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Arkansas opens 2026 season with 31-14 victory over North Alabama

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Arkansas opens 2026 season with 31-14 victory over North Alabama
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Arkansas began the 2026 football season with a 31-14 win over North Alabama on Saturday, Sept. 5, in Fayetteville. While the Razorbacks secured the victory, the team struggled with discipline, committing three turnovers and eight penalties for 74 yards. Quarterback KJ Jackson completed 24 of 35 passes for 265 yards with three touchdowns and one interception. The defense held North Alabama to 153 total yards and seven first downs, though the offense struggled to generate consistent movement on the ground. Head coach Ryan Silverfield stated the team must address these execution issues as the schedule progresses. The coaching staff and players now face significant adjustments following a performance marked by inconsistent offensive output.

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  • •Arkansas defeated North Alabama 31-14 in the season opener.
  • •Quarterback KJ Jackson finished with 265 passing yards and three touchdowns.
  • •Wide receiver Chris Marshall led the team with seven catches for 79 yards.
  • •The defense allowed 153 total yards and seven first downs to the Lions.
  • •Arkansas committed eight penalties and three turnovers during the game.
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  • 7:13 PMYahoo Sports — The Good, the Bad, the Ugly: Breaking down Arkansas’ 31-14 win over North Alabama
  • 11:43 PMYahoo Sports — Arkansas report card: Grading the Razorbacks after ugly win vs North Alabama
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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KLRT) – The Arkansas Razorbacks kicked off the Ryan Silverfield era with a 31-14 win over North Alabama on Saturday. While they got the win, it wasn’t a pretty one. Despite emphasizing ball security in practice, the Hogs still had three turnovers in the game. They also emphasized during the week playing clean […]

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Arkansas football's offense gets a 'D'. Here's our report card for the Razorbacks after a disappointing season opener against North Alabama.

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