Isn't there usually tallow on the arrow on a briskit hit.

I would expect a shoulder hit that penetrated into the lung. A single lung hit deer can survive but if you go to the last blood of the trail get on your hands and knees with another pair of eyes and mark your finds with surveyors tape. I would think you'd find single drops of blood every 5 or 6 feet. Be ready for another shot cause I bet this animal will bed down not far from where you shot it.

Contrary to old wives tales, wounded animals will not stiffen up.

Bowhunter