Arkansas Razorbacks and Red Wolves prepare for season openers

The Arkansas Razorbacks and Arkansas State Red Wolves are set to begin their football seasons this Saturday. The Razorbacks will host North Alabama in Fayetteville, marking the debut of the Ryan Silverfield era. Silverfield emphasized a focus on detail and academic discipline as foundational elements for the program's success.

In the Razorbacks' official Week One depth chart, junior quarterback KJ Jackson is listed as the starter. The backfield appears to feature a three-man rotation, with Sutton Smith earning the starting running back position over Braylen Russell Jr. Several positions, including wide receiver, remain competitive as the team prepares for the opener.

Meanwhile, the Arkansas State Red Wolves will face the University of Memphis. Memphis enters the matchup following a 27-21 victory over UNLV. The Red Wolves' game also marks a coaching transition, as Charles Huff leads the team after Ryan Silverfield departed for the Arkansas Razorbacks.