FAYETTEVILLE -- The University of Arkansas' run defense will get its stiffest test yet Saturday against Auburn, which has gored the Razorbacks on the ground since Coach Gus Malzahn took over in 2013.
Arkansas ranks No. 15 in the country, and fourth in the SEC, by allowing 87.3 rushing yards per game. The Razorbacks allow 2.82 yards per carry, which ranks 16th in the nation.
"When you look at their blueprint and what they've been for years, they want to run the football," Arkansas Coach Chad Morris said. "They want to run the football and take their play-action shots when they see fit.