Three Arkansas defenders were absent from warmups before their Week 4 game against Tulsa, raising questions about the Razorbacks’ defensive depth. Linebackers Bradley Shaw, Wyatt Simmons, and Charlie Collins were not dressed for the matchup on Saturday, September 26.
Shaw, who appeared in just 15 snaps during last week’s loss to Georgia before leaving with an injury, joins Simmons on the sidelines. Their absence leaves Arkansas especially thin at the middle linebacker position. Jo'Quavion Smith and Ben Bogle are expected to start there, with Phoenix Jackson and Jeremy Evans likely to see increased playing time.
Charlie Collins, who typically plays the pass-rushing JACK linebacker spot, is also unavailable. He serves as the backup to Steven Soles Jr., limiting Arkansas’ options on the edge.
There was some relief for the Razorbacks as left tackle Kavion Broussard and punter Gavin Rush, both of whom left early in last week’s game due to injury, were dressed and participating in warmups. Their availability could provide stability on both the offensive line and special teams.
Arkansas enters this matchup with a 1-2 record, facing the Golden Hurricane with a defense missing three contributors. The impact of these absences will be closely watched as the game unfolds. Coverage of Arkansas football by Jackson Fuller of the Southwest Times Record, part of the USA TODAY Network, confirmed these injury updates ahead of kickoff.
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