KJ Jackson Earns Starting QB Role | Little Rock News

KJ Jackson has officially locked down the starting quarterback role for Arkansas football, beating out sophomore AJ Hill in a hard-fought battle that began back in January. After showcasing his arm talent and leadership during the team’s second scrimmage, Jackson earned the nod based on his ball security, game management, and overall readiness — qualities the coaching staff prioritized over raw athleticism. Hill, a transfer with quiet intensity, will serve as backup but remains fully committed to supporting his teammate. Both QBs are ready to rise to the occasion — and the season’s challenges — together. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ec54fe0a07af42eb