Photos for August 2010
Latest photos / 2010 / August
Chuck Barrett (right) watches as University of Arkansas head coach Bobby Petrino speaks on Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, during the innaugural meeting for the Northwest Arkansas Touchdown Club inside the Northwest Arkansas Convention Center in Springdale.
Published on August 31, 2010
Texas Tech football coach Mike Leach is shown during Big 12 Media Day in Irving, Texas, Wednesday.
Published on August 31, 2010
Arkansas Coach Bobby Petrino, speaking at the Northwest Arkansas Touchdown Club meeting Monday in Springdale, says his team welcomes Razorbacks fans’ higher expectations for 2010.
Published on August 31, 2010
Arkansas place-kickers Alex Tejada and Eddie Camara are listed as co-starters on the Razorbacks’ depth chart, along with Zach Hocker, who is also competing at the punter position with Dylan Breeding.
Published on August 31, 2010
John L. Smith was Arkansas' special teams coordinator/outside linebackers coach from 2009-11.
Published on August 31, 2010
Photo Illustration: Brandon Marcello; Photo Credits: The Associated Press, Northwest Arkansas Media, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Published on August 30, 2010
Arkansas WR Joe Adams runs for a first quarter touchdown during the Razorbacks 42-21 victory over MSU at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock.
Published on August 30, 2010
Arkansas WR Joe Adams runs for a first quarter touchdown during the Razorbacks 42-21 victory over MSU at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock.
Published on August 30, 2010
Arkansas receiver Greg Childs caught 48 passes for 894 yards last season. Childs and fellow juniors Joe Adams and Jarius Wright are expected to form one of the nation’s top receiving corps this season.
Published on August 30, 2010
Ryan Mallett may be all about football now, but in his younger days, he was a multisport athlete playing anything “where there was a winner and a loser,” according to Texas High football Coach Barry Norton.
Published on August 29, 2010
University of Arkansas defensive end coach Steve Caldwell during practice Tuesday afternoon at Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville.
Published on August 28, 2010
Arkansas freshman Travis Swanson (64) is battling junior Seth Oxner (60) for first-team center after taking advantage of a redshirt season to get bigger and stronger. “It’s competition, and it makes everybody better,” Oxner says.
Published on August 28, 2010
Arkansas junior safety Tramain Thomas has developed a reputation as a big hitter. “If he gets you in his sights, he’ll knock you out,”
Published on August 27, 2010
War Memorial Stadium Commission Chairman Gary L. Smith takes his son, Nathan , and daughter, Sarah Smith Brantley, for a tour through the press box and club following a ribbon cutting ceremony for the renovated facility Thursday in Little Rock.
Published on August 27, 2010
Former Arkansas running back Darren McFadden, a two-time Heisman Trophy runner-up and Doak Walker Award winner, finished his college career with 4,590 rushing yards.
Published on August 27, 2010
Former Arkansas quarterback Matt Jones, a member of the Arkansas All-Decade Team,
Published on August 27, 2010
Published on August 26, 2010
Seniors D.J. Williams and Ben Cleveland are part of “the Dog Pound,” which is how Arkansas’ tight ends refer to their group. Williams has trimmed down to about 240 pounds this season.
Published on August 26, 2010
Arkansas offensive coordinator Garrick McGee said the team’s running backs are all still fairly even in competition. “They’re still trying to grow into who’s the leader,” he said.
Published on August 25, 2010
Quinton Caver, a former NFL player and an All-SEC linebacker for Arkansas in 2000, is working as a student coach for the Razorbacks while completing work for his bachelor’s degree.
Published on August 25, 2010
University of Arkansas coach Quinton Caver.
Published on August 25, 2010
Arkansas’ Maudrecus Humphrey, left, and Marquel Wade battle for position in a drill during practice in Fayetteville.
Published on August 25, 2010
University of Arkansas coach quarterback Jacoby Walker during the newcomers practice at the University of Arkansas Thursday afternoon.
Published on August 24, 2010
University of Arkansas quarterback Jacoby Walker throws the ball around during practice Saturday morning in Fayetteville.
Published on August 24, 2010
Arkansas quarterback Jacoby Walker tries to elude defensive tackle Patrick Jones during the first half of the Razorbacks’ Red-White game in April.
