Julian Neal brought veteran edge and ball-hawking pop to Arkansas
In the 2025 season, Julian Neal gave Arkansas exactly what coaches crave from a DB: reliable production, size, and a playmaking nose for the football, finishing with 55 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 10 pass breakups in 12 starts. He stood out as a physical perimeter corner with good length at 6-foot-2, 208 pounds, plus the versatility to fit man/zone concepts and even slide inside if needed. His value went beyond the box score—experience, toughness, and a clearly high-intensity style made him a plug-and-play fit for a defense needing veteran steadiness.
