( Andy Shupe)
Arkansas defensive lineman Markell Utsey (0) runs through a drill Friday, Aug. 6, 2021, during practice at the university practice facility in Fayetteville.
Arkansas went through its first fully padded practice of the preseason on Thursday. Once again, the offense and defense split time on the outdoor grass field and the turf field inside Walker Pavilion.
Here are a few notes and observations from the open portion of the workout:
• Sam Pittman, in nearly every appearance with the media since he was hired, has spoken about wanting the Razorbacks to be a hard-working, tough team.