Arkansas football showcases explosive plays in first fall scrimmage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 8:48 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Arkansas football conducted its first fall camp scrimmage on August 16 in Fayetteville, featuring over 130 offensive plays. Quarterbacks KJ Jackson and AJ Hill shared first-team reps, with Jackson leading three touchdown drives and showing strong chemistry with wide receiver Chris Marshall. Marshall contributed significantly with a 34-yard touchdown catch and a 96-yard completion setting up another score. The defense recorded eight sacks, although head coach Ryan Silverfield highlighted issues with communication that led to multiple explosive plays allowed. The competition for the starting quarterback remains open as the team looks to improve ahead of the regular season.
- •Chris Marshall caught a 34-yard touchdown pass and a 96-yard completion.
- •KJ Jackson led three touchdown drives during the scrimmage.
- •Arkansas defense recorded eight sacks but allowed significant explosive plays.
- •AJ Hill also contributed with a long completion and scoring drives.
- •Quarterback competition is ongoing as coaches assess performances.
- 8:48 PMYahoo Sports — In Arkansas football's first fall scrimmage, explosive plays lead way
"Arkansas football held its first scrimmage of fall camp on Sunday, and it was a productive day for the Chris Marshall, KJ Jackson and the offense.
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