What Sam Pittman said after Arkansas' win over FIU
Arkansas got a win on Saturday, as the Razorbacks defeated FIU, 44-10. For the first time in what feels all year, the rushing attack of Arkansas finally resembled the ground game from last year. The Razorbacks rushed the ball 54 times for 323 yards.
Quarterback K.J.Jefferson finished the game with 187 passing yards and 3 touchdowns, while also rushing for 90 yards on 15 carries.
On defense, the Razorbacks intercepted two passes, and held FIU to only 76 rushing yards on 23 carries.
It has been a tough year for Arkansas, as even with the win, the Razorbacks are only 4-7. After the game, coach Sam Pittman talked about his team’s win, and gave a shoutout to the fans for their influence on the game. He also commented on the injury to Rocket Sanders.
Sam Pittman:
“Nice to get a win for our crowd. Appreciate the noise and how our fans helped us win the game. Wanna thank them for coming out and supporting their football team.”
— ESPN Arkansas & HitThatLine.com (@HitThatLineAR) November 19, 2023
Sam Pittman on the rushing attack:
“I was proud of Isaiah. He ran unbelievable.”
— ESPN Arkansas & HitThatLine.com (@HitThatLineAR) November 19, 2023
“It meant a lot to me, I hope it meant a lot to him. I’m sure he was really excited about it, his face was glowing when he came off the field.” – Pittman on Dominique Johnson’s touchdown
— Pig Trail Nation (@PigTrailNation) November 19, 2023
“Our plan going in was we were going to play R-Dub and Isaiah. R-Dub got hurt and Rocket got hurt as well, but the great thing about it was Isaiah practiced with the ones.”
— ESPN Arkansas & HitThatLine.com (@HitThatLineAR) November 19, 2023
Sam Pittman said Rocket Sanders has a shoulder injury and Rashod Dubinion has a knee injury following the FIU game. Pittman said he doesn't know how serious either injury is.
— Mason Choate (@ChoateMason) November 19, 2023
While a bowl is out of the question for the Razorbacks, there is still a chance for Arkansas to cap off the 2023 season on a positive note. The Razorbacks will host No. 9 Missouri next week. The Tigers are coming off a thrilling 33-31 win against the Florida Gators on Saturday night.
Kickoff between Arkansas and Missouri is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET on Friday and the game will be aired on CBS.
