The Texas Longhorns and Arkansas Razorbacks have announced their first student-athlete availability reports ahead of Saturday’s highly anticipated matchup in Fayetteville.
Texas listed edge rusher Colton Vasek and linebacker Morice Blackwell Jr. as doubtful for the game. Meanwhile, Arkansas listed quarterback Taylen Green and running back Ja’Quinden Jackson—formerly a Texas Longhorns quarterback—as probable to play.
Blackwell’s addition to the Longhorns’ report comes as a surprise, with no clear indication of when he sustained the injury. Vasek, however, has been sidelined since before Texas’s dominant 49-17 win over Florida last week.
Arkansas head coach Sam Pittman confirmed Monday that Green practiced throughout the team’s recent bye week following a knee injury suffered in their loss to Ole Miss. Pittman expressed optimism regarding Green’s return.
“Taylen practiced every day last week, and I believe he’ll be fine,” Pittman stated.
Should Green be limited, Arkansas remains confident in backup quarterback Malachi Singleton. Singleton performed admirably in relief against Ole Miss, completing 11 of 14 passes for 207 yards and one touchdown, along with eight carries for 44 yards and an additional score.
“Malachi played extremely well and we’re glad we have him and have a lot of belief in him when he goes in the game.” Pittman said.
Texas vs Arkansas injury updates:
Texas Longhorns availability status:
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- DB Derek Williams Jr. – Out
- RB CJ Baxter – Out
- RB Christian Clark – Out
- RB Velton Gardner – Out
- LB Morice Blackwell Jr. – Doubtful
- DL Colton Vasek – Doubtful
Arkansas Razorbacks availability status:
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- DB Selman Bridges – Out
- DL Anton Juncaj – Out
- DB Jaylon Braxton – Out
- DB Anthony Switzer – Out
- K Kyle Ramsey – Out
- RB Braylen Russell – Questionable
- QB Taylen Green – Probable
- RB Ja’Quinden Jackson – Probable