FAYETTEVILLE — Surrounded by defensive teammates and looking toward one of the video boards in Kyle Field, Jalen Catalon was in disbelief when he learned his Saturday night would be cut short.
The redshirt freshman safety was disqualified late in the first quarter against No. 8 Texas A&M after being penalized for targeting Aggies receiver Chase Lane at the end of a 15-yard reception. But before Catalon headed toward the sideline and his helmet was gathered by an equipment manager, Arkansas coach Sam Pittman provided a personal message and an encouraging pat on the back.
Pittman understood the call.