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Arkansas Fires Coach Pittman After Notre Dame Blowout

9/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Arkansas fired coach Sam Pittman after a 56-13 loss to Notre Dame, dropping to 2-3.
Offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino was named interim head coach; he led 2008-2011.
Athletic director Hunter Yurachek said the change aims to boost Southeastern Conference (SEC) competitiveness.
Arkansas owes Pittman about $9.3 million in buyout.
The Razorbacks struggle with defense, ranking low in SEC categories.

History

Historical Context

The Arkansas Razorbacks football program, established in 1894, has experienced significant coaching changes, notably hiring Bobby Petrino in 2008, who led the team to a 10-win season. Following Sam Pittman's dismissal in 2025 after a 56-13 loss, Petrino returned as interim coach, reflecting the intense pressure in college football to deliver immediate results amid ongoing defensive struggles.

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Story summary

Arkansas fired coach Sam Pittman after a 56-13 loss to Notre Dame, dropping to 2-3.
Offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino was named interim head coach; he led 2008-2011.
Athletic director Hunter Yurachek said the change aims to boost Southeastern Conference (SEC) competitiveness.
Arkansas owes Pittman about $9.3 million in buyout.
The Razorbacks struggle with defense, ranking low in SEC categories.

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