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Razorback Confidential: Robb Smith

Arkansas defensive coordinator Robb Smith watches Saturday, April 23, 2016, during the annual spring Red-White game in Razorback Stadium.

— Defensive coordinator Robb Smith

Bio: Arkansas’ 2015 defense was among the best in the nation against the run, holding 12 of 13 opponents below their season rushing average. The Hogs ranked second in the Southeastern Conference and 12th nationally in rushing defense by allowing 116.46 yards a game. In 2014, Arkansas’ defense ranked No. 10 in both scoring defense (19.2 points per game) and total defense (323.4 yards per game). It was the first time since Arkansas joined the SEC in 1992 that the Razorbacks had finished in the top 10 in either statistic.

Favorite meal: I’m a pizza and wings guy

I would never ever eat: Oh gosh. My wife won’t let me answer that because whatever she puts in front of me I have to eat or I have to go to bed early

My wife is always on me about: Spending time with the kids

Date night with my wife consist of: Watching Thursday Night Football

Favorite thing about coaching: Just watching the process of a guy starting at point A and watching them develop as a player to point B and ultimately accomplishing their goals. To me, that’s what it’s all about

One rule you would like to change in football: Offensive linemen downfield

Favorite vacation spot: Any beach anywhere