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Bobby Petrino Ousts Three Defensive Assistants After Arkansas Fires Sam Pittman

The interim coach immediately reshaped the staff as Arkansas begins a national search that will consider him for the permanent job.

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Sep 6, 2025; Little Rock, Arkansas, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino prior tot he game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves at War Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Petrino dismissed defensive coordinator Travis Williams, defensive line coach Deke Adams and co-defensive coordinator Marcus Woodson in his first full day in charge, according to multiple reports.
  • Arkansas launched the changes after a 56-13 home loss to Notre Dame that dropped the team to 2-3 and led to Pittman’s ouster following a 32-34 tenure.
  • Athletic director Hunter Yurachek named Petrino interim head coach for the rest of 2025 and said the ongoing search for the next coach will include him.
  • The defense has struggled, allowing 42 first-half points and 643 total yards to Notre Dame and ranking near the bottom nationally in scoring and total defense.
  • Program-level fallout includes a reported $9.8 million buyout for Pittman and heavy roster churn noted by recruiting services, with Arkansas off this week before visiting No. 15 Tennessee on Oct. 11.