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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Spring practice represents an opportunity to officially turn the page, and that’s an exciting proposition for the Arkansas football program.
The Razorbacks went 4-8 in 2023 in one of the most disappointing seasons for any team across the SEC, and the country. The chance to focus on the present and forget the past officially arrives Thursday with the first workout of a new campaign.
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Defensive end Landon Jackson is ready for the fresh start, but he knows the sting of last fall must be felt. It provides motivation, and it’s a big reason why Jackson decided to return to Arkansas for his senior season.
“I just wanted to finish my college career off a lot better than this past season,” Jackson said in an interview with the Southwest Times Record prior to spring practice.
“Four wins was not acceptable. At all.”
Oct 7, 2023; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks defensive linemen Landon Jackson (40) reacts after a made field goal during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Jackson admits he was undecided about his future after Arkansas’ 48-14 loss to Missouri that put a bow on the season. He was a lock to be selected in the NFL Draft, and the letdown of the 2023 season took a toll.
But after multiple discussions with family and friends, Jackson announced his intention to return to Fayetteville on Dec. 7. He now gets one more year to make amends before living out another dream of playing in the NFL, and what a boost that is for head coach Sam Pittman.
“The more kids you have like that wanting to come back, and they get into the mold of ‘we have something to prove.’ Last year was not indicative of what the years before were,” Pittman said.
“I think the more you get…
Source link : https://sports.yahoo.com/disappointment-2023-motivates-arkansas-footballs-090019218.html
Author : Ft. Smith Southwest Times Record
Publish date : 2024-03-06 09:00:19
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