2010 Arkansas Razorbacks football team

American college football season February 2026 August 2023 2010 Arkansas Razorbacks football Southeastern Conference Western Division SEC 12 12 10–3 6–2 Bobby Petrino 3rd Garrick McGee 1st Multiple Willy Robinson 3rd 4–3 Jake Bequette Ramon Broadway Jerry Franklin DeMarcus Love Ryan Mallett D. J. Williams Donald W. Reynolds Razorback StadiumWar Memorial Stadium Sugar Bowl L 26–31 vs. Ohio State The 2010 Arkansas Razorbacks football team represented the University of Arkansas as a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) during the 2010 NCAA Division I FBS football season. Led by third-year head coach Bobby Petrino, the Razorbacks compiled an overall record of 10–3 with a mark of 6–2 in conference play, tying for second place in the SEC's Western Division. Arkansas earned a berth in the Sugar Bowl, the program's first appearance in a Bowl Championship Series (BCS) game. The Razorbacks lost Sugar Bowl to Ohio State. The team played five home games at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas and two home games at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, Arkansas. Schedule 2010 AP Central September 4 6:00 p.m. w y 17 Tennessee Tech Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium Fayetteville, AR PPV 44–3 69,596 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=302470008 Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Box Score ESPN.com September 6, 2010 https://web.archive.org/web/20100907185821/http://scores.espn.go.com/ncf/boxscore?gameId=302470008 September 7, 2010 live September 11 6:00 p.m. w y 14 Louisiana–Monroe War Memorial Stadium Little Rock, AR SECRN 31–7 55,705 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=302542433 Arkansas Razorbacks vs.Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks Box Score ESPN.com September 11, 2010 https://web.archive.org/web/20100914130527/http://scores.espn.go.com/ncf/boxscore?gameId=302542433 September 14, 2010 live September 18 11:00 a.m. w y 12 Georgia Sanford Stadium Athens, GA ESPN 31–24 92,746 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=302610061 Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Georgia Bulldogs Box Score ESPN.com September 19, 2010 https://web.archive.org/web/20100921000645/http://espn.go.com/ncf/boxscore?gameId=302610061 September 21, 2010 live September 25 2:30 p.m. l 10 Alabama 1 Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium Fayetteville, AR CBS 20–24 76,808‡ https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=302680008 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Box Score ESPN.com January 5, 2011 https://web.archive.org/web/20101201083615/http://espn.go.com/ncf/boxscore?gameId=302680008 December 1, 2010 live October 9 2:30 p.m. w y y 11 Texas A&M Cowboys Stadium Arlington, TX rivalry ABC 24–17 65,622 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=302820245 Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Texas A&M Aggies Box Score ESPN.com January 5, 2011 October 16 2:30 p.m. l y 12 Auburn 7 Jordan–Hare Stadium Auburn, AL CBS 43–65 87,451 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=302890002 Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Auburn Tigers Box Score ESPN.com January 5, 2011 https://web.archive.org/web/20101201083053/http://espn.go.com/ncf/boxscore?gameId=302890002 December 1, 2010 live October 23 11:21 a.m. w 21 Ole Miss Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium Fayetteville, AR rivalry SECN 38–24 73,619 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=302960008 Mississippi Rebels vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Box Score ESPN.com October 24, 2010 https://web.archive.org/web/20101026090603/http://scores.espn.go.com/ncf/boxscore?gameId=302960008 October 26, 2010 live October 30 7:00 p.m. w y 19 Vanderbilt Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium Fayetteville, AR SECRN 49–14 70,430 http://vucommodores.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/103010aac.html Vanderbilt-Arkansas Post Game Notes vucommodores.com October 31, 2010 https://web.archive.org/web/20101106114903/http://vucommodores.