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2025 NFL mock draft: Where all 3 Arkansas Razorbacks prospects are projected to land
VIDEO: How Arkansas football QB Taylen Green is developing chemistry with new receivers
Arkansas football QB Taylen Green will need to develop chemistry with multiple new receivers during spring football, which begins March 10.
FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas football turned two 2024 NFL Draft picks into two NFL starters, with offensive lineman Beaux Limmer and kicker Cam Little ascending their respective depth charts in their rookie campaigns.
Now, the Razorbacks are hoping to make a similar impact with at least one more name called in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Arkansas has three prospects who are widely projected to hear their name called this weekend in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Defensive end Land Jackson could go as high as the first round, while wide receivers Isaac TeSlaa and Andrew Armstrong will likely need to wait till Day 3 for their moment in the spotlight.
Here are our final projections for the top Arkansas players in the NFL draft:
DE Landon Jackson to the Washington Commanders in 1st round
After a thrilling run to the NFC Championship, Washington bolsters its defense with Jackson, who is a high-floor prospect that will step into the NFL and immediately make an impact. He’s an every-down player who can stifle the opposing running game while also getting after the passer. Jackson plays with an incredible motor and never stops chasing after the quarterback. His 6-foot-6 and 264-pound frame is the ideal size for an NFL defensive end, and he has the ceiling to raise his game substantially at the next level.
WR Isaac TeSlaa to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 5th round
Pittsburgh needs to add depth at receiver after bringing D.K. Metcalf to the Steel City in free agency. TeSlaa was a talented, but inconsistent receiver who contributed on special teams and was beloved by coaches and teammates. His draft stock rose to a heightened tier after running a 4.43 40-yard dash and a 39.5-inch vertical jump. He’s a physically imposing receiver who thrives at making contested catches through traffic, using his strong hands to snatch passes away from opposing defensive backs. He’s the perfect, physical slot receiver to fit in Pittsburgh’s culture.
WR Andrew Armstrong to the Tennessee Titans in 6th round
The Titans will take quarterback Cam Ward No. 1 overall and then look to build around their new face of the franchise. Armstrong, who led the SEC in receiving yards during 2024, is a strong one-cut route runner who consistently beats zone coverages by finding openings in the middle of the field. He makes difficult catches and can surprise opponents with meaningful yards after catch, despite lacking elite speed and strength at the position.
Jackson Fuller covers Arkansas football, basketball and baseball for the Southwest Times Record, part of the USA TODAY Network. Reach him at jfuller@gannett.com or follow him @jacksonfuller16 on X, formerly known as Twitter.
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Arkansas runaway youth numbers rising, what does that mean? | Make It Make Sense
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – This week, host Alex Kienlen sat down with reporter and KARK News Anchor Mattison Gafner to discuss her report on the surge of runaway youth in Arkansas.
Topics included not just the numbers but also causes, consequences, and what can be done.
If you, or someone you know, is dealing with running away, or considering it, help is available through the National Runaway Safeline at 1-800-RUNAWAY or the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678.
Make It Make Sense is a KARKFOX16+ exclusive show that airs weekly at 7 p.m. Monday on the free app. For more information on how to get the free app, head to KARK.com/Streaming.
Questions? Considerations? Reach out at MakeItMakeSense@Nexstar.TV.
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OPINION | ROBERT STEINBUCH: Intent matters | Arkansas Democrat Gazette
Robert Steinbuch
Robert Steinbuch, the Arkansas Bar professor at the Bowen Law School, is a Fulbright Scholar and author of the treatise “The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.” His views do not necessarily reflect those of his employer.
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Arvest Bank warns customers about video call banking scams in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A new scam is popping up on screens, and banks say it’s catching people off guard.
Arvest Bank is warning customers about an increase in fraud involving unsolicited video calls that appear to be from financial institutions. The calls often begin with a text, email or phone call urging immediate action.
A spokesperson reported that scammers may claim there is suspicious activity or a technical problem, then push victims to join a video call through FaceTime or another platform, and once connected, they try to get customers to share their screen while logging in to accounts, entering passwords, or moving money.
“Scammers are always finding new ways to steal money, and that now includes video calls,” said Erin Gray, Arvest’s director of Integrated Account Protection.
Arvest urges customers to be cautious of urgent, unexpected requests, especially those asking to watch account activity in real time. The bank advises hanging up and calling back using a verified number, avoiding screen-sharing with strangers and checking accounts regularly for unusual activity.
Anyone who believes they’ve been targeted is encouraged to contact their bank and report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission at ReportFraud.FTC.gov.
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