The Arkansas football program has experienced its share of highs and lows under Sam Pittman’s leadership. Following the struggles of the Chad Morris era, Pittman revitalized the Razorbacks with a strong 9-4 campaign in 2021, capped by a 24-10 victory over Penn State in the Outback Bowl. However, that season marked the peak of his tenure.
The next three seasons, Arkansas finished with average 7-6 seasons in both 2022 and 2024, and a disastrous 4-8 record in 2023. Fast forward to the present: the Razorbacks sit at 2-3, having suffered consecutive losses—first to Memphis on the road, then a 56-13 blowout at home against Notre Dame. The latter defeat ultimately led to Pittman’s dismissal.
Pittman concludes his tenure at Arkansas with a 32-34 overall record, including a 14-29 mark in conference play.
Athletic Director Hunter Yurachek makes a statement following the change in leadership.
“I want to thank Coach Pittman for his service and dedication to the University of Arkansas throughout his time as head coach,” Yurachek said. “From Day 1, you could tell how much this opportunity meant to him. At this time, however, I feel a change is necessary to put our student-athletes and program in the best position to be successful. The goal for our football program is to be highly competitive within the Southeastern Conference and compete for a national championship. As we move forward in the process of finding our next head coach, I am certain we will be able to provide the necessary resources to our staff and team to reach our goals. We will begin a national search for our next head coach immediately and that search will include Coach Petrino, who has expressed his desire to be a candidate for the full-time job.”
Offensive Coordinator Bobby Petrino is set to take over as the interim head coach for the rest of the season.
Arkansas has fired Head Coach Sam Pittman after 5+ seasons with the team, according to multiple reports.
The Arkansas football program has experienced its share of highs and lows under Sam Pittman’s leadership. Following the struggles of the Chad Morris era, Pittman revitalized the Razorbacks with a strong 9-4 campaign in 2021, capped by a 24-10 victory over Penn State in the Outback Bowl. However, that season marked the peak of his tenure.
The next three seasons, Arkansas finished with average 7-6 seasons in both 2022 and 2024, and a disastrous 4-8 record in 2023. Fast forward to the present: the Razorbacks sit at 2-3, having suffered consecutive losses—first to Memphis on the road, then a 56-13 blowout at home against Notre Dame. The latter defeat ultimately led to Pittman’s dismissal.
Pittman concludes his tenure at Arkansas with a 32-34 overall record, including a 14-29 mark in conference play.
Athletic Director Hunter Yurachek makes a statement following the change in leadership.
“I want to thank Coach Pittman for his service and dedication to the University of Arkansas throughout his time as head coach,” Yurachek said. “From Day 1, you could tell how much this opportunity meant to him. At this time, however, I feel a change is necessary to put our student-athletes and program in the best position to be successful. The goal for our football program is to be highly competitive within the Southeastern Conference and compete for a national championship. As we move forward in the process of finding our next head coach, I am certain we will be able to provide the necessary resources to our staff and team to reach our goals. We will begin a national search for our next head coach immediately and that search will include Coach Petrino, who has expressed his desire to be a candidate for the full-time job.”
Offensive Coordinator Bobby Petrino is set to take over as the interim head coach for the rest of the season.
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