Arkansas quarterbacks KJ Jackson and AJ Hill compete for starting spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Arkansas football team is currently holding a quarterback competition between KJ Jackson and AJ Hill during fall camp. Head coach Ryan Silverfield is looking for a definitive starter before the season opener against North Alabama, aiming to avoid prolonging the competition. This battle is significant as it is the first real quarterback competition for the program since 2019. Fall camp will feature 14 media-open practices, and updates on the competition will be provided throughout the month.
- •KJ Jackson and AJ Hill are vying for the starting quarterback position.
- •Ryan Silverfield is in his first season as head coach.
- •The Razorbacks open the season against North Alabama.
- •The team has 14 media-accessible practices over the coming weeks.
- •This competition is the first significant one since 2019.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arkansas football quarterback competition | Live updates from fall camp
"KJ Jackson vs. AJ Hill is the storyline of the Arkansas football offseason. All month, we'll provide live updates on the ongoing quarterback battle.
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