8 Keys to Arkansas vs. Mississippi State

Arkansas quarterback KJ Jefferson (1) drops back to pass against Alabama during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)Will KJ Jefferson play?

That is the biggest key to this week’s game. With Jefferson, Arkansas has shown the capability to compete with almost any team. The Razorbacks are a mystery offensively without him because he has rarely been off the field the past two seasons.

Jefferson has a 12-8 career record as the Razorbacks’ starting quarterback, including 12-6 since he became full-time starter last season. He has completed 66.1% of his passes for 1,096 yards and 9 touchdowns this season, and has rushed for 312 yards and…