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/103010aac.html November 6, 2010 live November 6 6:00 p.m. w y 17 South Carolina 18 Williams–Brice Stadium Columbia, SC ESPN 41–20 75,136 http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30723&SPID=2419&DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=205026341 Arkansas-USC game stats Arkansas Athletics November 6, 2010 October 6, 2012 https://web.archive.org/web/20121018002146/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30723&SPID=2419&DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=205026341 October 18, 2012 dead November 13 6:00 p.m. w y 14 UTEP Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium Fayetteville, AR ESPNU 58–21 67,330 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=303170008 UTEP Miners Rebels vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Box Score ESPN.com November 19, 2010 https://web.archive.org/web/20101117222851/http://scores.espn.go.com/ncf/boxscore?gameId=303170008 November 17, 2010 live November 20 6:00 p.m. w y 13 Mississippi State 22 Davis Wade Stadium Starkville, MS ESPN 38–31 2OT 56,406 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=303240344 Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs – Box Score ESPN.com November 20, 2010 October 6, 2012 November 27 2:30 p.m. w 12 LSU 6 War Memorial Stadium Little Rock, AR rivalry CBS 31–23 55,808 http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2010/nov/28/no-12-arkansas-31-no-5-lsu-23-oh-so-sweet-20101128 No. 12 Arkansas 31, No. 5 LSU 23: Oh, so sweet Arkansasonline.com November 28, 2010 October 6, 2012 January 4 8:00 p.m. l y y 8 Ohio State 6 Louisiana Superdome New Orleans, LA Sugar Bowl, College GameDay ESPN 26–31 73,879 https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=310040008 Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Box Score ESPN.com January 5, 2011 ‡ New Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium attendance record Arkansas Razorbacks Schedule 2010 https://www.espn.com/college-football/team/schedule/_/id/8/season/2010 ESPN August 26, 2025 2010 Arkansas Razorbacks Schedule and Results https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/arkansas/2010-schedule.html College Football at Sports-Reference.com Sports Reference August 26, 2025 2010 Football Schedule https://arkansasrazorbacks.com/sport/m-footbl/schedule/?season=2010-11 University of Arkansas August 26, 2025 Rankings 2010 NCAA Division I FBS football rankings AP 0 15 17 14 12 10 15 11 12 21 19 17 14 13 12 8 8 12 Coaches 0 15 19 15 13 11 15 13 13 21 18 19 14 13 12 8 8 12 Harris 6 14 13 20 18 17 14 13 12 8 8 BCS 7 14 23 19 18 15 13 12 7 8 Before the season Quarterback Ryan Mallett had successful offseason surgery on a broken left foot.Smith, Bill (February 18, 2010) Successful surgery for Mallett https://web.archive.org/web/20121003034400/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204890512 2012-10-03 . Retrieved March 20, 2010. The injury occurred during a conditioning drill, and kept the Texarkana native out of spring drills.Higbee, Zack (February 17, 2010)Mallett injury update https://web.archive.org/web/20121003034444/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204889943 2012-10-03 . Retrieved March 20, 2010. Sophomore defensive backs David Gordon and Hunter Miller were arrested on April 26 for possession of drugs.Neiswanger, Robbie (April 27, 2010). Two Razorbacks Arrested on Drug Charge https://web.archive.org/web/20100430213254/http://arkansasnews.com/2010/04/27/two-razorbacks-arrested-on-drug-charge/ 2010-04-30 Arkansas News Bureau. Retrieved May 1, 2010. Offensive tackle DeMarcus Love was named to the Outland Trophy watchlist, and Ryan Mallett was named the frontrunner for the Davey O'Brien Award by The Sporting News.Higbee, Zack. "Love named to Outland Trophy watch list." 06/21/2010. Article. https://web.archive.org/web/20121017215518/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204961493 2012-10-17 . Retrieved July 13, 2010.Higbee, Zack. (June 30, 2010) Sporting News features Mallett https://web.archive.org/web/20121017215634/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204965263 2012-10-17 Retrieved July 13, 2010. Mallett and tight end D. J. Williams were also named to numerous preseason All-American teams.Higbee, Zack. "Razorbacks honored by Phil Steele." 