The days of Arkansas running three defensive lineman in sets are largely going to be kaput in 2023.
New defensive coordinator Travis Williams is shifting the base defense to a 4-2-5. That’s not only because of what he’s comfortable with, but the Razorbacks’ defensive personnel fits that best.
Arkansas is as deep on its defensive line as it has been in years, thanks in large part to recruits who have developed and stuck around alongside a few transfer-portal bodies that should enter and make an immediate impact.
More than any other unit on the whole roster, the defensive end depth chart is the one most in-flux. Not because there is no pecking order, but because six or seven players are all viable. Rotating them and keeping everyone fresh will be a priority to maximize output.
Let’s take a look at how the Razorbacks could roll when August and September roll around.