FAYETTEVILLE -- The raw offensive data would indicate the Arkansas Razorbacks dominated Portland State in their season opener Saturday.
The Razorbacks ran 47 out of 77 offensive snaps, 61% of their plays, in Portland State territory or at the 50-yard line. They racked up 26 first downs, 395 yards of total offense, averaged 5.1 yards per play, committed zero pre-snap penalties and owned an advantage in time of possession of 7:16.
"We had 11 possessions, and we had four 10-play drives or more, which was really good," University of Arkansas Coach Chad Morris said.
But the advanced metrics tell the story behind the reality of the Razorbacks' less-than-scintillating 20-13 victory over the Vikings.