Arkansas Razorbacks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / July 8

Arkansas Fans Mourn Passing of Legendary Razorback Bill Burnett

The Arkansas Razorback community is mourning the loss of legendary running back and upstanding member of the community Bill Burnett, who died earlier this week in Springdale at the age of 78.

Tipoff time, more details announced for Arkansas-Michigan State basketball game on Thanksgiving in Detroit

The Razorbacks and Spartans are scheduled to tip off inside the Pistons’ home Little Caesars Arena on Thanksgiving at 3:30 p.m. Central on CBS.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 8

After moving from Malaysia to Texas, Arkansas football freshman Hugh Smith is used to change

Smith lived in Malaysia as a child before moving to Texas, where he went from playing tight end to offensive line.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 8

How Arkansas basketball's NBA draft picks fit in with new teams

A look at Arkansas' three draft picks, how they fit into their respective teams and what needs to happen next.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / July 8

Arkansas Football's Most Important Players: No. 16, Steven Soles

New Arkansas EDGE rusher Steven Soles didn't steal a whole lot of headlines upon his transfer from Kentucky during the winter portal period, but he is fully capable of putting an end to drives when a defense needs him most.

Jack Sexton News / WholeHogSports / July 8

UNDER THE RADAR: '27 Quitman QB Jack Sexton

On Wednesdays we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / July 7

This Silverfield Trait Could Solve Arkansas' Biggest Problem

Close football games have been the arch-nemesis of the University of Arkansas in recent years. Arkansas notoriously went 0-6 in one-score games in 2025 and hasn't won a game decided by eight points or less since it upset No.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 7

Arkansas freshman DB Tay Lockett says 'there isn't anything like' the Razorbacks

Lockett comes "home" to Arkansas after starting his prep career in California

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks / July 7

First-Year SEC Academic Honor Roll features 88 Hogs

Birmingham, Ala. – Arkansas placed 88 student-athletes on the 2025-26 First-Year SEC Academic Honor Roll as part of a total of 1,755 student-athletes across the league.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks / July 7

2026 MLB Draft Central

PHILADELPHIA – The 2026 MLB Draft starts Saturday! This year’s draft will take place on July 11-12 in Philadelphia. NBC and Peacock will provide live coverage for the first 10 selections, beginning at noon CT.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Total Pro Sports / July 7

Legendary 2,200-Yard Running Back Has Sadly Died

Arkansas football lost one of its greatest players over the holiday weekend. Bill Burnett, the program’s all-time touchdown leader, died on July 4 at age 78, according to his family.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 7

5-star Arkansas basketball targets helped U.S. to Gold at FIBA U17 World Cup

Two Arkansas basketball class of 2027 5-star targets helped the United States to its 58th straight victory in FIBA U17 World Cup history and to an 8th world title in Istanbul, Turkey on Sunday.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / July 6

Arkansas Razorbacks Roster Breakdown on EA Sports College Football 27

EA Sports College 27 officially released today to the public for those who purchased the MVP or Deluxe edition, which came with a three-day early release period.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / July 6

Ranking The Importance of Arkansas Basketball's Confirmed Non-Conference Schedule

Only four of Arkansas' non-conference matchups for the 2026-27 season are confirmed, but three of them are huge games that will put the Razorbacks on a national stage well before March.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 6

Creighton hires former Arkansas softball standout Cylie Halvorson as assistant coach

Halvorson, 25, spent the last two years at Ole Miss as a graduate manager in 2025 and assistant director of player development in 2026.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks / July 6

Arkansas Ranked No. 6 In Softball America Transfer Class Rankings

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas Softball’s six-member transfer class, featuring Kylie Doherty, Grace Hornbuckle, Kate Munnerlyn, Katie Wetteland, Kendall Yarnell, and Ava Zachary, has been ranked No.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 6

Arkansas football freshman center Carey Clayton learned position from his father, uncles

The Southlake (Texas) Carroll product brings a wealth of offensive line knowledge from his father and uncles, who all played at a high level.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 5

Razorback great football star Bill Burnett passes at age 78

Burnett, a Bentonville High standout, owns the Arkansas csreer touchdown record (49) and his post-football legacy with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and other organizations will live on.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 5

Arkansas freshman Ben Mubenga's adjustment to U.S., football going smoothly

Arkansas offensive lineman Ben Mubenga isn’t your normal freshman in college and he’s shown that by transitioning fairly easy to life in the United States after moving to America in 2017.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 5

Arkansas football recruits stay active during dead period

The Arkansas Activities Association dead period ends Sunday, but it didn’t stop some Razorback commitments or targets from working out while enjoying time off.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / July 4

Arkansas, LSU Join Growing Transfer Portal Trend That Rarely Pays Off

College football's upcoming five-for-five eligibility model could eventually slow the transfer portal frenzy, but not before programs made one final push to remake their rosters.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / July 4

Danny Beale's decision to flip to Arkansas highlighted Ryan Silverfield's arrival

The 4-star defensive tackle's decision to stay in state and "get it situated" made for an early splash last December

Paul Finebaum News / CFB-HQ on SI / June 26

Paul Finebaum Name SEC Program Whose Ceiling Is Just 6 Wins

The Arkansas Razorbacks were once a proud program, but have now slipped into being one of the worst in the SEC. The Razorbacks rattled off several double-digit win seasons as members of the Southwest Conference from the 1960s to the 1980s.