Miami (Fla.) Norland outside linebacker Rayshad Jackson was all even between Arkansas and Florida heading into his official visit to see the Gators this weekend. The 6-foot-1, 210-pound prospect did not leave Gainesville without committing to Florida.

"First of all, I think I fit the academic program and it will make successful in the long run," Jackson said. "Football, they have a great program and I will improve tremendously."

Jackson informed his position coach Randy Shannon and the rest of the Florida coaching staff of the good news.

They said 'Welcome to the family.' Coach Shannon said he was going to teach me all the fundamentals of linebackers and I will be a great player."

247Sports currently rates Jackson a three-star prospect with an 83 grade.