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Doneiko Slaughter is staying in the SEC.
The former Tennessee defensive back announced on Friday afternoon that he’s transferring to Arkansas. He’ll join the Razorbacks after spending the past 4 seasons in Knoxville.
Here’s his announcement:
Ain’t nobody from my hood made it this far I had to paint this out. It’s more to it than me when I finish this piece!?? pic.twitter.com/htjJpGn1LG
— Doneiko Slaughter? (@Neikoslaughter) December 15, 2023
Slaughter has been a key player on Tennessee’s defense for the past 2 campaigns. He’s recorded 30+ tackles in each of the past 2 seasons. His best year with the Vols came in 2022 when he recorded 31 tackles, 1 interception and 7 pass deflections.
He’ll join an Arkansas secondary that will be hoping to make a big leap forward in 2024. The Razorbacks struggled this past season and finished 11th in the SEC in passer rating efficiency defense.
Slaughter is the fourth transfer to commit to Arkansas so far this offseason. The Razorbacks have been aggressive in the early going with the transfer portal as they hope to get back to bowl eligibility next season.
Arkansas is set to host Tennessee next season. The Vols will be in Fayetteville on Oct. 5, 2024.
Spenser is a news editor for Saturday Down South and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.
