The stakes are sky-high as the No. 3 Texas Longhorns (8-1) take on the Arkansas Razorbacks (5-4) this Saturday in Fayetteville. For Texas, the path to the SEC Championship and potential College Football Playoff berth demands a win. For Arkansas, it’s an opportunity to spoil the Longhorns’ aspirations and secure bowl eligibility in a season marked by ups and downs.
Texas enters this matchup with momentum. After a narrow loss to then-No. 5 Georgia, the Longhorns rebounded with convincing wins over Vanderbilt and Florida. Key contributors like quarterback Quinn Ewers and a solid defensive unit have helped Texas dominate opponents. However, linebacker Morice Blackwell Jr. is doubtful for Saturday’s game, creating a potential gap Arkansas could exploit.
Meanwhile, Arkansas has been inconsistent. Alternating wins and losses over their last six games, the Razorbacks suffered a lopsided 63-31 defeat to Ole Miss two weeks ago. Injuries remain a concern, though running backs Braylen Russell, Ja’Quinden Jackson, and quarterback Taylen Green are listed as probable for this showdown.
This historic rivalry will take on new life as the teams meet for the first time as SEC foes. Texas leads the all-time series 56-22-1, but Arkansas’ home crowd at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium could be a difference-maker.
Vegas oddsmakers currently favor Texas by 13.5 points, with an over/under of 58. SportsLine’s proven model, which has consistently delivered strong betting returns, predicts a competitive contest. It’s simulated the game 10,000 times to deliver top-rated insights, emphasizing Texas’ offensive edge and Arkansas’ potential as an underdog spoiler.
Catch kickoff at noon ET and join the conversation using hashtags like #HookEm, #WooPig, and #TexasVsArkansas. Whether you’re placing bets or simply cheering from the sidelines, this clash promises SEC drama at its finest.
