What channel is the hogs game on

HOW TO WATCH

Game: Arkansas vs. Cincinnati

Odds: Arkansas (-6)

Time: 2:30 PM CT, Saturday Sept. 3rd

TV: ESPN

Stream: ESPN App

Congratulations, Razorback fans, you made it! The kickoff of the 2022 season is just a few short days away, and the buzz around the state is at an all-time high. Sam Pittman and his Razorbacks will take the field on Saturday afternoon for the biggest opening game for Arkansas in quite some time. So while you try to stay calm until Saturday, let’s run through some of the last-minute items you need to know before kickoff.

Luke Fickell and the Cincinnati Bearcats stand between the Razorbacks and the win column to open the new season. On Tuesday, Fickell took to the podium to preview the matchup for his squad. Most notably, Fickell made it clear that he will not name a starting quarterback before his team takes the field on Saturday. Additionally, Fickell is preparing his Bearcats for Arkansas’ physicality and the electric environment that will surely be Razorback Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

“It’s going to be a tough and nasty game,” said Fickell. “We started probably last week, really kind of talking about the environment, talking about the atmosphere, making sure we’re aware of what it’s going to be like.”

Undoubtedly, the Bearcats will be well-coached and prepared for Saturday’s matchup. Cincinnati knows the Hogs will try to impose their will from the first snap, but can the Bearcats stop it?

•As for the Razorbacks, Sam Pittman addressed a few gray areas during his press conference on Monday. Most importantly, offensive lineman Brady Latham and transfer receiver Jadon Haselwood returned to practice this week after dealing with minor injuries. Pittman expects both guys to be ready for kickoff on Saturday.

•Monday also revealed the season’s first official depth chart. Offensively, Pittman and his staff are rolling with experience at the wide receiver position to open the season. Warren Thompson, Jadon Haselwood, and Matt Landers will take the field with the first-team offense. Jaedon Wilson, Bryce Stephens, and Ketron Jackson Jr. are listed as the secondary receivers and will likely see plenty of action against Cincinnati.

•Defensively, it will be interesting to see how Jordan Cook and Chris Paul Jr. perform in their roles behind Bumper Pool and Drew Sanders. The emergence of another consistent linebacker will be vital as the Hogs progress through the season. Additionally, the Razorback secondary is full of experience and opportunity. Jalen Catalon will serve as the anchor but don’t be surprised to see a steady rotation in the defensive backfield on Saturday.

•Lastly, the official captains for the 2022 season are KJ Jefferson, Dalton Wagner, Jalen Catalon, and Bumper Pool. This season’s captains have seen it all during their Razorback careers and are sure to help guide this team. Lofty expectations and a demanding schedule make the job increasingly difficult, but this Razorback team is capable of putting together a memorable run.

GO HOGS!

Read more

The Arkansas Razorbacks football team kicks off its 2022 season Saturday against the Cincinnati Bearcats.

The game is scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. CT at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

The Razorbacks, ranked No. 23 in the USA Today AFCA Coaches Poll, are hoping to improve on last season's 9-4 record.

Cincinnati, coming off a season in which they appeared in the College Football Playoff, are ranked No. 22 in the USA Today AFCA Coaches Poll.

Here is everything you need to know to watch Saturday's game.

Start time: 2:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, Sept. 3

Location: Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas

TV: ESPN

ESPN is channel 206 on DirecTV, channel 570 on Verizon FiOS and channel 140 Dish Network.

ESPN commentators are scheduled to be Dave Flemming (play-by-play), Rod Gilmore (analyst) and Tiffany Blackmon (sideline reporter).

Online live stream: ESPN.com/watch

Read more Arkansas football news

Sam Pittman is the Arkansas football head coach. Luke Fickell is the Cincinnati football head coach.

The Arkansas Razorbacks football team is scheduled to host the South Carolina Gamecocks on Saturday, Sept. 10.

The game is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. CT at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Arkansas, No. 17 in the USA Today Sports AFCA Coaches Poll, is 1-0 after beating Cincinnati 31-24 last Saturday.

South Carolina is also 1-0 after beating Georgia State 35-14 in their season-opener last Saturday.

Here's everything you need to know to watch Saturday's game.

Start time: 11 a.m. CT on Saturday, Sept. 10

Location: Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas

TV: ESPN

ESPN is channel 206 on DirecTV, channel 570 on Verizon FiOS and channel 140 on Dish Network.

ESPN commentators are scheduled to be Bob Wischusen (play-by-play), Dan Orlovsky (analyst) and Kris Budden (sideline reporter).

ESPN Radio commentators are scheduled to be Mike Couzens (play-by-play), Max Starks (analyst) and Mike Peasley (host).

Online live stream: ESPN.com/watch

Read more Arkansas football news

Sam Pittman is the Arkansas football head coach. Shane Beamer is the South Carolina football head coach.

South Carolina @ No. 21 Arkansas

Current Records: South Carolina 1-0; Arkansas 1-0

Last Season Records: Arkansas 9-4; South Carolina 7-6

What to Know

Get ready for an SEC battle as the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Arkansas Razorbacks will face off at noon ET on Saturday at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. USC will be hoping to build upon the 48-22 win they picked up against Arkansas when they previously played in October of 2017.

The Gamecocks decided to play defense against itself last week, but the team still came out ahead despite their 102 penalty yards. They were the clear victors by a 35-14 margin over the Georgia State Panthers. The margin was wide but not a surprise since the spread was 13 points in USC's favor. Their RB MarShawn Lloyd filled up the stat sheet, punching in one rushing touchdown in addition to snatching one receiving TD.

Meanwhile, Arkansas beat the Cincinnati Bearcats 31-24 last week. Arkansas QB KJ Jefferson did work as he passed for three TDs and 223 yards on 26 attempts in addition to rushing for one TD and 62 yards.

Their wins lifted both teams to an identical 1-0. Watch the contest and check back on CBS Sports to find out who keeps up the positive energy and who hits a stumbling block.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 12 p.m. ET
  • Where: Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium -- Fayetteville, Arkansas
  • TV: ESPN
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App

Series History

South Carolina won the only game these two teams have played in the last eight years.

  • Oct 07, 2017 - South Carolina 48 vs. Arkansas 22

No. 4 Cincinnati @ No. 21 Arkansas

Last Season Records: Arkansas 9-4; Cincinnati 13-1

What to Know

The Arkansas Razorbacks and the Cincinnati Bearcats will face off at 3:30 p.m. ET Sept. 3 at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium to kick off their 2022 seasons. Arkansas ended up 9-4 last year and capped things off with a win over the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Outback Bowl, so they are on the hunt for another strong season. Likewise, Cincinnati finished a flawless 13-0 in the regular season last season, but they are hoping to make up for a 27-6 loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Cotton Bowl.

A couple last-season offensive stats to keep in the back of your head while watching: The Razorbacks were 22nd best in the nation (top 9%) in rushing yards per game, finishing the 2021 season with 228.4 on average. The Bearcats displayed some offensive firepower of their own as they ranked eighth in the nation in overall offensive touchdowns, closing the year with 67 overall.

Arkansas is the favorite in this one, with an expected 7-point margin of victory. But these early season matchups can go either way as both teams get back into playing shape.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET
  • Where: Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium -- Fayetteville, Arkansas
  • TV: ESPN
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App

Odds

The Razorbacks are a solid 7-point favorite against the Bearcats, according to the latest college football odds.

Over/Under: -110

See college football picks for every single game, including this one, from SportsLine's advanced computer model. Get picks now.

Series History

This is the first time these teams have played each other within the last seven years.