Razorbacks Come Up Short Again

After winning their first two SEC games under coach Brett Bielema, the Razorbacks fall to the #17 Mizzou Tigers in Columbia. Though during the first half it was all Arkansas, the Mizzou defense stepped up and didn’t allow Arkansas to score during the second half. Late in the fourth quarter, the Hogs had a good chance to tie up the game and were driving into Tiger territory, but a fumble by Alex Collins ended the chances of a comeback.
The Razorbacks finished the regular season 6-6 and will be playing in a bowl game that will be announced sometime next week. Though the Hogs didn’t win today in Columbia, this season was a confidence booster for the next year. Arkansas had lost 17 straight SEC games, but then played very well in the LSU and Ole Miss games to halt that streak. Coach Bielema will look to continue the success of the Hogs into this bowl game and to the next season.
Fans should not be too worried about this loss to Missouri, and should make sure to keep up with information on the upcoming bowl game, in order to make travel arrangements.

Make sure to stay safe and have a great Thanksgiving weekend. Check in here next week for information on the Hogs bowl game.

Battle Line: A New Rivalry

With Missouri looking to clinch a spot in a second straight SEC championship game, Arkansas will look to start a new rivalry and spoil the Tigers’ plans. The #17 Tigers are 6-1 in SEC play and are tied with Georgia in the SEC east at 9-2. The Razorbacks have been close to victories in many of their SEC match ups this year, only to get lose in the final moments of the game. But that really doesn’t matter for this Arkansas team, they have dominated in their last two outings. The Hogs’ defense forced six turnovers against the Rebels last Saturday and the offense took advantage of those opportunities. Other than the underrated Battle for the Golden Boot, the Razorbacks don’t have a really strong rivalry. By knocking Mizzou out of the SEC championship game, the Hogs could very well find themselves in an intense, new Battle Line Rivalry.

This is going to be a fun game to watch, so make sure to keep up with it tomorrow afternoon and check in here for the post game report.

Oh, and Happy Thanksgiving from Who Dat-Razorbacks’ writer and editor, Gideon Lytle.

Hogs’ Bowl Game: Terms and Conditions

The Razorbacks’ trip to Columbia, MO on Friday is an important one. If the Razorbacks grab the win, they also will squeeze into a more prestigious bowl game. The Hogs will still be playing in a bowl game if the # 17 Tigers claim the victory at home, but it is likely that they’ll have to settle for the Independence Bowl in Shreveport.
Regardless of if they win or loss in Missouri, the ‘Backs will get to play in a bowl game.
Winning against the Tigers will most likely put them in the Liberty Bowl against Texas. Losing, you’ll probably see them in Shreveport against an ‘at large’ opponent.

Remember, tune in Friday during the game for live stats and updates.

Sources:
CBS Sports

Arkansas-Missouri Preview

The Arkansas Razorbacks are making a trip north to take on the Missouri Tigers this Friday. The Tigers are 9-2 currently and are tied for the lead of the SEC east with Georgia. Missouri held off, SEC east foe, Tennessee last week 29-21 and hope to repeat that against an Arkansas team that has shut out two straight opponents. While Arkansas is sitting at 6-5, they are playing as if they are undefeated. With victories over #18 LSU and #8 Ole Miss, it seems that the Hogs are ready for any team. The Razorbacks powerful and time consuming offense is very effective and the Tigers will have to find a way to stop it or Arkansas may shut out a third straight team. Missouri has an offense that lives off of big plays, and if Arkansas’ defense can repeat their actions from the Ole Miss game, the Tigers won’t have a chance. The Razorbacks forced 6 turnovers in last weeks matchup, 3 picks and 3 fumble recoveries. One of the interceptions was returned from end zone to end zone for six points and a commanding 26-0 lead over the Rebels.
The basis for success the Razorback defense will need is to stop third down conversions. If the Tigers are able to convert many of those, it will allow them to develop a rhythm and attack the defense. The Hogs’ offense will just need to do what they always do, cram the run, wear down the clock, and tire the defense. If the run game is successful, Brandon Allen will have opportunities with the play action to throw some deep balls and make big plays.

My prediction:
Ark: 24
Mizzou: 13