BREAKING: Arkansas Razorbacks to Erect Statue at Donald W.Reynolds Razorbacks stadium Honoring Darren Mcfadden for His Legacy and Impact on Franchise Greatness…(ESPN Report)
BREAKING: Arkansas Razorbacks to Erect Statue at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium Honoring Darren McFadden for His Legacy and Impact on Program Greatness (ESPN Report)
Fayetteville, AR — In a move that cements his status as one of the greatest Razorbacks of all time, the University of Arkansas will erect a bronze statue of Darren McFadden outside Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, according to an exclusive ESPN report released this morning.
The tribute comes as a long-awaited recognition of McFadden’s legendary college career and the lasting impact he’s had on Razorback football, both on and off the field.
A two-time Heisman Trophy runner-up (2006 and 2007), McFadden dazzled fans with his speed, strength, and signature “Wild Hog” formation. He left Arkansas as the school’s all-time leading rusher with 4,590 yards and 41 total touchdowns, and is widely credited with putting Razorback football on the national map during the mid-2000s.
“This is more than a statue—it’s a symbol of what excellence, loyalty, and heart look like,” said Arkansas athletic director Hunter Yurachek. “Darren McFadden is Razorback royalty, and it’s time that is permanently honored.”
The statue will depict McFadden mid-stride, stiff-arming a defender with his iconic No. 5 jersey, capturing the power and grace that defined his playing days. According to university officials, the unveiling ceremony is scheduled for the start of the upcoming football season and will include appearances from former coaches, teammates, and Razorback legends.
When reached for comment by ESPN, McFadden was visibly emotional.
“I don’t even have the words,” he said. “I ran for this team, for this state, and for these fans. To know that I’ll stand outside that stadium forever—it’s humbling. It’s an honor I never dreamed of, but one I’ll cherish forever.”
Fans across Arkansas erupted with pride on social media, many sharing personal memories of McFadden’s most iconic runs—like his 80-yard dash against LSU or his dominant performance in the triple-overtime victory over Georgia in 2007.
“D-Mac was a generational player,” said one longtime fan. “He didn’t just win games—he gave us an identity.”
The announcement comes on the heels of McFadden’s recent appointment as General Assistant Manager, signaling a full-circle return to the program he once carried on his back.
As preparations begin for the statue’s construction, one thing is certain: Darren McFadden’s legacy is no longer just in the record books—it’s now cast in bronze, standing as a permanent reminder of Razorback greatness.