Arkansas wrapped up its week of preparations for Saturday’s game at top-ranked Florida. There was quite of bit of news to come out of Thursday’s practice.

Arkansas coach Bobby Petrino said running back Michael Smith (hamstring) is a game-time decision. The senior has continued to practice this week, but he’s been limited because of the injury suffered in last week’s win over Auburn.

“Michael got out there today and did some work. Right now, I’d say it’ll probably be a game-time decision,” Petrino said. “But I’m encouraged in the fact that he did get some work yesterday and more today.”

Petrino didn’t want to say who would start at tailback if Smith is unable to go against the Gators. However, Petrino said wide receiver Jarius Wright (concussion) has looked good in practice and has shown no “ill effects” from the head injury. Expect Wright to play.

Petrino said freshman quarterback Brandon Mitchell, who hasn’t played this season, will be sidelined for awhile with what’s believed to be an inguinal hernia. In the meantime, redshirt freshman Jim Youngblood is working at both quarterback and tight end.

“He’s been able to do both,” Petrino said of Youngblood.

Finally, Petrino said wide receiver Joe Adams will make the trip to Florida, even though he’s out indefinitely with what’s being called a mild stroke.