SMU lands another transfer OT from Arkansas

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SMU has landed a commitment from another former Arkansas offensive lineman. This time, it's tackle Andrew Chamblee, according to ESPN.com. A redshirt freshman in 2023, he was listed on the Arkansas website at 6-6 and 304 pounds.

Coming out of Maumelle (Ark.) High School, he reported offers (in addition to Arkansas from Miami (where he was recruited by current SMU offensive line coach Garin Justice), Tennessee, Penn State, Auburn, Colorado, Florida, Kansas, Louisville, Michigan State, Mississippi State, Missouri, Nebraska, Ole Miss, Southern Miss, TCU, Virginia, Virginia Tech

His Arkansas bio:

2022 (FRESHMAN): Redshirted in his first season at Arkansas.

HIGH SCHOOL: Enrolled early and participated in spring practices … Rated a four-star prospect by 247Sports and ESPN and a three-star prospect by Rivals … Ranked the No. 2 player in Arkansas and No. 17 offensive tackle in the country according to 247Sports … Played offensive line for Kirk Horton at Maumelle High School … High school teammates with fellow classmate Nico Davillier … Member of ESPN’s 300 … Named a 2022 All-American and an All-American Bowl participant for his performance as a senior … Earned a 91.9 grade as a senior with 22.5 pancake blocks, 27.5 knockdowns and 10 drive blocks … As a junior started at left tackle for a team that went 6-4 and qualified for the playoffs … In his sophomore season, helped Maumelle to an 8-3 record and playoff appearance … CHOSE ARKANSAS OVER: Auburn, Florida, Michigan State, Ole Miss, Penn State, Tennessee and others.