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Arkansas is "Running Back U" - #1 ESPN
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:18 am
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:18 am
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1. Arkansas (104 points)
In perhaps the biggest upset at any position, Arkansas can call itself “Running Back U” for the 2000s. Certainly Darren McFadden played the biggest role in the Razorbacks’ claim, but he got an assist from Felix Jones and Peyton Hillis. Those former backfield mates are among six Arkansas running backs who have been drafted since 2001, helping the Hogs barely edge Oklahoma for the top spot.
Award winners: McFadden, Walker (2006, 2007), Camp (2007).
Consensus All-Americans: McFadden (2006, 2007).
First-team all-conference: Fred Talley (2002), Cedric Cobbs (2003), Darren McFadden (2005, 2006, 2007).
NFL first-round draft picks: Jones (2008), McFadden (2008).
NFL draft picks, Rounds 2-4: Cobbs (Round 4, 2004), Knile Davis (Round 3, 2013).
NFL draft picks, Rounds 5-7: Hillis (Round 7, 2008), Kiero Small (Round 7, 2014).
Fred Talley is still running on the Plains of Auburn.
1. Arkansas (104 points)
In perhaps the biggest upset at any position, Arkansas can call itself “Running Back U” for the 2000s. Certainly Darren McFadden played the biggest role in the Razorbacks’ claim, but he got an assist from Felix Jones and Peyton Hillis. Those former backfield mates are among six Arkansas running backs who have been drafted since 2001, helping the Hogs barely edge Oklahoma for the top spot.
Award winners: McFadden, Walker (2006, 2007), Camp (2007).
Consensus All-Americans: McFadden (2006, 2007).
First-team all-conference: Fred Talley (2002), Cedric Cobbs (2003), Darren McFadden (2005, 2006, 2007).
NFL first-round draft picks: Jones (2008), McFadden (2008).
NFL draft picks, Rounds 2-4: Cobbs (Round 4, 2004), Knile Davis (Round 3, 2013).
NFL draft picks, Rounds 5-7: Hillis (Round 7, 2008), Kiero Small (Round 7, 2014).
Fred Talley is still running on the Plains of Auburn.
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:18 am to SunHog
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Fred Talley is still running on the Plains of Auburn.
This thread was still made yesterday.
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:20 am to SunHog
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4. Wisconsin (86 points)
Montee Ball is Wisconsin’s only major award winner and consensus All-America tailback from the 2000s, but the Badgers have an impressive tradition of turning out 1,000-yard rushers. Among the program’s top producers from this era are 2001 first-round pick Michael Bennett, Brian Calhoun and Anthony Davis, among others. Ball posted huge yardage and touchdown totals in 2011 and 2012 -- which explains why he was a two-time All-American and won the 2012 Doak Walker Award -- but it’s the run of consistency at running back that makes Wisconsin a producer of top rushers.
Award winners: Ball, Walker (2012).
Consensus All-Americans: Ball (2011, 2012).
First-team all-conference: Davis (2001), Calhoun (2005), P.J. Hill (2006), John Clay (2009), Ball (2011, 2012).
NFL first-round draft picks: Bennett (2001).
NFL draft picks, Rounds 2-4: Calhoun (Round 3, 2006), Ball (Round 2, 2013), James White (Round 4, 2014).
NFL draft picks, Rounds 5-7: Davis (Round 7, 2005), Bradie Ewing (Round 5, 2012).
we got the #1 and #4 spots locked down
oh and done been posted bruh LINK
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:22 am to hawgfaninc
Don't care.
I've been saying for many years how we've had the best running backs in the SEC for a decade. Mostly All Arkansas homegrown talent too.
Let's not even talk about the all SEC Arkansas kids that started for Tennessee, Ole Miss and Auburn during this past decade. We would've had this list blown away.
I've been saying for many years how we've had the best running backs in the SEC for a decade. Mostly All Arkansas homegrown talent too.
Let's not even talk about the all SEC Arkansas kids that started for Tennessee, Ole Miss and Auburn during this past decade. We would've had this list blown away.
This post was edited on 6/18/14 at 11:23 am
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:28 am to SunHog
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Don't care.
I don't either
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I've been saying for many years how we've had the best running backs in the SEC for a decade. Mostly All Arkansas homegrown talent too.
Let's not even talk about the all SEC Arkansas kids that started for Tennessee, Ole Miss and Auburn during this past decade. We would've had this list blown away.
if there's one thing Arkansas has been good at producing over the years that is running backs.
good thing we have a head coach that has a pro style-run oriented offensive mentality
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:28 am to SunHog
becareful, LSU fans won't be happy you stripped them of their super bowl
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:30 am to Manzielathon
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becareful, LSU fans won't be happy you stripped them of their super bowl
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:36 am to SunHog
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I've been saying for many years how we've had the best running backs in the SEC for a decade. Mostly All Arkansas homegrown talent too.
That's why its so stupid to have a run first based offense instead of a spread air raid.
You can't out bama bama.
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:39 am to Manzielathon
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becareful, LSU fans won't be happy you stripped them of their super bowl
NFLU, no care
This post was edited on 6/18/14 at 11:40 am
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:42 am to DaleDenton
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That's why its so stupid to have a run first based offense instead of a spread air raid.
You can't out bama bama.
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:43 am to hawgfaninc
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if there's one thing Arkansas has been good at producing over the years that is running backs.
good thing we have a head coach that has a pro style-run oriented offensive mentality
You know he is smiling about this when facts back up his philosophy.
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:44 am to SunHog
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NFL draft picks, Rounds 5-7: Hillis (Round 7, 2008), Kiero Small (Round 7, 2014).
Print the shirts.
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:46 am to SunHog
Feel free to enjoy this all summer long.
Because early September is when the party ends for Arkansas.
Because early September is when the party ends for Arkansas.
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:47 am to kywildcatfanone
It's not like that many FBs get drafted from other teams either lol
Posted on 6/18/14 at 11:56 am to gohogs141
You all should build a statue to Houston Nutt for the talent he brought in.
Posted on 6/18/14 at 12:00 pm to SunHog
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You know he is smiling about this when facts back up his philosophy.
if he's not, I am
Posted on 6/18/14 at 12:19 pm to DaleDenton
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You can't out bama bama.
No one has.
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