Here are some quick thoughts about Arkansas’ 17-10 loss to Mississippi State.

What it means: Another week, another crushing loss for Arkansas. The Razorbacks had the No. 1 ranked team on the ropes, leading by three points at half. Down seven points, Arkansas had four tries to score a game-tying touchdown midway through the fourth quarter from inside the 10-yard line but failed, thanks to questionable playcalling. The Hogs were once again unable to finish the game and eventually wore down. It’s another close loss for the Razorbacks, but unfortunately that’s not going to satisfy a fan base hungry for a conference win.

What I liked: The Arkansas defense. Although the unit eventually gave up the game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter, give the Hogs credit for one of their best defensive performances of the season. They held Hesiman candidate Dak Prescott and MSU’s offense to just 17 points, including just seven points in the first half. There was great pressure all night in MSU’s backfield and Arkansas also forced three turnovers.

What I didn’t like: Big plays allowed in the fourth quarter. The Arkansas’ defense kept a high-powered Mississippi State offense out of the endzone for most of the game. However, the Hogs were unable to hold off the Bulldogs in the fourth quarter as Prescott reeled off multiple big plays. The biggest of which came at the beginning of the fourth quarter when Prescott scrambled and hit Fred Ross for a 69-yard touchdown.

Who’s the man: Trey Flowers. The senior defensive end recorded another dominating performance — this time against a tough Mississippi State offensive line. While the Hogs left something to be desired on the field tonight, that cannot be said for Flowers, who seemed to be in the backfield on every play.

Key play: Brandon Allen’s late INT. The pick by Mississippi State’s Will Redmond sealed the loss for the Hogs and brought a furious late-game drive by Arkansas to a screeching halt.

What’s next: Arkansas gets its second bye week of the season before welcoming LSU on Nov. 15.