The No. 25 Arkansas Razorbacks lost one of their key offensive weapons in last Saturday’s 49-26 loss to No. 1 Alabama.
Quarterback [autotag]K.J. Jefferson[/autotag] exited the game in the 4th quarter after taking a sack that caused him injury. After the game, head coach Sam Pittman did not offer any clarity as to what the injury was, or what his status was going forward.
“I don’t know where he’s at, to be honest with you,” Pittman said Saturday. “Obviously, we didn’t bring him back in. I don’t know any more than that.”
Pittman took the podium Monday afternoon for his weekly press conference. During the media availability, Pittman was asked about Jefferson’s status. His response was rather hazy.
Sam Pittman says KJ Jefferson has some "mild symptoms" after the Alabama game. Doesn't say of what those symptoms are. Asked if Jefferson is in concussion protocol: "I didn't say that."
Says Jefferson is "wait-and-see."
— Christina Long (@christinalong00) October 3, 2022
The Razorbacks have three more days to prepare before hitting the road to play No. 23 Mississippi State at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, so hopefully, Jefferson’s condition improves well enough for him to receive playing time.
If not, the Razorbacks will more than likely turn to USF transfer [autotag]Cade Fortin[/autotag] to lead the offense. Fortin completed 4-of-10 passes for 35 yards in relief of Jefferson last Saturday and rushed for nine yards in his Arkansas debut. He got the nod over [autotag]Malik Hornsby[/autotag], which was surprising considering that Hornsby was listed as the second-string quarterback on the depth chart released at the beginning of the week.
Arkansas travels to Mississippi State this Saturday for an 11 a.m. CT kickoff.
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