Published on August 24, 2010
Former University of Arkansas Football coach Danny Ford listens to remarks during the press conference announcing the first ever national football walk-on award in honor of former Arkansas walk-on and all American lineman Brandon Burlsworth who was eventually drafted as the 63rd overall pick by the Indianapolis Colts in 1999 only to be killed in a car accident 11 days later.
Published on August 24, 2010
Arkansas' Marshawn Powell fights for a loose ball against Stephen F. Austin's Jordan Glynn Saturday.
Published on August 24, 2010
Arkansas' Marshawn Powell battles for position against Alabama Birmingham's Elijah Millsap Saturday, January 2, 2010 at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville.
Published on August 24, 2010
Barbara Burlsworth and her son Marty Burlsworth show off the Brandon Burlsworth Trophy, an award to be presented to the best college football player who began his career as a walk-on.
Published on August 24, 2010
Arkansas defensive linemen Byran Jones, Pat Jones and D.D. Jones will be filling interior spots on the Razorbacks’ defensive line this season and forcing coaches to get creative when trying to remember who’s who.
Published on August 23, 2010
Cleveland Browns running back Peyton Hillis is tackled by St. Louis Rams linebacker Chris Chamberlain on Saturday in Cleveland.
Published on August 23, 2010
Kate Louton of Springdale holds her 3-year-old son, Braxton, on Saturday while standing in a long, winding line of fellow Arkansas Razorbacks fans to have an item autographed by quarterback Ryan Mallett during the annual Razorback Fan Day.
Published on August 22, 2010
Arkansas offensive coordinator Garrick McGee is learning how life as a father interacts with that as a college assistant coach.
Published on August 22, 2010
Arkansas linebacker Matt Marshall entertained guests at the Razorbacks Kickoff Luncheon on Friday at the Northwest Arkansas Convention Center in Springdale, singing his version of “Lean on Me,” accompanied by tight end D.J. Williams on the keyboard.
Published on August 21, 2010
The New York Giants announced the signing of three-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman Shawn Andrews on Friday.
Published on August 21, 2010
New Arkansas commitment Kody Walker from Jefferson City, Mo.
Published on August 20, 2010
University of Arkansas linebacker Chris Smith stretches out during practice Tuesday afternoon in Fayetteville.
Published on August 20, 2010
Arkansas QB Ryan Mallett speaks to the media Monday after practicing at Rhodes College in Memphis in preparation for the Liberty Bowl.
Published on August 20, 2010
Arkansas quarterback Ryan Mallett shows off the Razorbacks’ new Nike uniforms recently during the team’s media day.
Published on August 20, 2010
University of Arkansas quarterback Brandon Mitchell runs drills during Wednesday's practice in Fayetteville.
Published on August 19, 2010
Arkansas linebackers (from left) Jerry Franklin, Jerico Nelson and Freddy Burton during media day Saturday, August 7, 2010 at Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville.
Published on August 19, 2010
Arkansas strong safety Jerico Nelson returns an interception against Ole Miss during the second quarter at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Miss.
Published on August 19, 2010
East Carolina quarterback Patrick Pinkney is pressured by Arkansas linebacker Freddy Burton during the first quarter Saturday at the Liberty Bowl in Memphis, Tenn.
Published on August 19, 2010
Arkansas’ Zack Cox crosses home plate ahead of the throw home to Georgia catcher Christian Glisson in the first inning April 17 in Baum Stadium in Fayetteville.
Published on August 18, 2010
University of Arkansas Athletic Director Jeff Long, left, talks with Oxford American publisher Warwick Sabin, second from right, after a press conference Tuesday morning announcing the linup for this year's RazorRock celebration the week before the first Arkansas Razorback game in Little Rock. RazorRock
Published on August 18, 2010
Former Arkansas third baseman Zack Cox agreed to a four-year contract with the St. Louis Cardinals with a total guaranteed value of $3.2 million.
Published on August 18, 2010
Arkansas junior linebacker Ryan Powers (41) pursues sophomore linebacker Jerry Franklin (34) during a drill at practice Wednesday in Razorback Stadium.
Published on August 18, 2010
Arkansas quarterback Ryan Mallett (15) and the Razorbacks’ firstteam offense bounced back in Tuesday’s practice after enduring a sluggish session Monday.
