Arkansas Coach Punted After 5% Chance of First Down
Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield punted late in a loss to Tennessee after assessing a less than 5% chance of getting a first down. The Razorbacks did not recover possession.
Why it matters
The decision highlights a defensive struggle and offensive inefficiency in critical moments.
Key facts
- result
- Arkansas didn't get the ball back after punting it to Tennessee
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Punt Decision Based on Stats
Silverfield cited a less than 5% chance of converting the drive, per the report.
Tennessee Seized Possession
Arkansas did not get the ball back after the punt, ending the game's momentum shift.
Common questions
Why did Arkansas punt with a chance to drive?
The coach assessed a less than 5% chance of success on the next drive.
Sources
- Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield punted while trailing late in the Razorbacks' loss to No. 15 Tennessee because he felt his offense had an 'under 5%' chance of getting a first down By Nick Bromberg, Yahoo Sports · sports.yahoo.com
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