Arkansas struggles with rushing offense ahead of Tulsa matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 9:06 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Arkansas football, ranked 135th in rushing offense among FBS teams, averages 75.3 yards per game. The Razorbacks aim to address their running game issues as they prepare for a Week 4 matchup against Tulsa. In their previous game, Arkansas managed only 17 yards on 20 carries in a blowout loss to Georgia. Head coach Ryan Silverfield cited a combination of errors, including underwhelming offensive line performance and running backs failing to maximize opportunities. Additionally, the lack of a strong passing game allows defenses to focus on stopping the run.
- •Arkansas ranks 135th out of 138 in rushing offense.
- •The team averaged only 75.3 rushing yards per game.
- •They recorded just 17 rushing yards against Georgia.
- •Ryan Silverfield indicated multiple issues with the offensive execution.
- •The Razorbacks face Tulsa in Week 4.
- 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — Why can't Arkansas run the football? A 'combination of errors'
"What's wrong with Arkansas football's running game? Ryan Silverfield says a "combination of errors." Here's the list, and it begins up front.
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