Arkansas football coaching search tracker Where ESPN ranks Hogs among Power 4 openings

Arkansas football embarks on a coaching search after Sam Pittman's dismissal, aiming for a significant rebuild. Pittman finished with a 32-34 record, a marked improvement from Chad Morris' tenure, which saw just 4 wins in two years. Athletic Director Hunter Yurachek remains optimistic about attracting a strong candidate pool despite competition from other major programs in the offseason. ESPN ranks Arkansas fifth among Power 4 coaching openings, with factors like access to the College Football Playoff and local recruiting challenges being noted. Former Penn State coach James Franklin expresses a desire to return to coaching quickly and views Arkansas as a potential fit, stating, "We're just going to go win a national championship somewhere else now.

" Coaches Rhett Lashlee and Dan Mullen, viewed as strong candidates, have both publicly denied interest in the position. The search will focus on harnessing local financial support to improve the program's competitiveness in the SEC. As the coaching carousel spins, the Razorbacks hope to secure a coach who can capitalize on the program's growth potential.