Arkansas football coaching search 2025: Candidates, hot board, names to watch from Razorbacks experts

The University of Arkansas has begun their search for a new head football coach after the dismissal of Sam Pittman. The HawgSports team has provided a list of potential candidates for the position. Some of the names mentioned include current NFL offensive coordinators such as Kellen Moore (Dallas Cowboys) and Pep Hamilton (Houston Texans), as well as successful Group of Five head coaches like Jeff Traylor (UTSA) and Kane Wommack (South Alabama). The report also highlights several current Power Five assistant coaches, including Kendal Briles (Florida State) and Matt Rhule (Nebraska), who have prior head coaching experience. The article suggests that the Razorbacks are likely to target a proven offensive-minded coach who can continue the program's recent momentum and help them compete in the highly competitive SEC West division. The search process is still in its early stages, and the university is expected to conduct a thorough evaluation of all potential candidates before making a decision.