1 Establish The Run

5 keys for Arkansas to win opener

1. Establish the run

The Razorbacks have one of the best running back duos in the country in Raheim "Rocket" Sanders and AJ Green. If Arkansas can get Sanders and Green going early and often, it will take a lot of pressure off quarterback KJ Jefferson and the passing game.

2. Protect the football

Arkansas had 21 turnovers last season, which was tied for the most in the SEC. If the Razorbacks want to win their opener, they need to protect the football.

3. Get pressure on the quarterback

Cincinnati quarterback Ben Bryant is a transfer from Kentucky who threw for over 3,000 yards last season. The Razorbacks need to get pressure on Bryant and make him uncomfortable in the pocket.

4. Win the turnover battle

The Razorbacks lost the turnover battle in 10 of their 13 games last season. If Arkansas wants to win its opener, it needs to win the turnover battle.

5. Play with discipline

Arkansas had 93 penalties last season, which was the most in the SEC. The Razorbacks need to play with discipline and avoid giving Cincinnati free yards.