Donovan Roberts Commits to Arkansas

The Tigers' junior committed to the Razorbacks Wednesday despite having numerous offers on the table.

Thursday, July 28th 2011, 6:13 pm

By: News On 6

Norman's Donovan Roberts Commits to Arkansas

Originally Published: Apr 28, 2011 12:51 PM CDT

Oklahoma Sports Staff

NORMAN, Oklahoma -- After visiting Fayetteville, Ark. and receiving an official offer a week earlier, Norman running back Donovan Roberts committed to play for the Arkansas Razorbacks Wednesday afternoon.

In his junior season for the Tigers, Roberts rushed for 2,002 yards and 32 touchdowns on 308 carries, leading Norman to an 8-3 record and a playoff berth.

The 6-foot, 195-pound back had offers from Arizona, Indiana, Iowa State, Kansas State, Michigan, Pittsburgh and Tulsa on the table when he committed to Arkansas.