On Saturday, Nov. 7, Auburn University will welcome the Arkansas Razorbacks to Jordan‑Hare Stadium for an SEC matchup at 11:45 a.m. The game, broadcast on the SEC Network, offers both programs a chance to rebound after recent defeats.
Team statistics
Auburn offense averages 368 yards per game (ranked 83rd nationally), with 215.4 passing yards (83rd) and 152.6 rushing yards (73rd). The Tigers score 24.1 points per game, placing them 93rd in the FBS.
Auburn defense allows 408.1 yards per game (116th), including 252.4 passing yards (122nd) and 155.8 rushing yards (89th). Opponents score 26.8 points per game against Auburn (94th).
Arkansas offense totals 336.1 yards per game (112th), with 231.1 passing yards (65th) and 105 rushing yards (131st). The Razorbacks average 19.6 points per game (125th).
Arkansas defense yields 361.8 yards per game (71st), allowing 208.8 passing yards (65th) and 153 rushing yards (82nd). They give up 27.6 points per game (101st).
Key matchups
Arkansas ranks 119th nationally in defensive third‑down conversion, allowing opponents to convert 43.1% of attempts. Auburn sits at 39th on offense, converting 43.8% of its third‑down opportunities.
Auburn struggles in red‑zone defense, ranking 133rd with opponents scoring on 96.2% of trips. The Tigers also rank 132nd in time of possession, averaging 26:54 per game, while Arkansas holds the ball longer at 31:24 per game (38th).
Team leaders
Auburn: Quarterback Byrum Brown has thrown for 1,557 yards with nine touchdowns and seven interceptions (64.2% completion). He also leads the ground game with 484 rushing yards and seven touchdowns. Wide receiver Keshaun Singleton tops the receiving list with 433 yards and two scores.
Arkansas: Quarterback K.J. Jackson has accumulated 1,673 passing yards, seven touchdowns and five interceptions (60.6% completion). Running back Sutton Smith leads rushers with 217 yards and one touchdown. Receiver Chris Marshall leads the Razorbacks with 633 yards and two touchdowns.
Recent performances
Auburn fell to Ole Miss 45‑15 on Oct. 31. Brown posted 195 passing yards, one touchdown and no interceptions, adding five rushing yards and a rushing score.
Arkansas was beaten by Missouri 34‑10 on Oct. 31. Jackson threw for 229 yards, no touchdowns and one interception, while also rushing for a touchdown.
Looking ahead
After Saturday’s contest, Auburn travels to Mississippi State on Nov. 14. Arkansas will host No. 23 South Carolina later that same day.
Original reporting: KY3 Springfield (local) — read the source article.