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Arkansas Reportedly Taps USF’s Alex Golesh as Next Head Coach

Local reports say he accepted the job; neither Arkansas nor Golesh has announced a deal.

Nov 6, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; South Florida Bulls head coach Alex Golesh looks on against the UTSA Roadrunners during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
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Nov 15, 2025; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; South Florida Bulls head coach Alex Golesh looks on the field during the second half against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Navy Midshipmen defeated South Florida Bulls 41-28. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Arkansas-based reporters Trey Schaap and Josh Bertaccini say Golesh has accepted the Razorbacks’ offer, and FootballScoop reports deep negotiations with other candidates notified they are out.
  • No formal announcement has been made by the University of Arkansas or Golesh, and terms or a timeline have not been disclosed.
  • Golesh is 22-15 in three seasons at South Florida, with the Bulls 8-3 this year and still in contention for the AAC title game heading into Saturday’s finale vs. Rice.
  • He previously ran Tennessee’s offense as coordinator in 2021–22, providing prior SEC experience.
  • Arkansas fired Sam Pittman during a 2-9 season; interim coach Bobby Petrino is 0-6, and SMU’s Rhett Lashlee, once linked to the search, is expected to remain with the Mustangs.