Missouri vs. Arkansas: 5 Bold Predictions for SEC Border Battle

By Connor Muldowney

5 Bold Predictions for Missouri-Arkansas

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Missouri has once again found a way to climb back into the rankings all the way up to No. 17 in the latest polls. However, the Arkansas Razorbacks are on the brink of being ranked, despite having five losses, as they are receiving the most votes of any unranked team.

Let's take a look at five bold predictions for this big border battle.

Maty Mauk Will Struggle Mightily

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Maty Mauk Will Struggle Mightily

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Maty Mauk hasn't been as effective as he would have hoped to be this season despite leading the Tigers to a 9-2 record, and that struggling will continue against a tough Arkansas defense.

Alex Collins, Jonathan Williams Combine for 250 Yards

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Alex Collins, Jonathan Williams Combine for 250 Yards

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Alex Collins and Jonathan Williams might be the best one-two running back duo in the nation and the two-headed monster will combine for over 250 yards and two touchdowns in this one as the Razorbacks lay the ground beat-down on the Tigers.

Missouri's Defense Will Cause Four Turnovers

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Missouri's Defense Will Cause Four Turnovers

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Missouri has one of the better defenses in the nation and they will cause this contest to be a bit of a defensive battle, intercepting two passes and forcing two fumbles.

Arkansas' Defense Will Pitch Another Shutout

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Arkansas' Defense Will Pitch Another Shutout

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Arkansas' defense has recorded two straight shutouts against LSU and Ole Miss to record their first two SEC wins under Bret Bielema. Missouri's offense isn't exactly stellar, so don't be surprised if the Razorbacks record their third consecutive shutout.

Arkansas Will Find a Way Into Next Week's Rankings With Win

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Arkansas Will Find a Way Into Next Week's Rankings With Win

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Yes, a 7-5 team will climb into the rankings next week after the Razorbacks win this contest. It's a bold prediction, but it will happen and it will have everyone in the nation screaming SEC favoritism.

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