The Hogs dropped their first five SWC contests, losing consecutive home games to Texas Tech and Houston by a total of four points. Arkansas salvaged a 4-7 conference record through its final 11 games, culminating in the program’s fewest SWC victories since 1971. Adding to the frustration of ’86, Arkansas dropped a mid-season game to Southern California, ending the Hogs’ 41-game home win streak against non-conference opponents.