05/20/2010. Article. https://web.archive.org/web/20121017215726/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204948893 2012-10-17 . Retrieved July 13, 2010. Joe Adams, Greg Childs, Wade Grayson, DeMarcus Love, Jerry Franklin, Jake Bequette, DeQuinta Jones, and Jerico Nelson earned All-SEC honors. Coach Bobby Petrino, Mallett, Williams, and back-up quarterback Tyler Wilson all appeared on ESPN's College Football Live.Higbee, Zack. "Coach Petrino on College Football Live." 04/27/2010. Article. https://web.archive.org/web/20121017220654/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204937032 2012-10-17 . Retrieved July 13, 2010.Higbee, Zack. "Mallett to be on College Football Live." 05/12/2010. Article. https://web.archive.org/web/20121017220734/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204944285 2012-10-17 . Retrieved July 13, 2010.Higbee, Zack. "Williams to be on College Football Live." 05/21/2010. Article. https://web.archive.org/web/20121017220833/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204949151 2012-10-17 . Retrieved July 13, 2010.Higbee, Zack. "Wilson to appear on CFB Live." 06/1/2010. Article. https://web.archive.org/web/20121017220924/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204953492 2012-10-17 . Retrieved July 13, 2010. Wide receiver Carlton Salters left the football team on July 12 in order to pursue his professional baseball career.Higbee, Zack. "Carlton Salters update." 07/12/2010. Article. https://web.archive.org/web/20121017221024/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204967332 2012-10-17 . Retrieved July 13, 2010. Game summaries Tennessee Tech Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles football Golden Eagles 3 0 0 0 #17 Razorbacks 0 23 21 0 Arkansas met Tennessee Tech for the first time on the gridiron to open the 2010 season of lofty expectations. The Hogs started slowly, with TTU taking a 3–0 lead into the second quarter, but Arkansas was driving to close the first quarter, and running back Dennis Johnson scored from seven yards out for the Hogs' first touchdown of the season. The Arkansas defense recorded a safety on the ensuing TTU possession. Arkansas running back Broderick Green leaped in for another Razorbacks score, making the lead 16–3 for Arkansas. The Razorbacks added an 85-yard scoring pass from quarterback Ryan Mallett to Joe Adams before halftime."2010 Arkansas Razorback Football – Tennessee Tech vs Arkansas." September 4, 2010. Stats. https://web.archive.org/web/20121018002527/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30723&SPID=2419&DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204988498 2012-10-18 . Retrieved November 28, 2010. The Hogs came out strong in the second half, with Ronnie Wingo scoring another Razorbacks touchdown on the ground. Mallett began to click with his receivers at this point, finding Cobi Hamilton and Joe Adams for passing touchdowns. Arkansas did not punt in the contest, and won easily 44–3. This was the first time under Bobby Petrino that the Hogs kept an opponent without a touchdown.Crawford, Patrick. "Mallett connects, UA wins 44–3 over TTU ." September 4, 2010. Summary. https://web.archive.org/web/20121018002601/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30723&SPID=2419&DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=204988415 2012-10-18 . Retrieved November 28, 2010. Louisiana–Monroe 2010 Louisiana–Monroe Warhawks football team #14 Razorbacks 7 0 7 17 Warhawks 0 0 0 7 Ryan Mallett threw for four hundred yards for the third time in his career, and Greg Childs had twelve catches as Arkansas' offense rallied in the second half to finish the Warhawks."No. 14 Arkansas wakes up in second half, dumps Louisiana-Monroe." ESPN.com. Article.. Retrieved September 12, 2010. The Razorbacks offense looked lethargic in the first half, but the Arkansas defense was stout. The first score of the game came in the first quarter, Greg Childs hauling in a 19-yard touchdown pass From Ryan Mallett. Neither team scored again until the third quarter, when Mallett took a quarterback sneak one yard to paydirt. Rudell Crim of Arkansas intercepted a pass, and the Hogs drove for five minutes resulting Zach Hocker's first career field goal as a Razorback."Mallett helps Arkansas down Louisiana-Monroe." Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Article.. Retrieved September 12, 2010. Childs again caught a Mallett touchdown pass, diving into the end zone to make the score 24–0. At this point, Louisiana-Monroe strung a drive together and connected on a Luther Ambrose 25 yard touchdown reception from Kolton Browning. Razorback sophomore Ronnie Wingo scored on a screen pass to stretch the final margin to 31–7.Cristal, Aiyana. "Razorbacks win 31–7." Today's THV. Article.. Retrieved September 12, 2010. Arkansas' offense had three turnovers in the contest, but the defense played well; limiting ULM to under 200 yards of total offense. Georgia 2010 Georgia Bulldogs football team #12 Razorbacks 7 10 7 7 Bulldogs 7 0 3 14 The Razorbacks began the SEC season by meeting Georgia in Athens, Georgia. The Hogs looked to answer critics that believe the Razorbacks cannot win an SEC game on the road. Georgia was victorious in Razorback Stadium in 2009 shootout."(23) Georgia 52, Arkansas 41." ESPN.com. 2009 Recap.. Retrieved December 5, 2010. The Hogs had to play without the services of top running back Dennis Johnson, who suffered a season-ending injury the week previous. The Bulldogs were playing without impact receiver A. J. Green, who was suspended for selling his jersey to an agent. The Hogs scored first only minutes into the game on a Mallett pass to Chris Gragg for a 57-yard score. Georgia freshman QB Aaron Murray scored on the ground to even the score. The Hogs responded with a Knile Davis rushing score, and a Zach Hocker field goal to take a 17–7 lead into half. After the break, Georgia kicker Blair Walsh recorded a field goal, but Mallett found Ronnie Wingo to reply. Behind by fourteen points, Georgia stormed back with Tavarres King and Washaun Ealey both scoring touchdowns to knot the game in the fourth quarter. Georgia had a chance to win the game, but a sack by Jake Bequette that tore Murry's helmet off ended the drive and forced UGA to punt."Ryan Mallett's TD pass to Greg Childs in final minute seals win for Arkansas." ESPN.com. 2010 Recap.. Retrieved December 5, 2010. Given a chance to win the game, Mallett completed two passes to D. J. Williams to move the Hogs to the UGA 40. Childs caught a perfect pass from Mallett along the left side, and after breaking a tackle, dashed 40 yards for the game-winning score with fifteen seconds remaining."COL FB: Arkansas 31, Georgia 24." UPI. September 18, 2010. Recap.. Retrieved December 5, 2010. Mallett was 3 of 3 for 73 yards on the final game-winning drive, confirming his status as a Heisman Trophy contender."(12) Arkansas 31, Georgia 24." ESPN.com. Recap, Drive Summary, Play-by-Play.. Retrieved December 5, 2010. Alabama thumb|left|250px|Mallett takes a snap in the shotgun in the third quarter. 2010 Alabama Crimson Tide football team #1 Crimson Tide 7 0 7 10 #10 Razorbacks 10 7 3 0 Texas A&M 2010 Texas A&M Aggies football team Arkansas–Texas A&M football rivalry #11 Razorbacks 14 7 3 0 Aggies 7 7 3 0 The Arkansas offense exploded in the first half by racking up 317 yards in the second annual Southwest Classic. The Hogs were hurt on the scoreboard by penalties and missed kicks, however. Arkansas marched the ball down the field on the opening possession, running well and capping the drive with a Joe Adams touchdown reception. The Hogs defense forced a punt on the following Aggie drive, but Ryan Mallett threw a long interception on the Razorbacks' first play. Texas A&M returned the interception to the 2-yard line, but couldn't score until fourth down. The ensuing Razorbacks possession ended when Mallett threw a 71-yard touchdown pass to Cobi Hamilton, following a very successful play action fake. Arkansas had the potential for six more points, but a Zach Hocker miss and a botched fake attempts cost the Razorbacks more points. Mallett led a 63-second drive before halftime which ended in a Ben Cleveland touchdown reception, but Texas A&M responded with a quick score to make it a 21–14 