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KJ Jackson's Loyalty to Arkansas Paid Off With Starting Nod

KJ Jackson's Loyalty to Arkansas Paid Off With Starting Nod

FAYETTEVILLE — In an era of college football where loyalty is a punchline, KJ Jackson embodies it. Jackson committed to Arkansas when Sam Pittman was the head coach and Dan Enos was the offensive coordinator.

College Football News / TWSN / August 23
Arkansas’ 2026 Season Now Rests on KJ Jackson

Arkansas’ 2026 Season Now Rests on KJ Jackson

Ahead of the 2026 college football season, the Arkansas Razorbacks officially went on to name their starting quarterback. Their decision finally came down to KJ Jackson, as he now takes over under center for Ryan Silverfield.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / August 23

Ryan Silverfield, players press conference: KJ Jackson named Arkansas football's starting quarterback

Ryan Silverfield, KJ Jackson and Khmori House met with media to discuss the fall and Jackson winning the starting quarterback job.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / August 23
What Ryan Silverfield Said About Decision To Name KJ Jackson Razorbacks' QB1

What Ryan Silverfield Said About Decision To Name KJ Jackson Razorbacks' QB1

FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas made a long-awaited decision on Sunday when it announced that KJ Jackson will be the starting quarterback for the 2026 season.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / August 23

Arkansas Razorbacks Name Starting QB For 2026 Season

First-year coach Ryan Silverfield spent all spring and summer evaluating and throwing everything possible at his quarterbacks to win the job, and one has taken the reins.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / August 23

KJ Jackson named Arkansas football's starting quarterback

The announcement came the day after the Razorbacks completed their second scrimmage of training camp.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / August 23
Razorbacks' Coach Biggest Test of QB1 Battle Comes Down to Command

Razorbacks' Coach Biggest Test of QB1 Battle Comes Down to Command

If there's one part of the Razorbacks' offense it'll be well versed in no matter which quarterback is chosen, it's going to be the two-minute offense. Completing passes in drills throughout the open portion of practice is one thing, but doing it consistently when the doors are closed is another.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / August 23

What Arkansas' Football Camp Told Us About Coach Ryan Silverfield's Vision

Coach Ryan Silverfield's vision at Arkansas is to win, but do it now. He's said that since the day he accepted the job as Razorbacks' head coach, and continues to say that now as fall camp winds down and the 2026 draws near.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / August 23

Arkansas basketball visits expected to heat up

Aug. 20 began a quiet period for NCAA basketball which allows prospects to visit college campuses following the Aug. 1-19 dead period.

A.J. Hill News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / August 22
Don't Put AJ Hill's Chance of Winning Arkansas' Starting QB Job In the Ground Just Yet

Don't Put AJ Hill's Chance of Winning Arkansas' Starting QB Job In the Ground Just Yet

FAYETTEVILLE — You can count me as one of those who believed the Arkansas quarterback battle was decided the moment KJ Jackson announced during Ryan Silverfield's introductory news conference that he was returning to Fayetteville for the 2026 season.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / August 22

Commentary: Saturday night scrimmage will be of supreme importance for Arkansas football

The late scrimmage inside Razorback Stadium might be the decisive piece of information in the quarterback battle between KJ Jackson and AJ Hill.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / August 22

Arkansas baseball players spend Saturday teaching youngsters, building camaraderie

Most of the kids were players in the Fayetteville Youth Baseball league, which partnered with the nonprofit Champions for Youth Foundation.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / August 22

Silverfield Trying to Fix Razorbacks' Old Problems One Detail at a Time

From the very beginning, Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield has talked about taking care of the things they can control. Whether it comes down to effort, ball security, or responding to what's being required shows a team coming together that's ready to battle at every single snap.

Christian Harrison News / WholeHogSports / August 22

'He's smart, he’s savvy': Christian Harrison emerges as key piece of Arkansas football defense

Harrison is one of two players Arkansas coaches have said could be the “heartbeat” of the Razorbacks’ defense.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / August 22

Inside Arkansas' Recruitment of No. 1 Overall Prospect Ryder Flugence

When you talk about the next big thing at the quarterback position, coaches are looking for a multitude of attributes inward and outward of the athlete they're evaluating.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / August 21

Arkansas Football Newcomers On The Rise in Razorbacks' Training Camp

Every fall camp produces a few surprises, especially when a new coaching staff is sorting through a roster filled with unfamiliar faces. For Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield, several newcomers have done more than simply make a good first impression.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / August 21

Arkansas football, soccer athletes in limbo after appeals court issues stay in eligibility case

Friday's decision came as the football team continues preseason practice, and three games into the soccer season.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / August 21

With ‘controllables’ in mind, Arkansas football scrimmage Saturday simulates late-night Utah kickoff

The Razorbacks are scheduled to play their second preseason scrimmage Saturday around 9:15 p.m.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / August 21

Arkansas women’s basketball’s upcoming visits feature highly ranked 2027 prospects

Arkansas is gearing up for a crucial stretch of hosting class of 2027 prospects, three of whom are ranked in espnW’s SportsCenter NEXT 100.

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