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Razorback football schedule
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The gist
Arkansas Razorbacks open 2026 season Sept. 5 vs North Alabama under new coach Ryan Silverfield.
Fans watch if Silverfield's debut signals a turnaround in a tough SEC schedule.
Background
The Razorbacks are entering a new era under first-year head coach Ryan Silverfield, who takes over with mixed expectations from fans. The 2026 schedule includes a challenging SEC slate, with early games against North Alabama, Utah, and Georgia. Fans are eager to see how the team performs under new leadership, especially after a difficult previous season.
How it unfolded
- Aug 31, 2026Arkansas releases full 2026 football schedule, including times and TV networks for early games.
- Sep 3, 2026Arkansas schedules 2029 opener vs West Florida, set for Aug. 25, 2029, the earliest season opener on record.
- Sep 4, 2026Fans prepare for Silverfield's debut; predictions and staff picks are published, with Arkansas a 40.5-point favorite over North Alabama.
- Sep 5, 2026Razorbacks host North Alabama at 3:15 p.m. on SEC Network in Silverfield's first game.
Who’s saying what
- Fan
- Razorback fan Ivan Pahuanba hopes for wins against North Alabama and Utah to start the season strong.
- Analysts
- Staff predictions suggest a comfortable win over North Alabama, but note back-to-back games against ranked opponents (Utah, Georgia) will test the team.