lead for the Hogs at half. The game became a defensive affair in the second half. Arkansas sealed the game in the fourth quarter with two run-heavy possessions that ate the clock. Texas A&M had a chance to tie the game with little time left, but failed and instead turned the ball over for the fourth time. The win gave the Hogs a 2–0 edge in Southwest Classic games. Auburn 2010 Auburn Tigers football team #12 Razorbacks 7 14 14 8 #7 Tigers 7 20 10 28 Arkansas traveled to Auburn, Alabama for an SEC shootout between Ryan Mallett and Auburn's Cameron Newton. Entering the game, Arkansas and Auburn were the SEC's top two offenses, respectively, with the Razorbacks also ranking third nationally in passing offense."2010 Arkansas Razorbacks Football Game Notes." Notes. https://web.archive.org/web/20121018002050/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/pdf8/716070.pdf?ATCLID=204985203&SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=6100 2012-10-18 Retrieved 10/18/2010. The game provided plenty of points as promised, but changed complexion dramatically when Mallett left the game with a concussion in the second quarter. Razorbacks junior Tyler Wilson came in and threw for over 300 yards and 4 touchdowns, but also throw two costly interceptions late. The game was also marred by many questionable calls by officials that hindered Arkansas. The primary calls were Mario Fannin's fumble prior crossing the goal line and a fumble by Broderick Green despite being down. A statement by Arkansas' athletic director Jeff Long indicates that the University has "registered our concerns regarding several officiating calls and review decisions made by replay officials".Smith, Bill. "Childs Posts Career Night." Article. https://web.archive.org/web/20121018002118/http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=30726&SPID=2419&DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=205013465 2012-10-18 . Retrieved October 18, 2010. Arkansas began the scoring on a Mallett pass to Van Stumon, who caught just his second career pass for a seven-yard score. After Auburn responded, Arkansas engineered a twelve play drive that ended with a Broderick Green TD run. On the ensuing Auburn possession, Mario Fannin fumbled the football prior to crossing the plane of the goal line. The call was reviewed but upheld as a touchdown. This was the first of many questionable calls to hurt Arkansas. This call was later explained by the SEC offices that an on-field official had signaled touchdown, despite indisputable video evidence that no official ever indicated touchdown."SEC explains Fannin touchdown/fumble play." Solomon, Jon. Saturday, October 16, 2010. The Birmingham News. Article.. Retrieved October 18, 2010. Auburn also blocked a punt. Tyler Wilson relieved an injured Mallett in the second quarter, throwing a touchdown pass to Greg Childs on his second drive. This made the score 21–27 in favor of Auburn at the half. Wilson hit Childs for another TD in the second half, but Auburn returned the subsequent kickoff 99 yards to negate the score. Wilson replied with by completing a long flea flicker pass to Childs, followed by two passes to Joe Adams to hit paydirt. Wilson and the Razorbacks drove again, scoring on another Childs touchdown reception and two-point conversion reception. This scoring frenzy gave Arkansas a 43–37 lead. Auburn responded with a passing TD, and controversy ensued on Arkansas' next possession. Running back Broderick Green fumbled the football after being tackled. After a long review period, the play was not overturned and Auburn took possession. This call was heavily questioned by Bobby Petrino and the Razorback coaching staff. Auburn continued to a 65–43 victory. A positive for the Razorbacks was receiver Greg Childs, who caught nine passes for 164 yards and two touchdowns. Ole Miss 2010 Ole Miss Rebels football team Arkansas – Ole Miss rivalry Houston Nutt Rebels 0 3 7 14 #21 Razorbacks 14 7 3 14 Vanderbilt thumb|left|250px|Knile Davis scores a touchdown in the fourth quarter to make the score 42–14 in favor of Arkansas. 