Sam Pittman again hoped for a fast start by receiving the opening kickoff and, again, he was disappointed.
The first two offensive series—a 3 and out and a fumble—stunted any hope for a fast start. Fortunately, the defense came in clutch. Despite giving Auburn great field position after a bad punt and the fumble, the Hogs only gave up 3 points. Feeding off the defense’s success, the offense then executed an 8 play, 75 yard drive for a touchdown, bringing the score to 7-3 Arkansas.
After the defense forced an Auburn punt, the offense would start the 2nd quarter with the ball and score again on a KJ Jefferson 13 yard scramble.