Monte Harrison's Journey: Turning 30 and Stepping into His Sophomore Season After a Decade in Professional Baseball

Arkansas Wide Receiver Monte Harrison embarks on his sophomore season at the remarkable age of 30, following a decade spent in professional baseball. His journey has been extraordinary! Harrison’s sports career spans multiple MLB franchises before he made the decision to fulfill his collegiate dreams with the Arkansas Razorbacks. On the field, he exhibits formidable talent and a strong presence, making him a player to watch in the upcoming season. Initially a high school football star, Harrison committed to Nebraska, but in 2014, he was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the second round, choosing a path in professional baseball over college football. His ten-year venture in the minors culminated in his debut with both the Miami Marlins and the Los Angeles Angels, participating in 50 major league games. Despite these successes, Harrison’s enthusiasm for football lingered. After leaving baseball in 2023, he joined the Arkansas football program in June 2024. Last season, he made an impact with two receptions for 29 yards, also recovering an onside kick. Remarkably, he became just the second player in FBS history to record stats after previously playing in Major League Baseball. Due to NCAA regulations, the 30-year-old retains up to three years of...