For about 45 minutes late Saturday afternoon, college football was on overload.

Arkansas coach Chad Morris talks with an official while playing Western Kentucky during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019 in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)A person with knowledge of the decision says Arkansas has fired football coach Chad Morris after 22 games and no Southeastern Conference victories. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the school had not yet made an official announcement. Arkansas made the move less than 24 hours after the Razorbacks lost 45-19 to a Western Kentucky. A year after a $160 million stadium renovation and expansion, Arkansas had its two lowest-attended games since a previous expansion in 2001.

Having lost six straight games, the Razorbacks will turn to redshirt freshman John Stephen Jones under center Saturday when they host Western Kentucky in non-league play. ABOUT WESTERN KENTUCKY (5-4)The Hilltoppers wasted a 14-0 lead in last weeks 35-24 defeat to Florida Atlantic, but this weeks matchup is all about Ty Storey. The graduate transfer and former Arkansas quarterback is now under center for Western Kentucky and insists that he harbors no ill will against the Razorbacks coaches. During its four-game winning streak, Western Kentucky allowed a total of 38 points. PREDICTION: Arkansas 37, Western Kentucky 30

Mississippi State will try to snap a four-game losing streak when it hits the road for an SEC showdown Saturday with Arkansas, which is on a five-game losing skid. Getting on top is a key to winning for Mississippi State, which hasnt trailed in its three wins but has led only once in its five losses. Mississippi State WR Isaiah Zuber had his first two touchdown catches as a Bulldog last week after transferring from Kansas State this past offseason. Mississippi State has won six of the last seven meetings, with four of the six victories decided in the final minute. PREDICTION: Mississippi State 31, Arkansas 20

Tua Tagovailoa #13 of the Alabama Crimson Tide warms up before their game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Williams-Brice Stadium on September 14, 2019 in Columbia, South Carolina. Tagovailoa injured his right ankle in last Saturday's game against Tennessee and underwent surgery, providing Jones with the biggest opportunity of his career. Arkansas has dropped four straight games and was smashed 51-10 by Auburn last Saturday and coach Chad Morris isn't looking at the Alabama quarterback situation as his team receiving a break. Crimson Tide junior RB Najee Harris has a team-high 556 rushing yards and has topped 100 in three of the past four games. PREDICTION: Alabama 44, Arkansas 17More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. Sophomore quarterback Mac Jones will make his first career start in place of injured Tua Tagovailoa when top-ranked Alabama hosts Arkansas in SEC play on Saturday. Tagovailoa injured his right ankle in last Saturday's game against Tennessee and underwent surgery, providing Jones with the biggest opportunity of his career. Arkansas has dropped four straight games and was smashed 51-10 by Auburn last Saturday and coach Chad Morris isn't looking at the Alabama quarterback situation as his team receiving a break. "We practice situations, we practice with every receiver, so he has relationships," Ruggs told reporters. PREDICTION: Alabama 44, Arkansas 17More college football scores

Quarterback Bo Nix #10 of the Auburn Tigers hands the ball off to running back JaTarvious Whitlow #28 of the Auburn Tigers during the third quarter of their game against the Tulane Green Wave at Jordan-Hare Stadium on September 7, 2019 inFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. LINE: Auburn -19"You can't take anything for granted," Auburn coach Gus Malzahn told reporters. Arkansas junior DB Kamren Curl tops the teams with 44 tackles while adding two sacks, two interceptions and a fumble recovery for a score. Senior DB Jeremiah Dinson leads Auburn with 43 tackles to go along with two sacks and the team's only interception. PREDICTION: Auburn 38, Arkansas 21More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

Devwah Whaley #21 of the Arkansas Razorbacks runs the ball for a touchdown during a game against the Missouri Tigers at Razorback Stadium on November 24, 2017 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. - Arkansas is looking for an offensive spark after totaling 37 points in its 1-1 start. Coach Chad Morris is hoping a switch at quarterback will provide most of that lift as the Razorbacks are turning to junior transfer Nick Starkel for Saturday's home non-conference game against Colorado State. Last season's loss was Arkansas' first in four meetings against Colorado State and just its second in 16 games against Mountain West Conference foes. PREDICTION: Arkansas 31, Colorado State 20More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

Brown #1 of the Mississippi Rebels points to the sky after scoring a touchdown against the Southern Illinois Salukis during the first half at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on September 8, 2018 in Oxford, Mississippi. - Arkansas and Mississippi both expected to field much improved offenses this season, but neither team showed much firepower in their respective season openers. After winning only two games in 2018, Arkansas struggled in its season opener before coming away with a 20-13 victory over FCS opponent Portland State. "Never will I ever apologize for winning, there is no such thing as a bad win," Razorbacks coach Chad Morris said. PREDICTION: Arkansas 27, Mississippi 23More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

Devwah Whaley #21 of the Arkansas Razorbacks runs the ball for a touchdown during a game against the Missouri Tigers at Razorback Stadium on November 24, 2017 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. - Arkansas is looking for a bounce-back season in 2019, beginning with an opening game against visiting Portland State on Saturday. Defense was a big problem for Portland State in 2018, as the Vikings allowed 36.2 points per game, including 67 points a game in two matchups with FBS opponents. ABOUT PORTLAND STATE (2018: 4-7)There is some talent on the Portland State squad, led by All-America tight end Charlie Taumoepeau. PREDICTION: Arkansas 49, Portland State 10More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.