2010 Vanderbilt Commodores football team Commodores 14 0 0 0 #19 Razorbacks 6 26 3 14 South Carolina 2010 South Carolina Gamecocks football team #17 Razorbacks 7 17 10 7 #18 Gamecocks 7 3 0 10 UTEP thumb|left|250px|Ronnie Wingo (20) stands behind Mallett in the pistol formation against the Miners. 2010 UTEP Miners football team Miners 14 0 0 7 #14 Razorbacks 21 14 14 9 Mississippi State 2010 Mississippi State Bulldogs football team #13 Razorbacks 14 3 7 7 0 7 #22 Bulldogs 7 14 0 10 0 0 LSU 2010 LSU Tigers football team Arkansas–LSU football rivalry #6 Tigers 0 14 6 3 #12 Razorbacks 7 14 0 10 250px|left|thumb|Mallett kneels down on the one-yard line to finish the game. The win is the Hogs' third in four years against their rivals. Arkansas met LSU in Little Rock, and the Hogs earned a season-defining 31–23 victory.2010-11-25 Hogs looking for season-defining win https://www.espn.com/blog/sec/post/_/id/17177/hogs-looking-for-season-defining-win 2025-04-21 ESPN.com en Arkansas' second-ranked offense met the Tigers' top-ranked defense, but the Hogs recorded 464 yards of total offense against the Tigers.Voigt, Kurt. "Mallett, Arkansas face tough test in LSU defense." The Associated Press. November 25, 2010. Article.June 2021 medicmedic. Retrieved December 5, 2010. Arkansas's sophomore running back Knile Davis rushed for 152 yards, including nine straight rushes on the final Arkansas drive, and Ryan Mallett broke the school record with 60 touchdown passes in the contest."Recap: Arkansas vs. L-S-U." Kansas City Star. Game Summary.. Retrieved December 5, 2010. Cobi Hamilton of Arkansas had three catches for 164 yards and two touchdowns of 80+ yards, including a long score with six seconds remaining before halftime. Stevan Ridley had two rushing scores for LSU, and Jordan Jefferson completed 16 of 27 passes for 184 yards. Arkansas and LSU both closed the regular season at 10–2, with Arkansas finishing second in the SEC West behind Auburn. This was the team's last win over LSU until the 2014 season. On December 5, the Razorbacks were invited to the 2011 Sugar Bowl. This was Arkansas' first ever BCS berth. Ohio State—Sugar Bowl #6 Ohio State at #8 Arkansas #6 Ohio State #8 Arkansas 14 14 3 0 7 3 11 5 January 4 Louisiana SuperdomeNew Orleans EST 8:30 p.m. 2010 Ohio State Buckeyes football team 2011 Sugar Bowl The Ohio State Buckeyes headed to the Superdome to take on the Arkansas Razorbacks. The Buckeyes came into the game 0–9 against the SEC in bowl games. The Buckeyes struck first, with Dane Sanzenbacher recovering a fumble in the end zone after Terrelle Pryor fumbled on the 3 yard line. Arkansas struck back with Ryan Mallett connecting with Joe Adams on a 17-yard pass. Dan Herron added a 9-yard run, and Sanzenbacher and DeVier Posey caught touchdown passes of 15 and 43 yards respectively to give the Buckeyes a big lead. Zach Hocker hit a 20-yard field goal as time expired and the Razorbacks were down 28–10 at the half. In the third quarter, the momentum shifted Arkansas' direction. Hocker and Devin Barclay traded field goals, then Mallett connected with Jarius Wright for a touchdown, then made the two-point conversion on a pass to D. J. Williams to pull within ten. The Razorbacks closed the gap further in the fourth, on a safety by Jake Bequette and another field goal by Hocker. With just over a minute left, Arkansas blocked Ohio State's punt and recovered on the 18 yard line. However, Mallett's second pass attempt was intercepted and the Buckeyes ran out the clock and won, 31–26. Initially Ohio State's first bowl win over an SEC opponent, Ohio State's win was subsequently vacated when Ohio State later vacated their entire 2010 football season because of NCAA violations involving improper benefits to some of their players. Personnel Coaching staff 2010 Arkansas Razorbacks coaching staffHead coaches Head coach – Bobby Petrino Offensive coaches Offensive coordinator/quarterbacks – Garrick McGee Running backs – Tim Horton Tight ends – Chip Long Wide receivers – Kris Cinkovich Offensive line – Chris Klenakis Defensive coaches Defensive coordinator/secondary – Willy Robinson Inside linebackers – Reggie Johnson Defensive tackles – Bobby Allen Defensive ends – Steve Caldwell Graduate assistant – Marty Biagi Special teams Special teams coordinator/outside linebackers – John