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Part of situation: Arkansas Razorbacks football season developments (2 clusters)

KJ Jackson named Arkansas starting quarterback

Arkansas Razorbacks KJ Jackson college football starting quarterback NCAA

The Arkansas Razorbacks have named KJ Jackson as the starting quarterback for the 2026 season. Jackson, a junior, secured the position following a competitive training camp battle against sophomore AJ Hill.

Jackson, a 6-foot-4, 225-pound passer, is scheduled to lead the team in the season opener on September 5. During his previous appearances, Jackson completed 63% of his passes for 552 yards and five touchdowns. While coaching staff noted some accuracy concerns during practice, Jackson has demonstrated an ability to make effective decisions during live game situations.

AJ Hill, a former Memphis player, is expected to see playing time as the team prepares for its upcoming matchups.

Entities

AJ Hill · Arkansas Razorbacks · KJ Jackson · Mitch Stewart · Ryan Silverfield

Sources

Arkansas Names KJ Jackson Starting Quarterback for 2026 Season [timesng.com]
Silverfield Ready to Change Razorback Football Narrative [armoneyandpolitics.com]
Arkansas football notebook: Second scrimmage recap, Sutton Smith 'full go', more | Whole Hog Sports [www.wholehogsports.com]
New Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield isn't into a long rebuild. He is eager for a quick turnaround [www.newsday.com]
Former Arkansas RB Teases Return To Hogs After Suing For Fifth Year Of Eligibility [www.si.com]