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Arkansas college football teams prepare for 2026 season openers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:42 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Arkansas college football teams prepare for 2026 season openers

Summary

Football season begins across Arkansas as teams from various divisions gear up for the 2026 campaign. The Arkansas Razorbacks, under first-year coach Ryan Silverfield, look to improve from a 2-10 record in 2025, with KJ Jackson named the starting quarterback. Arkansas State Red Wolves hope to contend for a Sun Belt title, returning several key players from a 7-6 season. Central Arkansas and Arkansas-Pine Bluff also seek to bounce back from disappointing records. These teams, along with others in the state, kick off their seasons at various venues starting August 27 and September 5.

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Status Watch

•Arkansas Razorbacks open vs. North Alabama on Sept. 5.
•Arkansas State Red Wolves face Memphis on Sept. 5.
•Central Arkansas Bears begin at UT Martin on Aug. 27.
•Arkansas-Pine Bluff plays against Morehouse College on Aug. 29.
•Harding Bisons, the defending runner-up, start on Sept. 3.

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11:42 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Arkansas College Football Season Preview

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Football season is back across Arkansas as teams from the SEC to Division II, Division III and the NAIA prepare to kick off the 2026 campaign. From Fayetteville and Jonesboro to Arkadelphia and Magnolia, here’s a look at every Arkansas college football team entering the season. Arkansas Razorbacks Arkansas State Red […]
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