L. Smith Administrative staff Athletic director (AD) – Jeff Long Director of high school relations – Dean Campbell Director of on-campus recruiting/eligibility coordinator – Dann Kabala Director of football operations – Mark Robinson Strength and conditioning – Jason Veltkamp Recruiting coordinator – Tim Horton Roster 2010 Arkansas Razorbacks roster2010 Roster from the University of Arkansas Razorbacks AthleticsQuarterbacks 8 Tyler Wilson – 10px|Redshirt sophomore 9 Jacoby Walker – freshman 15 Ryan Mallett – 10px|Redshirt junior 17 Brandon Mitchell – sophomore Tailbacks 7 Knile Davis – sophomore 10 Braylon Mitchell – freshman 20 Ronnie Wingo, Jr. – sophomore 24 Larry Ward, Jr.- "Freshman" 29 Broderick Green – junior 33 Dennis Johnson – junior -- Ronald Watkins – 10px|Redshirt sophomore Fullbacks 44 Van Stumon – 10px|Redshirt senior -- Brandon Pyle – sophomore Wide receivers 1 Marquel Wade – freshman 2 Julian Horton – freshman 3 Joe Adams – junior 4 Jarius Wright – junior 11 Cobi Hamilton – sophomore 19 Javontee Herndon – freshman 23 De'Anthony Curtis – junior 83 Lance Ray – 10px|Redshirt freshman 84 Price Holmes – sophomore 85 Greg Childs – junior 89 Austin Tucker – 10px|Redshirt junior -- Alvin Chambers – sophomore -- Ryan Farr – sophomore -- Telvin Griffin – sophomore -- Alex Nerney – junior -- William Seranno – sophomore -- Justin Wortman – sophomore Tight ends 45 D.J. Williams – senior 48 Brad Hefley – freshman 80 Chris Gragg – sophomore 86 Ben Cleveland – 10px|Redshirt senior 87 Austin Tate – freshman 88 Garrett Uekman – Freshman Offensive line 63 Colby Berna – 10px|Redshirt freshman 66 Denton Simek – freshman 67 Alvin Bailey – 10px|Redshirt freshman -- Blake Gunderson – sophomore Offensive tackles 65 DeMarcus Love – 10px|Redshirt senior 73 Ray Dominguez – 10px|Redshirt senior 75 Luke Charpentier – freshman 76 Tyler Deacon – 10px|Redshirt sophomore 78 Anthony Oden – sophomore 79 Grant Freeman – 10px|Redshirt junior Offensive guards 70 Zhamal Thomas – senior 71 Wade Grayson – senior 72 Grant Cook – 10px|Redshirt junior 74 Cam Feldt – freshman Centers 60 Seth Oxner – 10px|Redshirt junior 64 Travis Swanson – 10px|Redshirt freshman 68 Clay Bemberg – 10px|Redshirt senior Defensive ends 83 Darrick Sullivan – freshman 43 Tenarius Wright – 10px|Redshirt sophomore 58 Damario Ambrose – senior 90 Colton Miles-Nash – sophomore 91 Jake Bequette – 10px|Redshirt junior 97 Ryan Calendar – 10px|Redshirt freshman 98 Caleb Evans – senior -- Will Coleman – sophomore -- Brooks Reimer – freshman Defensive tackles 51 Alfred Davis – 10px|Redshirt sophomore 54 Byran Jones – freshman 61 Zach Stadther – junior 92 DeQuinta Jones – sophomore 95 Patrick Jones – senior 96 Jeremiah Jackson – freshman -- Jared Green – junior Linebackers 1 Anthony Leon – senior 31 Jerico Nelson – sophomore 25 Chris Milam – sophomore 32 Bret Harris – 10px|Redshirt junior 34 Jerry Franklin – 10px|Redshirt junior 41 Ryan Powers – 10px|Redshirt senior 46 Freddy Burton – senior 50 Stephen Barnett – junior 53 Jermaine Love – senior 55 Austin Moss – sophomore Cornerbacks 4 Rudell Crim – senior 6 Isaac Madison – junior 13 Seth Armbrust – 10px|Redshirt senior 21 Darius Winston – sophomore 26 Ramon Broadway – 10px|Redshirt senior 28 Greg Gatson – sophomore 36 Andru Stewart – junior Safeties 5 Tramain Thomas – junior 9 Elton Ford – junior 24 Daunte Carr – freshman 35 Ross Rasner – freshman 38 Jerry Mitchell – 10px|Redshirt freshman -- Dustin Cain – senior Athletes 14 Eric Bennett – freshman 22 Darrell Smith – freshman 27 Alan Turner – freshman 39 Jarrett Lake – freshman 49 Jatashun Beachum – freshman Punters/Kickers 2 Alex Tejada – senior 14 Dylan Breeding – sophomore 18 Zach Hocker – freshman 40 Eduardo Camara – freshman -- Cameron Bryan – 10px|Redshirt sophomore Long snappers 59 Rhett Richardson – 10px|Redshirt junior 62 Nick Brewer – junior -- Robby Cox – 10px|Redshirt sophomore -- Derrell Hartwick – 10px|Redshirt junior Terms: Freshman – A player in his first year. Sophomore – A player in his second year. Junior – A player in his third year. Senior – A player in his fourth year. 10px|Redshirt Redshirt – A player who sat out a previous season. Recruits yes yes 2010 Calvin Barnett DT Tulsa, Oklahoma