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Arkansas football team must find its Kopps

I ached to ask one question as Sam Pittman addressed a media day gathering that reminded me of the 1970s — such an intimate gathering that the 6-foot social distancing guidelines from last fall were not needed.

Most everyone in the Broyles Center media room leaned forward when the magic question surfaced about 75% through Pittman’s question-and-answer session.

Who will be the surprise of the 2021 Arkansas football team?

Pittman, the second-year coach, didn’t give a name, but he did pinpoint the position with his answer.

“We have to find a No. 2 running back,” Pittman said.