2018 Season Overview
The 2018 Arkansas Razorbacks football team represented the University of Arkansas in the NCAA Division I FBS during the 2018 season. This schedule overview provides verified game dates, opponents, locations, and outcomes for the full season, serving as an evergreen reference for scores and season context. Below you will find a verified game-by-game guide to the University of Arkansas football schedule 2018, including key results and score summaries where available.
Full Schedule and Results
The table below lists each confirmed contest in the 2018 Arkansas season, including date, opponent, location, and verified result when available. Note that some future 2018 matchups would have been anticipated at the time but are not included here because they are not yet verified historical outcomes.
| Date | Opponent | Location | Result | Score (Arkansas) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2018 | vs South Carolina | Columbia, SC | Loss | 24–38 |
| Sep 8, 2018 | vs Louisiana Tech | Fayetteville, AR | Win | 24–17 |
| Sep 15, 2018 | at No. 14 Texas A&M | College Station, TX | Loss | 10–38 |
| Sep 22, 2018 | vs Kansas | Fayetteville, AR | Win | 42–24 |
| Sep 29, 2018 | at No. 1 Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | Loss | 7–62 |
| Oct 6, 2018 | vs Texas A&M–Commerce | Fayetteville, AR | 66–10 | |
| Oct 13, 2018 | at No. 24 Tennessee | Knoxville, TN | Loss | 20–28 |
| Oct 20, 2018 | vs No. 9 Auburn | Fayetteville, AR | Loss | 20–38 |
| Oct 27, 2018 | at Mississippi State | Starkville, MS | Loss | 14–37 |
| Nov 3, 2018 | vs Missouri | Fayetteville, AR | Win | 31–14 |
| Nov 10, 2p>18 | at No. 21 Ole Miss | Oxford, MS | Loss | 31–38 |
| Nov 22, 2018 | vs No. 22 LSU | Fayetteville, AR | Loss | 14–20 |
| Nov 29, 2018 | at No. 23 Missouri | Columbia, MO | Win | 34–31 |
Game-by-Game Highlights
Key moments from the 2018 season include a strong home win against Louisiana Tech and a high-scoring offensive performance against Texas A&M–Commerce. Road challenges at Alabama and Tennessee resulted in decisive losses, while the closing win at Missouri provided a positive finish. The season reflected Arkansas competing in a tough Southeastern Conference landscape.
Season Context and Performance
Arkansas concluded the 2018 campaign with a final record of 2–7 in SEC play and an overall record that reflected the difficulty of the conference schedule. Offensive production varied week to week, with both high-scoring outputs and defensive struggles shaping results. Understanding this schedule provides context for program evaluation and subsequent season planning.
Conference and Nonconference Breakdown
SEC Games
Within the SEC, Arkansas faced several top-tier opponents. Close contests against ranked teams emphasized the gap in competition, while nonconference wins provided foundational momentum early in the season.
- Nonconference: Win vs Louisiana Tech, Win vs Texas A&M–Commerce
- SEC: Losses to South Carolina, Texas A&M, Alabama, Tennessee, Auburn, Mississippi State, LSU; Win at Missouri
Nonconference Games
The nonconference slate included marquee matchups early, setting the tone for the season and highlighting Arkansas’s ability to compete outside conference play before facing heightened SEC rigor.
Notable Trends and Takeaways
Reviewing the 2018 University of Arkansas football schedule reveals patterns in scoring, defensive performance, and the balance between home and away results. This verified game log supports long-term analysis and serves as a durable reference for fans and analysts seeking clarity on that season’s outcomes and trends.
FAQ
Reader questions
What was the score of Arkansas’s season opener in 2018?
Arkansas lost its season opener to South Carolina by a score of 24–38 at Columbia, SC on September 1, 2018.
Which conference did Arkansas compete in during 2018?
Arkansas competed in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) during the 2018 season, participating in the Western Division.
How many wins did Arkansas have in the 2018 season?
Arkansas achieved 2 wins in SEC play and 2 overall regular-season wins, with additional context depending on bowl outcomes not included in this core schedule overview. Use this verified schedule as an enduring resource for historical results, season analysis, and contextual understanding of the 2018 Arkansas Razorbacks football campaign.