Published on August 18, 2010
Razorback running backs Broderick Green, Knile Davis, Dennis Johnson and Ronnie Wingo, Jr.
Published on August 18, 2010
University of Arkansas third baseman Zack Cox practices with the team Tuesday afternoon at Baum Stadium in Fayetteville.
Published on August 18, 2010
Arkansas forward Marshawn Powell.
Published on August 18, 2010
Arkansas running back Knile Davis (7), who rushed for 163 yards and four touchdowns in 2009, worked some at fullback in spring practices and has taken about 20 percent of his snaps in practice this month at fullback.
Published on August 18, 2010
Arkansas Coach Bobby Petrino reacts to KAKS radio personality Renee Gork after answering a question during a news conference Saturday. Video of the entire press conference can be viewed on WholeHogSports.com.
Published on August 17, 2010
Arkansas senior Anthony Leon fends off freshman Jatashun Beachum during practice at Reynolds Razorbacks Stadium on Monday. Leon converted to linebacker after spending his first year as a safety.
Published on August 17, 2010
Arkansas Razorbacks forward Marshawn Powell will have his foot examined today after injuring it over the weekend.
Published on August 17, 2010
Arkansas quarterback Tyler Wilson’s performance during Saturday’s scrimmage earned praise from Coach Bobby Petrino and starting quarterback Ryan Mallett. “I thought he did really well,” Mallett said.
Published on August 17, 2010
Former Arkansas Razorbacks pitcher Brett Eibner signed with the Kansas City Royals organization Monday at Arvest Ballpark in Springdale.
Published on August 17, 2010
Arkansas running back Dennis Johnson had a 50-yard run, but Coach Bobby Petrino said he expects more out of his running backs than what they showed in Saturday’s scrimmage.
Published on August 16, 2010
Former Arkansas Razorbacks pitcher Dallas Keuchel was promoted to Class AA Corpus Christi on July 20.
Published on August 16, 2010
Arkansas defensive tackle Alfred Davis (51) dedicated his off-season to getting into shape, a project that has caught the attention of the Razorbacks’ coaches and may earn him a starting spot.
Published on August 16, 2010
Springdale Har-Ber offensive lineman Brey Cook (right), who has grown up without the involvement of his biological father, has embraced the values of hard work and dedication exhibited by his grandfather Warren Cook (left), according to Har-Ber Coach Chris Wood.
Published on August 15, 2010
Strength and Conditioning Coach Jason Veltkamp helps his team stretch before the start of practice on Saturday at Razorback Field in Fayetteville.
Published on August 15, 2010
Arkansas tailback Broderick Green had 27 carries for 76 yards and 3 touchdowns in the Razorbacks’ scrimmage Saturday, and caught a 19-yard touchdown pass from Tyler Wilson.
Published on August 15, 2010
Arkansas quarterback Tyler Wilson (8) threw five touchdown passes — two to Cobi Hamilton and one each to De’Anthony Curtis, Broderick Green and Javontee Herndon — during Saturday’s scrimmage at Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville.
Published on August 15, 2010
Arkansas Coach Bobby Petrino (left) and offensive coordinator Garrick McGee are hoping to see just how tough the Razorbacks are mentally and physically during today’s 9 a.m. scrimmage at Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville.
Published on August 14, 2010
Arkansas quarterback Ryan Mallett has seen his share of ups and downs during fall practices, but the junior was on target Friday during the featured team period.
Published on August 14, 2010
Chris Smith is among the Razorbacks freshmen who are adjusting to Division I football workouts as well as life away from home. Smith, a defensive end who is expected to contribute this season, said, “My mom makes some great pork chops. I’m missing that.”
Published on August 14, 2010
Arkansas defensive linemen Tenarius Wright (43) and Demario Ambrose bear down on Texas A&M quarterback Jerrod Johnson in the Razorbacks’ 47-19 victory over the Aggies in 2009 at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Published on August 13, 2010
What it'll cost
Published on August 12, 2010
Arkansas linebacker Jerry Franklin tries to avoid a block by Freddy Burton during Coach Bobby Petrino’s full-speed practice.
Published on August 12, 2010
University of Arkansas Jerry Franklin tries to avoid the block of teammate Freddy Burton as they run drills Wednesday morning in Fayetteville.
