Arkansas is entering the final stages of its coaching search, according to a report from On3Sports.
The Razorbacks have been looking for a permanent head coach since firing Sam Pittman on Sept. 28. The team started 2-3, which led to his dismissal.
University leadership has spent weeks evaluating candidates from Power Four conferences and top Group of Five programs.
Arkansas is beginning to enter the final stages of its coaching search, sources tell @On3sports.
Jon Sumrall has become the most talked-about name connected to the job.
The 43-year-old Tulane head coach has drawn significant interest across the SEC. His rapid rise includes an impressive 23-4 record at Troy with two Sun Belt titles.
Sumrall posted a 9-5 debut season with the Green Wave in 2024. This fall, he’s got Tulane ranked No. 24 with an 8-2 record.
The coach signed an extension last offseason worth roughly $15 million through 2029. But his rising profile has put him on the radar of multiple SEC programs.
Arkansas could finalize a hire in the coming days or weeks.
The search timeline suggests the university wants to wrap things up quickly. That’s typical for programs looking to secure recruiting classes and maintain momentum heading into bowl season.
Sumrall’s success at both Troy and Tulane has made him one of the hottest coaching prospects in college football. His ability to turn programs around quickly appeals to athletic directors looking for immediate results.
