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Hogs confident in backups if Jefferson out

( Charlie Kaijo)

Arkansas quarterback Cade Fortin (10) is shown during a game against Alabama on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in Fayetteville.

FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas offensive coaches are having to make plans this week for a contingency they haven’t faced since KJ Jefferson took over as the starting quarterback for the 2021 season.

Because Jefferson is questionable following a blow to the helmet on Saturday, offensive coordinator Kendal Briles and assistants Kenny Guiton, Cody Kennedy, Dowell Loggains and Jimmy Smith have had to hone in on plans that feature Cade Fortin and Malik Hornsby running the quarterback position for Saturday’s 11 a.