Arkansas football had the toughest strength-of-schedule in FBS this season, according to ESPN. From the looks of things, the Hogs will be up against it again next season, too.
Losses to graduation, the NFL draft, transfers and every other thing could drastically the alter the look of every team in the sport. But given usual goings-on in those regards, Arkansas might be facing its toughest schedule in years, if not ever, in 2022.
The Razorbacks finished 2021 with a record of 9-4 in coach Sam Pittman’s second year at the helm. They’ll return likely All-SEC quarterback KJ Jefferson, at least three of their top four running backs, four of their five offensive linemen, four key contributors on the defensive line and perhaps their entire secondary, including, definitely All-American safety Jalen Catalon. Plus, wide receiver Jadon Haselwood transfers in from Oklahoma in hopes of becoming the next No. 1 wide receiver to replace Treylon Burks.
The future is bright in Fayetteville and the Razorbacks can continue their upward climb against the grain next year.