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College football is back, though we still have to wait six days to watch the Arkansas Razorbacks suit up for the season opener against Western Carolina at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock.
Arguably the most popular topic of debate around this time of the year is trying to figure out how many wins the Hogs will have. Once again, Arkansas’ schedule does not let up, but the first two weeks provide an opportunity to work out the kinks.
Without further ado, here’s how HawgBeat publisher Mason Choate and managing editor Riley McFerran see the 2023 season playing out for the Razorbacks…
We won't be watching this game anticipating a true contest, but we will be watching to see a lot of questions be answered. You know what you're going to get from KJ Jefferson, Rocket Sanders, Dwight McGlothern, Beaux Limmer and the rest of the proven players. Now it's time to see what the transfers, freshmen and new coaches can do in a game that should never be close.
Arkansas 49, WCU 14 — Mason Choate, HawgBeat Publisher (1-0)
With a clear talent mismatch, Arkansas should have zero issues taking care of the Catamounts in Week 1. The true sign of victory will be whether or not the Razorbacks escape War Memorial without any major injuries, something that has plagued them at that stadium in the past. Expect some wrinkles to be ironed out, but Arkansas should flex its muscles behind the star duo of KJ Jefferson and Raheim “Rocket” Sanders.
Arkansas 52, WCU 14 - Riley McFerran, HawgBeat Managing Editor (1-0)
This is another game that we will just be watching to see questions answered. Kent State was listed at No. 2 on ESPN's preseason Bottom 10 FBS schools. Hog fans will get to pack Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium for the true home opener in Fayetteville and watch their team lay a beatdown on the Golden Flashes.
Arkansas 56, Kent State 20 — Mason Choate, HawgBeat Publisher (2-0)
Kent State played a pretty tough game against the eventual national champion Georgia Bulldogs last season, when it lost 39-22. However, an offseason full of roster turnover and a head coaching change has left the Golden Flashes with more questions than answers. Arkansas’ new-look defensive line should wreak havoc in the trenches while the Razorback secondary plays its best game in years. A special teams touchdown blows the game open and has the Hogs feeling good ahead of a rematch against BYU.
Arkansas 48, Kent State 13 - Riley McFerran, HawgBeat Managing Editor (2-0)
The Cougars return 15 starters from a team that lost 52-35 at home to Arkansas last season. Former USC and Pittsburgh quarterback Kedon Slovis transferred in to run the BYU offense for head coach Kilani Sitake. This game will be a much better test for the Razorbacks ahead of arguably the toughest four-game stretch in the nation this season.
Arkansas 38, BYU 24 — Mason Choate, HawgBeat Publisher (3-0)
The score may not indicate it, but the game against BYU last season in Provo wasn’t an easy one. Behind a Herculean effort from Jefferson, the Razorbacks scored their most points of the regular season with 52 total. BYU brings a new identity on defense and a new quarterback, as Slovis made his way to the Cougars during the offseason. We should be in store for another good matchup with Arkansas pulling away in the fourth quarter.
Arkansas 34, BYU 23 - Riley McFerran, HawgBeat Managing Editor (3-0)
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HawgBeat - Arkansas football game-by-game 2023 season predictions
HawgBeat gives game-by-game predictions for the Arkansas Razorbacks’ 2023 football season.
arkansas.rivals.com
College football is back, though we still have to wait six days to watch the Arkansas Razorbacks suit up for the season opener against Western Carolina at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock.
Arguably the most popular topic of debate around this time of the year is trying to figure out how many wins the Hogs will have. Once again, Arkansas’ schedule does not let up, but the first two weeks provide an opportunity to work out the kinks.
Without further ado, here’s how HawgBeat publisher Mason Choate and managing editor Riley McFerran see the 2023 season playing out for the Razorbacks…
Sept. 2 - Arkansas vs. Western Carolina (War Memorial)
We won't be watching this game anticipating a true contest, but we will be watching to see a lot of questions be answered. You know what you're going to get from KJ Jefferson, Rocket Sanders, Dwight McGlothern, Beaux Limmer and the rest of the proven players. Now it's time to see what the transfers, freshmen and new coaches can do in a game that should never be close.
Arkansas 49, WCU 14 — Mason Choate, HawgBeat Publisher (1-0)
With a clear talent mismatch, Arkansas should have zero issues taking care of the Catamounts in Week 1. The true sign of victory will be whether or not the Razorbacks escape War Memorial without any major injuries, something that has plagued them at that stadium in the past. Expect some wrinkles to be ironed out, but Arkansas should flex its muscles behind the star duo of KJ Jefferson and Raheim “Rocket” Sanders.
Arkansas 52, WCU 14 - Riley McFerran, HawgBeat Managing Editor (1-0)
Sept. 9 - Arkansas vs. Kent State
This is another game that we will just be watching to see questions answered. Kent State was listed at No. 2 on ESPN's preseason Bottom 10 FBS schools. Hog fans will get to pack Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium for the true home opener in Fayetteville and watch their team lay a beatdown on the Golden Flashes.
Arkansas 56, Kent State 20 — Mason Choate, HawgBeat Publisher (2-0)
Kent State played a pretty tough game against the eventual national champion Georgia Bulldogs last season, when it lost 39-22. However, an offseason full of roster turnover and a head coaching change has left the Golden Flashes with more questions than answers. Arkansas’ new-look defensive line should wreak havoc in the trenches while the Razorback secondary plays its best game in years. A special teams touchdown blows the game open and has the Hogs feeling good ahead of a rematch against BYU.
Arkansas 48, Kent State 13 - Riley McFerran, HawgBeat Managing Editor (2-0)
Sept. 16 - Arkansas vs. BYU
The Cougars return 15 starters from a team that lost 52-35 at home to Arkansas last season. Former USC and Pittsburgh quarterback Kedon Slovis transferred in to run the BYU offense for head coach Kilani Sitake. This game will be a much better test for the Razorbacks ahead of arguably the toughest four-game stretch in the nation this season.
Arkansas 38, BYU 24 — Mason Choate, HawgBeat Publisher (3-0)
The score may not indicate it, but the game against BYU last season in Provo wasn’t an easy one. Behind a Herculean effort from Jefferson, the Razorbacks scored their most points of the regular season with 52 total. BYU brings a new identity on defense and a new quarterback, as Slovis made his way to the Cougars during the offseason. We should be in store for another good matchup with Arkansas pulling away in the fourth quarter.
Arkansas 34, BYU 23 - Riley McFerran, HawgBeat Managing Editor (3-0)
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