re: Why Arkansas wanted a coach with Big10 connection?

quote:

---

I think BB will be a good fit.. It's also funny that nobody thinks we will be able to run the football. It has happened before.

---

Yeah, I remember a few Arky teams with some pretty decent running backs.

I don't see any reason why he wouldn't be a good hire. I think a lot of people are scratching their heads simply because he wasn't on anyone's radar. Some also say (with some justification) that it will be tough to beat Bama and LSU at their own game, given the recruiting advantages both enjoy. The idea is that you would need a different approach, like a Texas A&M. Don't know if I agree with it, but that's the argument.