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Texas A&MArkansas Kickoff Delayed Two Hours to 5:30 p.m. ET for Thunderstorm Risk

The SEC moved the start to reduce lightning risk following a National Weather Service forecast of severe afternoon storms.

Overview

  • The game, originally set for 3:30 p.m. ET, will now begin at 5:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. CT) in Fayetteville after an official two-hour delay.
  • ESPN will still carry the broadcast despite the schedule change, according to the SEC and team announcements.
  • The National Weather Service projects a 100% chance of precipitation with potential severe storms, heavy rain and wind gusts up to about 25 mph during the afternoon.
  • Forecasters also note a chance of additional thunderstorms after 8 p.m. ET, raising the possibility of further in-game weather disruptions.
  • No. 4 Texas A&M (6-0) visits Arkansas (2-4) for the Razorbacks’ first home meeting with the Aggies since 2013, and the visitors will be without RB Le'Veon Moss for several weeks as Rueben Owens, Amari Daniels and Jamarion Morrow share backfield duties.