Published on August 12, 2010
The University of Arkansas Razorbacks defensive coordinator Willy Robinson is leaving the Hogs.
Published on August 12, 2010
After spending Tuesday morning practicing at Razorback Stadium, Arkansas players moved inside to the Walker Pavilion for afternoon workouts in helmets and shoulder pads.
Published on August 11, 2010
Scotty Thurman outside a home he and his company has rebuilt for a High Profile cover story.
Published on August 11, 2010
Arkansas punter Dylan Breeding and kicker Alex Tejada are trying to fend off competition from freshmen in the Razorbacks’ preseason workouts.
Published on August 11, 2010
University of Arkansas wide receivers coach Kris Cinkovich works with the receivers during the first day of practice in full pads for the Razorbacks Monday morning.
Published on August 10, 2010
Arkansas Coach Bobby Petrino has raved about how hard it is to tackle junior tailback Dennis Johnson.
Published on August 10, 2010
On Arkansas’ first day of practice in pads, the defense took advantage of its speed and intercepted or knocked away passes from Razorbacks quarterbacks.
Published on August 10, 2010
Starting Razorbacks cornerback Isaac Madison with Paul "Red" Henderson and Eddie Bradford.
Published on August 9, 2010
Arkansas offensive lineman Wade Grayson is back on the field for the Razorbacks after suffering a sprained left knee during spring practice, and the senior is eager to show coaches what he can do.
Published on August 9, 2010
Jason Veltkamp
Published on August 8, 2010
Arkansas linebacker Jerry Franklin doesn’t want last year’s ejection against Georgia to define his collegiate career. He has led the team in tackles the past two seasons, but says he wants to be more physical this year, setting the defensive tone.
Published on August 8, 2010
Arkansas defensive coordinator Willy Robinson (front) takes safety Ross Rasner, cornerback Seth Armbrust (center) and safety Rudell Crim through drills during practice Friday.
Published on August 7, 2010
Wide receiver Jerry Rice, shown during a 1995 game with the San Francisco 49ers, will be one of seven inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today.
Published on August 7, 2010
Arkansas’ Cobi Hamilton, who caught 19 passes for 347 yards a year ago, returns to bolster a receiving corps that many publications have pegged as the best in the nation.
Published on August 7, 2010
How they fared.
Published on August 6, 2010
Arkansas receiver Greg Childs runs through drills Thursday during the Razorbacks’ first practice of fall camp.
Published on August 6, 2010
Arkansas State Coach John Brady, whose basketball team is losing a scholarship because of a below-average Academic Progress Rate, thinks the numbers can be misleading.
Published on August 6, 2010
Arkansas Coach Bobby Petrino watches Dennis Johnson (33) during early drills in the Razorbacks’ first practice Thursday in Fayetteville.
Published on August 6, 2010
Arkansas Razorbacks' Brandon Mitchell, Tyler Wilson, and Ronnie Wingo.
Published on August 5, 2010
Tight end Garrett Uekman, who had 56 catches for 600 yards and 6 touchdowns in 2009 for Little Rock Catholic, hopes to earn plenty of playing time and make an impact for Arkansas this fall.
Published on August 4, 2010
Eddie Camara, who made 29 of 44 field-goal attempts in his final two years at Cedar Hills (Texas) High School, will be competing for Arkansas’ place-kicking duties when the Razorbacks begin practice Thursday.
Published on August 3, 2010
University of Georgia starting quarterback Aaron Murray throws a pass on the first day of football practice in Athens on Monday, Aug. 2, 2010. Head coach Mark Richt isn't afraid of starting a freshman quarterback. Having only freshmen at the position is a different matter. Richt acknowledged it is "scary" to have only four freshmen quarterbacks, including new starter Aaron Murray, in team meetings. "The quarterback room has got to be the youngest room maybe in the history of college football," Richt said before Georgia's first practice.
Published on August 2, 2010
Tennessee Coach Derek Dooley, in his first year at the Volunteers’ helm, is busy earning the respect of his team while simultaneously trying to repair its image. He is the third coach in three years for Tennessee, following Phillip Fulmer and Lane Kiffin.
Published on August 2, 2010
LSU Coach Les Miles says he looks forward to competing against Florida and Alabama, believed to be the class of the SEC.
Published on August 1, 2010