Much of the offseason talk is focused on Chad Morris’ offense, and rightfully so. But the big change on the defensive side of the ball may determine how quickly Arkansas’ football program rises from the SEC West cellar.
John Chavis brings a tried-and-true approach that is in many ways the opposite of what Arkansas fans have seen for the last several years. Gone are the bend-don’t-break schemes of Robb Smith and Paul Rhoads in favor of an aggressive defense.
Chavis has a long history. A former Tennessee player, he was the defensive coordinator under Phil Fulmer from 1995 to 2008, winning the 1998 championship.