Arkansas football vs Utah prediction, scouting report
What will it take for Arkansas football to upset Utah? Here are three things to watch and a score prediction for Hogs-Utes.
This Saturday, September 12, Arkansas football will take on No. 20 Utah in their first major challenge of the season. The Razorbacks, currently at 1-0, will face a ranked opponent for the first time in four games over the next five weeks. Arkansas, led by coach Ryan Silverfield, will need to focus on their ground game to give a boost to quarterback KJ Jackson and disrupt Utah's explosive offense.
Utah, also at 1-0, showed their running prowess last week, averaging 7.4 yards per carry and racking up 364 yards. Coach Ron Roberts believes their strong running attack sets the tone for the entire offense. Both teams will have their star players trying to make a name for themselves in higher competitive leagues. Arkansas' No. 1 cornerback, Braden Pegan, faces Utah's dynamic playmaker, Joker Johnson.
Special teams could be the deciding factor for Arkansas, with Sutton Smith's 67-yard punt return showing his potential. The Hogs will need to be solid on special teams, as a series of errors could make an upset even more challenging. Prediction is Utah 30, Arkansas 20.
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