Where the Arkansas Razorbacks rank in the 100s (and where Texas could try to attack)
Every week, Inside Texas takes a look at the statistical areas where the Texas Longhorns’ opponent ranks poorly. Sometimes, the regulations are lenient for this piece but in general the goal is to list all the areas where the team lining up across from the Longhorns rank in the 100s in the FBS. The list can be short at times.
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This week, there was no issue finding areas where the Razorbacks are in the bottom 37 of the FBS. Arkansas is in the 100s in over 15 different categories with most of the glaring deficiencies on defense. However, there are a few special teams categories that made the list as well. Arkansas is a one-phase team, and their stats show it.
Total defense – No. 121 – 426.5 ypg
- The Razorbacks have allowed at least 380 yards to every Power Conference opponent
Rushing defense – No. 114 – 181.2 ypg
- Only Alabama A&M failed to eclipse 100 rushing yards against Arkansas
Passing yards allowed – No. 106 – 245.3 ypg
- Every Arkansas opponent except for Alabama A&M had at least one passing touchdown against the Razorbacks’ defense
Team passing efficiency defense – No. 111 – 146.23
- Seven opposing passing attacks have completed at least 60% of their passes against Arkansas
Scoring defense – T-119 – 32.3 ppg
- Last week’s game where LSU scored 23 was the first time the Razorbacks held an opponent under 30 points since September
Turnover margin – No. 128 – -1.00
- Six of Arkansas’ eight turnovers forced this year have been interceptions. Arkansas hasn’t recovered a fumble since August 30.
Third down conversion percentage defense – No. 106 – 43%
Fourth down conversion percentage defense – No. 128 – 71.4%
Red zone defense – No. 113 – 88.9%
First downs defense – No. 126 – 238
- Arkansas’ situational defense, like its overall defense, has not been good.
Fewest penalty yards per game – No. 104 – 61.8
- Ready for laundry on the field?
Time of possession – No. 102 – 28:47
Fumbles lost – No. 116 – 8
Fumbles recovered – No. 117 – 2
- The ball has often bounced against Arkansas this year
Kickoff return defense – No. 131 – 28.89 ypr
Passes had intercepted – No. 103 – 10
Sacks allowed – No. 103 – 2.40 per game
- Here comes Colin Simmons
