FAYETTEVILLE — Defensive lineman Armon Watts is tired of being slept on.
In Arkansas’ season-opening win over Eastern Illinois, he began to silence his doubters and those who had seemingly forgotten about him after appearing in just six games over the last two seasons under former coach Bret Bielema.
Watts, thanks in part to a strong push up front from he and defensive end Jamario Bell, keyed Arkansas’ first touchdown of the season. After knocking the ball free from EIU quarterback Harry Woodberry’s hand near the Arkansas goalline, lineman Briston Guidry fell on it to push the Razorbacks’ lead to 10-0.