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Injured Arkansas RB Jonathan Williams says he's 'most likely' headed to the NFL

(AP Photo/Danny Johnston, File)
(AP Photo/Danny Johnston, File)

After suffering a serious foot injury, Arkansas senior running back Jonathan Williams could take a medical redshirt and return in 2016, but Williams said Thursday that he has other plans.

According to the Associated Press, Williams said he would “most likely” head to the NFL once this season ends. And though his injury required surgery and is scheduled to keep him out of action for 4-5 months, Williams is holding out hope that he may be able to play this season.

From the AP:

Williams, who led the Razorbacks with 1,190 yards rushing last season, was injured during a scrimmage almost two weeks ago – an injury that led to surgery to insert two screws to help ligaments heal.

While he said the rehabilitation is expected to take 4-5 months, he still holds out the hope of being able to play at Arkansas again this season. And he was very clear, whether the plays or not, that he's still an active member of the Razorbacks, who elected him as a team captain last week.

“I'm still definitely 100 percent on this football team, so later in the season if I'm fully cleared and I feel good about being able to play and being healthy, I'll definitely try to play,” Williams said.

Williams is a well-respected guy around the SEC, as evidenced by a note sent to Williams by league commissioner Greg Sankey. Williams posted the note on his Twitter account on Friday:

Williams has 2,321 career rushing yards, so his absence is a big loss for the Arkansas offense. Luckily, junior Alex Collins is back for the Razorbacks. Collins rushed for 1,100 yards and 12 touchdowns in 2014.

Coming off a 7-6 record in 2014, Arkansas (No. 16 in the Dr. Saturday Top 25) opens up at home against UTEP on Sept. 5.

For more Arkansas news, HawgSports.com.

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