Noland, Arkansas defense lead Arkansas past Tulsa, 23-0

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- When Arkansas freshman quarterback Connor Noland trotted off the field after throwing an interception on the first drive, Razorbacks coach Chad Morris didn't have to say much to make sure his first-time starter stayed confident. This was the moment kids across Arkansas (2-6) dream of, especially ones like Noland -- an Arkansas native and fan his entire life. Morris stuck with his quarterback, and the move paid off in a 23-0 victory over Tulsa on Saturday. "I just kind of patted him on the head and said, `Hey, hang in there. It'll be all right." Morris said. "If you play football long enough, you're going to have some things that go against you. It's really just about the response." Aside from that negative play, there were a lot of positives to choose from with Noland. He went 10-of-16 passing for 124 yards and scored his first career touchdown.