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Arkansas football has lowest roster budget in SEC for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 2:29 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Arkansas football has lowest roster budget in SEC for 2026 season

Summary

Arkansas football is facing challenges this season, currently sitting at a 1-1 record following a win against North Alabama and a loss to Utah. A recent report indicates the Razorbacks' roster budget for 2026 is estimated between $22-25 million, the lowest in the Southeastern Conference. This funding gap is significant compared to top SEC schools, whose budgets exceed $45 million. First-year head coach Ryan Silverfield has been working on fundraising efforts, though most occurred after the roster was set. The Razorbacks are projected to win 2.7 games according to ESPN's Football Power Index.

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By the Numbers

•Arkansas currently holds a 1-1 record in the season.
•The Razorbacks' budget ranks last in the SEC.
•Top SEC programs have more than double Arkansas's budget.
•Ryan Silverfield is focused on improving fundraising efforts for the program.
•ESPN projects Arkansas to win only 2.7 games this season.

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According to a new study from The New York Times, Arkansas football has the cheapest roster budget in the SEC, with a massive gap to the top of the league.
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