Report Card Versus Alabama

Arkansas squeaked out a 24 to 23 victory over the Crimson Tide. Let's give honorary credit to the three missed field goals and EXTRA POINT from the Alabama place kicker. I hope he retains his scholarship!

A+
First defensive turnover! Results in a scoop and score scamper. A play like that almost breaks the will of an offensive unit and provides an energizing boost to the defense.

B
Punting special teams. No mistakes and great placement inside the 20 and one on the half yard line.

C
Kickoff and punt returns. Average at best. We need to find a spark or at least ignite the one Felix Jones had last season.

D+
Our defensive secondary was thrashed over and over again by a QB making his first road win. Did anyone notice in the 1st quarter that the Alabama guy was wide open for TD but it was over thrown?

F
QB play. Three interceptions. Enough said? They were very bad ... just heaved up without thought or consideration. Some picks are forced but these were just plain horrific. Mitch will learn and make adjustments. I just hope we don't get conservative based upon these mistakes.