Pirtle: Deep talent to Tech's offense the key to winning

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Less than 30 seconds after Arkansas tied the game at 14 in the second quarter, Patrick Mahomes took the snap and pitched it to Jakeem Grant who passed it down the field to Reginald Davis, who was wide open behind the Razorback secondary, for a 72-yard touchdown.

I was surprised by that play.

But in a way, I shouldn’t have been.

Another facet of Grant’s ability should be expected.

He is believed to be the first Red Raider ever to rush for a touchdown, catch a touchdown pass, return a kick for a touchdown and pass for a touchdown.

But the Texas Tech offense isn’t just Grant.

Overall, the Red Raiders have shown their talent deep through the skill positions so far this year, from…