Georgia vs Arkansas Picks and Prediction for Saturday September 19 2026
On Saturday, the second-ranked Georgia Bulldogs (2-0) face off against the Arkansas Razorbacks (1-1) at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Get involved in the action with our free College Football picks.
Georgia vs. Arkansas Game Information
- September 19, 2026
- 12:00 PM EST
- Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium
- ABC
Arkansas Form & Recent Results
Arkansas heads into this week’s matchup looking to bounce back after a tough loss, and the Razorbacks have now split their first two games of the season. Last week, they traveled to Salt Lake City and were handed a lopsided 43-10 defeat by Utah, a game where very little seemed to go their way. Quarterback KJ Jackson had a rough outing through the air, completing just 14 of his 34 pass attempts and throwing one interception. He did manage to add a little production with his legs, carrying the ball seven times for 34 rushing yards. Wide receiver Chris Marshall was one of the brighter spots for the offense, finishing with five catches for 63 yards, while linebacker Bradley Shaw led the defensive effort with nine total tackles for Arkansas.
Overall, though, it was a disappointing performance from the Razorbacks, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Arkansas finished the game with one turnover and converted two of its four fourth-down attempts, while also holding possession for 31 minutes. Even with that edge in time of possession, the Razorbacks simply couldn’t slow Utah down or find enough rhythm offensively to keep the game competitive. Now, things get even more challenging as Arkansas prepares to return home to Fayetteville for a Saturday afternoon showdown against second-ranked Georgia. Through the first two games of the season, Arkansas is averaging just 20.5 points per game, and that number will need to improve quickly if the Razorbacks want to have any chance of hanging around against one of the best teams in the country.
Georgia Form & Recent Results
Georgia comes into this matchup sitting at No. 2 in the latest AP Poll, and the Bulldogs have looked every bit like one of the top teams in the country through the first two weeks of the season. They are off to a 2-0 start and riding the momentum of a dominant performance last weekend, when they cruised to a 70-20 win over Western Kentucky at home. Quarterback Gunner Stockton was sharp and efficient in that victory, completing 13 of his 16 passes while throwing for five touchdowns. Georgia also got production from Ryan Puglisi, who made the most of his chances on the ground with 79 rushing yards on just two carries, including a touchdown. Sacovie White-Helton added a big play in the passing game, finishing with one catch for 70 yards and a touchdown, while linebacker AJ Kruah helped lead the defense with five tackles.
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As a team, Georgia put together an impressive all-around showing. The Bulldogs finished with 493 total yards of offense, moved the chains for 18 first downs, and converted 7 of their 12 third-down opportunities. They did have two turnovers, which is something they will likely want to clean up moving forward, especially as the competition gets tougher. Now, Georgia turns its attention to a road matchup against Arkansas on Saturday in front of a national television audience. The Bulldogs will be heavy favorites, but playing away from home in the SEC is never something to take lightly. Georgia will be focused on avoiding a letdown, taking care of business, and keeping its undefeated record intact. The Bulldogs are averaging 66.5 points through their first two games of the season.
Key Stats
- UGA’s Gunnar Stockton this season: 28-for-32, 8 TDs
- ARK’s KJ Jackson this season: 38-for-69, 3 TDs, 2 INT
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- UGA -25.5; O/U 54.5
Georgia vs. Arkansas Picks and Prediction
The Razorbacks may be facing their toughest test of the season Saturday when No. 2 Georgia comes to Fayetteville. It’s a rare chance for Arkansas to make a statement on national television and see if it can push one of the country’s best teams. Georgia, meanwhile, will be looking to take advantage of Arkansas’ struggling defense and keep its undefeated season alive. Final Score Prediction, Georgia Bulldogs win but fail to cover the spread, 39-25.