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Coach Ryan Silverfield frames Arkansas’ opening game against North Alabama as the most important of the year, likening its intensity to a Super Bowl, while highlighting the leadership of quarterbacks KJ Jackson, AJ Hill and Cade Trotter and a roster bolstered by 80 newcomers.
The Razorbacks and the Lions have published their initial depth charts, revealing key starters and backups for the upcoming game at Reynolds Razorback Stadium, which will be broadcast on the SEC Network.
After a tightly contested preseason battle with AJ Hill, KJ Jackson earned the starting role, highlighted by his performance in critical offensive situations and a solid finish to the 2024 season.
Arkansas has announced KJ Jackson as its starting quarterback for the 2026 season, replacing AJ Hill. The former Alabama standout, who earned SEC experience with five starts last year, will open the season against North Alabama on September 5.
Arkansas football coach Ryan Silverfield uses controlled scrimmages to sharpen effort, preparation and teamwork ahead of a challenging season opener.
The Razorbacks' defense delivered a standout performance, featuring a diving pick by Tay Lockett and a water‑spraying technique aimed at sharpening concentration.
Ryan Silverfield arrives in Fayetteville with a player‑centric philosophy, sparking divided fan sentiment, a quarterback battle, defensive upgrades, and the hiring of general manager Gaizka Crowley, all pointing toward a potentially breakthrough season.
The Razorbacks are finalizing a depth chart that mixes proven veterans with promising newcomers, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 season.
During Arkansas football's recent 11‑on‑11 preseason session, freshman cornerback Brandon Ford delivered a series of pivotal plays, drawing praise from head coach Ryan Silverfield while the offense grappled with early miscues.
The Razorbacks resumed drills on August 18, 2024, sparking the first full‑speed work of fall camp. Coach staff emphasized a balanced attack, mixing quick passes with traditional runs as the team looks to fine‑tune its offense before the season opener.
A look at the evolving quarterback competition between KJ Jackson and AJ Hill, highlighting recent performances, coach confidence, and what lies ahead.
Arkansas unveiled a high‑octane preseason scrimmage featuring big plays on both sides of the ball, with the coaching staff emphasizing consistency and complementary football as the quarterback battle remains unresolved.
The first preseason scrimmage for Arkansas football showcased big plays, including a 96‑yard reception by Chris Marshall and intense quarterback battles between KJ Jackson and AJ Hill, while coaches weighed defensive concerns.
The Razorbacks opened fall camp with a high‑octane scrimmage, showcasing explosive plays from new wideout Chris Marshall and a balanced attack led by quarterbacks KJ Jackson and AJ Hill, while the defense began to find its rhythm.
With temperatures hitting 98°F, Arkansas’ football squad trimmed down their equipment and limited practice time, while new coach Ryan Silverfield plotted a high‑stakes scrimmage that will shape the early depth chart.
With eight preseason practices completed, Arkansas has yet to name a starter, leaving a tight race between KJ Jackson and AJ Hill. Coaches emphasize "own the ball" as the key metric, testing both signal-callers under pressure before the season opener against North Alabama.
Coach Mitch Stewart, along with quarterbacks KJ Jackson and AJ Hill, outlined the Razorbacks' focus on defensive upgrades, offensive innovation, and mental readiness ahead of the 2026 season.
Arkansas football’s seventh preseason practice delivered a series of standout performances, from a historic touchdown to defensive breakthroughs, as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
From Alabama to Duke, spring practices have revealed which signal callers are poised to inherit their programs' offensive helmets, with familiarity and upside often tipping the scales.
Arkansas Razorbacks returned to the practice field on a sweltering afternoon, drawing a crowd of NFL scouts eager to evaluate the team’s progress in its seventh training camp session. Quarterback KJ Jackson connected with tight end Ty Lockwood in the closing seconds of a live‑tackling drill, delivering a 22‑yard touchdown that capped a flurry of offensive activity. The offense answered an early setback when Quincy Rhodes and Steven Soles combined for an eight‑yard sack, but the unit rallied to move 38 yards in the first two‑minute drill, highlighted by Jamari Hawkins’ 27‑yard gain on third‑and‑10. Defensive tackle David Oke and his teammate Carlon Jones praised the improved energy in the trenches, though both acknowledged that missed tackles still lingered, a point underscored by coaches Kynjee Cotton and Landius Wilkerson during the session. Scouts from the Arizona Cardinals, Indianapolis Colts, Las Vegas Raiders and New York Jets watched closely, while former Arkansas track coach Chris Bucknam, recently inducted into the U.S. Track & Field Coaches Hall of Fame, was mentioned in a side note about the program’s multi‑sport excellence. With practice No. 7 scheduled for Thursday, offensive line coaches are slated to meet the media, promising further insight into the Razorbacks’ evolving scheme as the heat continues to test the squad’s stamina.
During Arkansas' sixth fall camp practice, KJ Jackson engineered a dramatic two‑minute comeback, delivering a touchdown pass to Ty Lockwood with seconds left, while scouts from NFL powerhouses watched.
With the starting quarterback settled, the Razorbacks are determining which pass catcher will lead the offense in 2026, highlighting a competitive group of eight to nine players.
The fourth preseason practice for Arkansas football featured a breakout performance by Khmori House, while the offense grappled with drops and line rotations.
During a 96‑degree afternoon session, the Razorbacks ran an 11‑on‑11 goal‑line drill that highlighted both first‑team explosiveness and a fierce battle for defensive line and linebacker spots.