True or False- Arkansas football vs Arkansas Pine Bluff

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True: The front seven have at least three sacks

Again, the defensive line is one of the deepest, most experienced positions. Honestly, Landon Jackson might get three himself. He did it against Alabama last season. But you can't forget about the other side of the line in Nico Davillier and the FCS sack king, Anton Juncaj.

The big question mark this season is the linebackers. Arkansas returns almost zero percent of its production from last season. However, they've pulled former five-star prospect Xavian Sorey out of the transfer portal, as well as Stephen Dix and Anthony Switzer. There's also sophomore Brad Spence, who has all but locked up a starting role. They have something to prove, and the game against UAPB is the perfect time to show out.

False: UAPB forces a three-and-out

Since Sam Pittman has been with Arkansas, three-and-out drives have been a thorn in his side, specifically on opening drives. However, Petrino has never had a problem with that. He's one of the best at scripting opening drives. For example, check out Arkansas's opening drive against Alabama in 2010.

That isn't to say Arkansas scores every possession or even gets a first down. The QBs have had trouble in camp with interceptions, so it's plausible that the Hogs turn it over in the first three plays. The point is that UAPB can't match the physicality of Arkansas to force a three-and-out.