If it weren\u2019t for the unparalleled dominance of LSU and Alabama (indeed, Alabama\u2019s only slip-up has come against LSU themselves) the Arkansas Razorbacks would look like a helluva football team. But, having only one loss and being ranked in the Top 10, the Hogs sit third on the heap in the SEC West division. <\/p>\n
Razorback Stadium, Fayetteville AR It hardly looks like Tennessee will be the team to slow the Hogs down. An intriguing young Volunteers team was derailed badly this season with injuries to their vaunted passing game, the Sherbet and White just hasn\u2019t been the same since. No matter how much shoddy luck a team gets, with a team as prestigious as the Volunteers it is tough to swallow a winless SEC record. There is a few weeks left in the regular season to rectify that, but any way you slice it, it\u2019s been a trying year for Tennessee and its fans.<\/p>\n Arkansas looks to continue cruising on the strength of its offense. The Hogs rank in the Top 10 in passing yards (registering nearly 320 per contest) and also sit 15th<\/sup> in the FBS in scoring offense. The run game is average, but it has dealt with attrition and it does enough to keep opposing defenses honest. What makes this Razorbacks team different than earlier editions is its respectable defense; Arkansas hovers nearly the top third in the FBS in points against and with an attack as potent as they possess, that is more than enough to win most games.<\/p>\n The Vols have significant absences on both sides of the ball. If it weren\u2019t enough to cope with starting QB Tyler Bray and receiving threat Justin Hunter being out, UT is also without starting LB Herman Lathers and starting safety Brent Brewer. Back-up QB Matt Simms has not been able to adequately replace Bray, and that\u2019s where the problems begin. Starting RB Tauren Poole is doing his best to pick up the slack, but he is no Trent Richardson (Alabama) or Michael Dyer (Auburn). Hopefully things go better on the hardwood for Tennessee in 2011-12. [soliloquy id=”82219″]<\/p>\n Arkansas should use the vertical passing game to hurt the visitors and the loud atmosphere at Razorback Stadium should get the Hogs\u2019 underrated defense flowing downhill with a fury. Poole may find a running lane here or there, but it likely won\u2019t be enough for any sustained scoring for the Vols. In addition, Arkansas\u2019 running backs may find some nice yields, as the Tennessee defense could be overly worried about getting beat deep.<\/p>\n Even with the concern of Tennessee\u2019s defensive coaching staff and the Vols\u2019s back seven, the deep ball might still be prominent. Hogs QB Tyler Wilson is having a great season, he is closing in on 3,000 passing yards and WR Jarius Wright is a huge threat, with nine TDs. Stumpy junior RB Dennis Johnson has also emerged as a factor, averaging a healthy 6.2 yards per clip as he has been given time with the absence of starter Knile Davis. The Arkansas offensive line is big and nasty.<\/p>\n It is a shame to see Tennessee getting plastered so badly, it is rather a down time in the SEC East (it hasn\u2019t been often lately that Florida has sucked) but the Vols have not been able to reap the benefits. I\u2019d like to see their fortunes change this weekend on the road, but it almost certainly won\u2019t happen.<\/p>\n Expect Arkansas to bag a couple more wins (Mississippi State next week) before a season-ending key showdown with LSU.<\/p>\n Score Prediction: Arkansas 35, Tennessee 12<\/strong> The CappersPicks.com college football weekly predictions pages! We KNOW you will find our FREE weekly college football picks<\/a>, tips, betting advice, strategies, CFB gambling articles and more to help you become the best College football bettor on your block!!<\/p>\n Tennessee Volunteers (4-5, 0-5 SEC) vs. #8 Arkansas Razorbacks (8-1, 4-1 SEC) If it weren\u2019t for the unparalleled dominance of LSU and Alabama (indeed, Alabama\u2019s only slip-up has come against LSU themselves) the Arkansas Razorbacks would look like a helluva football team. 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\nSaturday, Nov. 12, 6:00 pm EST
\nNCAA Odds from Sportsbook.com:
\nMoneyLine: Tennessee +450, Arkansas -600
\nSpread: Tennessee +14, Arkansas -14
\nOver\/Under: 55<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nOver\/Under Prediction: 47<\/strong> <\/p>\nClick here to CHECK OUT OUR CFB HANDICAPPERS PICKS for the 2011-2012 NCAA Football Season!<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"