WholeHogSports · Aug 13, 2019
Stopping the run 'huge emphasis' for Arkansas
FAYETTEVILLE — Only two SEC teams have given up 200-plus rushing yards per game in conference play in the last three seasons.
Arkansas and Ole Miss complete the list.
This preseason, the Razorbacks are aiming to change that, placing an emphasis on limiting teams' success on the ground. And improved depth up front and at linebacker could lead to on-field progress in defensive coordinator John Chavis' second season.
"That's our No. 1 emphasis and we've got the guys to do it," said senior defensive tackle TJ Smith, who totaled 26 tackles and 3.5 for tackles loss last season. "That comes first. Coach (Chavis) always tells us you've got to play with a cheat sheet.