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The Southeastern Conference has expanded to 16 teams, adopted a nine‑game schedule, and mandated a tenth game against a Power‑Four opponent, reshaping rivalries and future playoff positioning.
After a strong start in Tacoma, Arroyo’s swing decisions and pitch selection reveal both promise and areas for growth.
Jim Lindsey, the Arkansas-born running back who led the Razorbacks to a 1964 national championship and later won an NFL title with the Minnesota Vikings, died at 81. His post‑sport career in real estate and philanthropy, along with a brief political bid, left a lasting imprint on Arkansas.
At SEC Media Days in Tampa, Arkansas head coach Ryan Silverfield outlined the quarterback competition between KJ Jackson and AJ Hill, stressing daily evaluation, efficiency, leadership and timing for the season opener.
After a record‑breaking 2025, Missouri’s ground game faces both promise and doubt as key players return and a pivotal coach shapes the next chapter.
Alfie Thompson, a 15‑year‑old pitcher‑catcher from Lakeside, has been selected for the USA Baseball National Team Identification Series, where he will compete in Cary, North Carolina, against the nation’s top youth talent.
Central Arkansas head coach Nathan Brown will meet his former roommate and friend Mike Norvell, now leading Florida State, in a first‑ever meeting that promises both a personal reunion and a professional challenge.
The Harding University women's basketball program celebrated a milestone season, capturing both a conference championship and a national academic honor.
Despite being projected last in the SEC Preseason Poll, Arkansas embraces an underdog mindset, focusing on self‑improvement and performance as fall camp opens.
At SEC Media Days in Tampa, Florida, Arkansas Razorbacks head coach Ryan Silverfield outlined his plan to bounce back from a 2‑10 season, emphasizing NIL resources, surgical recovery and community support.
The 2026 SEC schedule expands to nine conference games, delivering high‑profile contests that will influence the conference title race and College Football Playoff positioning.
The Razorbacks announced a program‑record 12 selections in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighted by three first‑round picks, while navigating the loss of key players and integrating a full slate of unsigned high‑school signees.
Michael Anderson’s selection in the 2026 MLB Draft caps a career that blended power hitting with a rare fastball, but a torn UCL casts doubt on his pitching future.
A look at the Arkansas right‑hander’s 1.88 ERA, six saves and high‑velocity fastball that earned him a spot in the Royals’ system.
Ethan McElvain, a Tennessee‑born right‑hander who honed his craft at Arkansas and Vanderbilt, was chosen by the Kansas City Royals in the fifth round of the 2026 MLB Draft, a move that could reshape his professional trajectory.
The Pirates finished 2025 with a 9‑4 record and a Military Bowl victory, but will enter 2026 with only 42 % of last year’s production and a brand‑new offensive scheme.
Marcus Spears, a top‑ranked 2026 recruit, chose Texas over Louisville, prompting the Cardinals to pivot toward other high‑profile prospects as they prepare for a marquee matchup.
Arkansas pitcher Carson Wiggins was selected 27th overall by the New York Mets, sparking discussions about his injury‑impacted profile and the team’s strategic bonus allocation.
The Yankees selected left‑handed pitcher Hunter Dietz with the 35th overall pick, recognizing his dominant college performance and high‑value slot projection.
TCU’s standout pitcher Lance Davis has decided against the 2026 MLB Draft, opting instead to remain with the Horned Frogs through the 2027 campaign, a move that brings back veteran right‑handers Louis Rodriguez and Kade Eudy from injury.
Arkansas catcher Ryder Helfrick was chosen 15th overall by the Arizona Diamondbacks, capping a collegiate career marked by elite defense and a projected $5.24 million slot value.
Liam Peterson passed up a professional contract to play three seasons at Florida, emerging as a top 2026 MLB draft prospect whose performance may influence how future prospects evaluate their own paths.
Projected as a top‑10 to top‑20 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron is drawing attention from CBS Sports, ESPN and The Athletic, each linking him to different clubs. His blend of speed, power and athleticism is clear, yet concerns about approach and plate discipline could shape his landing spot.
Four Auburn players have been selected to Athlon Sports' Preseason All-SEC teams, underscoring the program's depth on both sides of the ball and setting the stage for a competitive SEC campaign.