Booker T. Washington High School 6 3 318 5.1 2/3/10 2 4 79 Jatashun Beachum ATH Dallas, Texas A. Maceo Smith High School 6 2 270 4.65 01/17/10 3 3 79 Eric Bennett ATH Tulsa, Oklahoma Booker T. Washington High School 6 10 230 4.29 10/18/09 4 4 75 LaCraig Brown DT Monroe, Louisiana Richwood HS 6 4 268 4.92 1/4/10 3 3 40 Eduardo Camara K Cedar Hill, Texas Cedar Hill HS 5 8 157 N/A 7/8/09 2 2 77 Daunte Carr DB Gainesville, Georgia Gainesville HS 6 2.5 200 4.57 1/17/10 3 3 79 Luke Charpentier OL River Ridge, Louisiana John Curtis HS 6 4.5 298 5.1 11/10/09 2 3 73 Cam Feldt OL Pilot Point, Texas Pilot Point HS 6 4.5 293 5.30 7/24/08 3 4 81 Courtney Gaston LB Fort Gibson, Oklahoma Fort Gibson HS 6 4 215 4.5 9/29/09 3 3 76 Brad Hefley ATH Joplin, Missouri Joplin HS 6 4.5 253 4.75 6/16/09 3 3 76 Javontee Herndon WR Jacksonville, Florida Bolles School 6 1 178 4.5 2/3/10 2 2 40 Zach Hocker K Russellville, Arkansas Russellville HS 5 11.5 168 N/A 2/1/10 2 2 76 Julian Horton ATH Norcross, Georgia Greater Atlanta Christian 6 1 182 4.50 1/17/10 3 3 78 Maudrecus Humphrey WR Hoover, Alabama Hoover HS 6 2 185 4.5 1/24/10 3 3 77 Jeremiah Jackson DT Hoover, Alabama Spain Park HS 6 2 263 N/A 6/13/09 3 3 78 Byran Jones DT Junction City, Arkansas Junction City HS 6 2.5 304 5.10 2/3/10 3 4 78 Jarrett Lake ATH Jenks, Oklahoma Jenks HS 6 2 205 N/A 2/3/10 3 3 79 Braylon Mitchell ATH Heber Springs, Arkansas Heber Springs HS 6 2 212 N/A 7/8/09 3 3 77 Denton Simek OL Prague, Oklahoma Prague HS 6 6 265 4.9 2/3/10 2 3 77 Chris Smith DE Mount Ulla, North Carolina West Rowan HS 6 1.5 225 4.61 6/6/09 3 3 77 Darrell Smith DB Port Saint Joe, Florida Point Saint Joe HS 6 2 185 4.5 9/14/09 2 3 76 Alan Turner ATH Junction City, Arkansas Junction City HS 5 11 183 4.5 2/3/10 2 2 60 Garrett Uekman TE Little Rock, Arkansas LR Catholic 6 4 235 4.68 6/10/09 3 3 75 Marquel Wade WR Jacksonville, Florida Andrew Jackson HS 5 10.5 180 4.49 11/1/09 3 3 74 Jacoby Walker QB Spring, Texas Westfield HS 6 1.5 204 4.65 12/21/09 3 3 75 Montaque Mack OLB Jacksonville, Florida Andrew Jackson HS 6 2 190 N/A 11/1/09 yes 2010 Arkansas Signee List 2010 Scout.com Football Recruiting: Arkansas 2010 Player Signees- Arkansas 73 35 49 April 25, 2010 yes Statistics Team Team Opp Scoring 474 304   Points per game 36.5 23.4 First downs 291 236   Rushing 105 118   Passing 173 102   Penalty 13 16 Total offense 6273 4523   Avg per play 7.1 5.2   Avg per game 482.5 347.9 Fumbles-Lost 23–9 27–14 Penalties-Yards 108–831 92–678   Avg per game 63.9 52.2 Team Opp Punts-Yards 54-2255 72-3034   Avg per punt 41.8 42.1 Time of possession/Game 30:22 29:38 3rd down conversions 68/165 62/185 4th down conversions 9/19 14/21 Touchdowns scored 60 37 Field goals-Attempts-Long 16–19 15–19 PAT-Attempts 56–58 37–37 Attendance 413591 311739   Games/Avg per Game 6/68932 4/77935   Neutral Games/Avg per Game 3/65069 Scores by quarter Opponents 87 75 39 103 0 Razorbacks 121 145 103 98 7 Offense Rushing Name GP-GS Att Gain Loss Net Avg TD Long Avg/G Knile Davis 13–8 204 1362 40 1322 6.5 13 71 101.7 Broderick Green 13–2 104 389 24 365 3.5 3 23 28.1 Ronnie Wingo Jr. 13–5 41 260 7 253 6.2 1 32 19.5 Dennis Johnson 2–0 9 85 2 83 9.2 1 49 41.5 Joe Adams 12–4 6 32 0 32 5.3 0 12 2.7 Jarius Wright 13–13 1 9 0 9 9.0 0 9 0.7 Ronald Watkins 2–0 1 5 0 5 5.0 0 5 2.5 Brandon Mitchell 4–0 2 5 6 −1 −0.5 0 5 −0.2 Austin Tucker 13–0 1 0 6 −6 −6.0 0 0 −0.5 Dylan Breeding 13–0 1 5 12 −7 −7.0 0 0 −0.5 TEAM 8–0 3 0 22 −22 −7.3 0 0 −2.8 Tyler Wilson 6–0 4 0 24 −24 −6.0 0 0 −4.0 Ryan Mallett 13–13 44 59 133 −74 −1.7 4 14 −5.7 Total 13 421 2211 276 1935 4.6 22 71 148.8 Opponents 13 522 2528 414 2114 4.0 21 54 162.6 Passing Name GP-GS Effic Att-Cmp-Int Pct Yds TD Lng Avg/G Total Receiving Name GP-GS No. Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G Total Defense Name GP Tackles Sacks Pass defense Interceptions Fumbles BlkdKick Solo Ast Total TFL-Yds No-Yds BrUp QBH No.-Yds Avg TD Long Rcv-Yds FF Total Special teams Name Punting Kickoffs No. Yds Avg Long TB FC I20 Blkd No. Yds Avg TB OB Total Name Punt returns Kick returns No. Yds Avg TD Long No. Yds Avg TD Long Total References Arkansas Category:Arkansas Razorbacks football seasons Arkansas Razorbacks football