FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas will have a new starting fullback for its game against No. 1 Alabama.
Hayden Johnson is not on the Razorbacks' two-deep depth chart for the game after he was arrested Sunday and charged with public intoxication and minor in possession of alcohol. Johnson, a 19-year-old freshman, has started all five games this season.
Kendrick Jackson, who was Arkansas' starting fullback last season, is listed as starter on the depth chart. Tight end Austin Cantrell is listed as the backup at the position.
Arkansas coach Bret Bielema said Johnson will still play Saturday, but will likely sit out at least the first quarter.
"The good news was he wasn't driving, wasn't causing any harm to anyone but himself," Bielema said. "He showed a lot of remorse.
"It was not only a learning experience for him, but all our freshmen."
According to a preliminary arrest report, Johnson was arrested at 1:42 a.m. Sunday after police were called for a welfare check. According to a caller, Johnson was stumbling and nearly fell off the stage at the Greek Theater on the University of Arkansas campus.
The arresting officer reported he found Johnson laying down and not moving when he arrived on the scene. The officer noted Johnson was unable to stand and nearly fell over when he sat up.
