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Podcast: Early 2026 Arkansas Season Preview | Cover 3 Summer School
- Arkansas returns much of its secondary, but team speed remains a major concern after the unit tested poorly and struggled to match faster opponents last season.
- Miguel Mitchell and Mike Washington were among the roster's speed exceptions and give the staff more athletic options in coverage.
- The staff has experimented with Christian Harrison and Kamorey House between nickel and safety roles while trying to settle the back end.
- Braiden Lee adds experience from Clemson, and Roman brings prior starting work from Maryland.
- Safety remains the most uncertain position despite the overall continuity.
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- LB: Greg McElroy isn’t saying the Razorbacks have the toughest schedule in the world, but will be surprised if Ryan Silverfield leads them to a bowl game in 2026.
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Paulo Semedo
- Paulo Semedo raw, missed development due to injuries; jury out on contribution; foreign tour will provide first real evaluation opportunity.
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Spring football game thread
- Scheme attacks 15 yards from scrimmage via RPOs/checkdowns; concerns if ineffective vs SEC defenses.
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Arkansas football post-spring projected depth chart: offense
- Arkansas TE Jaden Platt (6'5", 260) returns as starter after 21 catches, 296 yards last season; OL starters set since spring.
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