The NEXT Coach

[Olhickoryhog]

I'm probably less connected than anyone on this board, but just reading national guys articles.

I'd say the 3 most likely BIG 10 coaches would be a combination of Odom, Franklin, and Fleck.  There are a lot of rumors that Jedd Fisch wants to get back to the SEC (a Florida Alum), but I just don't see him leaving Seattle for Fayetteville. 

As far as ACC coaches, The Athletic had an article out the day Pittman was fired saying Brent Key had interest in the Arkansas job.  I noticed about 5 minutes after Freeze was fired, the Athletic put out an article stating Key was interested in Auburn.  This obviously feels like an old school Mike Gundy/Matt Campbell scenario where his agent floats his name to every opening to get GA Tech to raise their price.  Unfortunately, our administration is probably gullible enough to think there is real interest there and get egg on their face.  I would have definitely said Lashlee was the other until he signed that contract on Thursday.  A lot of national guys have stated Wilcox wants out of Berkeley.  I believe he was the DC at Tennessee prior to going there so that would make some sense.  Allegedly, Fran Brown wants back in the SEC and I would think Arkansas would be a slight upgrade over Syracuse. 

As far as NFL assistants, Zac Robinson, the OC for the Falcons, is supposedly campaigning hard for the OSU job.  I could see his agent reaching out to Arkansas at the very least to try to get a bidding war going.

[jdcatty]

I'm probably less connected than anyone on this board, but just reading national guys articles.

I'd say the 3 most likely BIG 10 coaches would be a combination of Odom, Franklin, and Fleck.  There are a lot of rumors that Jedd Fisch wants to get back to the SEC (a Florida Alum), but I just don't see him leaving Seattle for Fayetteville. 

As far as ACC coaches, The Athletic had an article out the day Pittman was fired saying Brent Key had interest in the Arkansas job.  I noticed about 5 minutes after Freeze was fired, the Athletic put out an article stating Key was interested in Auburn.  This obviously feels like an old school Mike Gundy/Matt Campbell scenario where his agent floats his name to every opening to get GA Tech to raise their price.  Unfortunately, our administration is probably gullible enough to think there is real interest there and get egg on their face.  I would have definitely said Lashlee was the other until he signed that contract on Thursday.  A lot of national guys have stated Wilcox wants out of Berkeley.  I believe he was the DC at Tennessee prior to going there so that would make some sense.  Allegedly, Fran Brown wants back in the SEC and I would think Arkansas would be a slight upgrade over Syracuse. 

As far as NFL assistants, Zac Robinson, the OC for the Falcons, is supposedly campaigning hard for the OSU job.  I could see his agent reaching out to Arkansas at the very least to try to get a bidding war going.

Good post.  Come around more often.

[BleedinRed]

Good post.  Come around more often.

I had the same thought when I read his post last night.

[DirkPiggler]

I'm probably less connected than anyone on this board, but just reading national guys articles.

I'd say the 3 most likely BIG 10 coaches would be a combination of Odom, Franklin, and Fleck.  There are a lot of rumors that Jedd Fisch wants to get back to the SEC (a Florida Alum), but I just don't see him leaving Seattle for Fayetteville. 

As far as ACC coaches, The Athletic had an article out the day Pittman was fired saying Brent Key had interest in the Arkansas job.  I noticed about 5 minutes after Freeze was fired, the Athletic put out an article stating Key was interested in Auburn.  This obviously feels like an old school Mike Gundy/Matt Campbell scenario where his agent floats his name to every opening to get GA Tech to raise their price.  Unfortunately, our administration is probably gullible enough to think there is real interest there and get egg on their face.  I would have definitely said Lashlee was the other until he signed that contract on Thursday.  A lot of national guys have stated Wilcox wants out of Berkeley.  I believe he was the DC at Tennessee prior to going there so that would make some sense.  Allegedly, Fran Brown wants back in the SEC and I would think Arkansas would be a slight upgrade over Syracuse. 

As far as NFL assistants, Zac Robinson, the OC for the Falcons, is supposedly campaigning hard for the OSU job.  I could see his agent reaching out to Arkansas at the very least to try to get a bidding war going.

About a week before Gundy was fired we were in Tulsa at an event.  One of the people we talked to there was an OSU booster.  He insisted that Gundy would soon be fired and that they were going to hire Zac Robinson, that it was already pretty much a done deal. 

[Feral]

About a week before Gundy was fired we were in Tulsa at an event.  One of the people we talked to there was an OSU booster.  He insisted that Gundy would soon be fired and that they were going to hire Zac Robinson, that it was already pretty much a done deal. 

Robinson is a plug and play option for OSU. Seems like a given at this point.

Young, OSU alum, NFL coordinator who coached under McVay. Would be a great hire for them.

[AporkalypseNow]

I'm probably less connected than anyone on this board, but just reading national guys articles.

I'd say the 3 most likely BIG 10 coaches would be a combination of Odom, Franklin, and Fleck.  There are a lot of rumors that Jedd Fisch wants to get back to the SEC (a Florida Alum), but I just don't see him leaving Seattle for Fayetteville. 

As far as ACC coaches, The Athletic had an article out the day Pittman was fired saying Brent Key had interest in the Arkansas job.  I noticed about 5 minutes after Freeze was fired, the Athletic put out an article stating Key was interested in Auburn.  This obviously feels like an old school Mike Gundy/Matt Campbell scenario where his agent floats his name to every opening to get GA Tech to raise their price.  Unfortunately, our administration is probably gullible enough to think there is real interest there and get egg on their face.  I would have definitely said Lashlee was the other until he signed that contract on Thursday.  A lot of national guys have stated Wilcox wants out of Berkeley.  I believe he was the DC at Tennessee prior to going there so that would make some sense.  Allegedly, Fran Brown wants back in the SEC and I would think Arkansas would be a slight upgrade over Syracuse. 

As far as NFL assistants, Zac Robinson, the OC for the Falcons, is supposedly campaigning hard for the OSU job.  I could see his agent reaching out to Arkansas at the very least to try to get a bidding war going.

Thanks for sharing this

[Hognrock]

I'm probably less connected than anyone on this board, but just reading national guys articles.

I'd say the 3 most likely BIG 10 coaches would be a combination of Odom, Franklin, and Fleck.  There are a lot of rumors that Jedd Fisch wants to get back to the SEC (a Florida Alum), but I just don't see him leaving Seattle for Fayetteville. 

As far as ACC coaches, The Athletic had an article out the day Pittman was fired saying Brent Key had interest in the Arkansas job.  I noticed about 5 minutes after Freeze was fired, the Athletic put out an article stating Key was interested in Auburn.  This obviously feels like an old school Mike Gundy/Matt Campbell scenario where his agent floats his name to every opening to get GA Tech to raise their price.  Unfortunately, our administration is probably gullible enough to think there is real interest there and get egg on their face.  I would have definitely said Lashlee was the other until he signed that contract on Thursday.  A lot of national guys have stated Wilcox wants out of Berkeley.  I believe he was the DC at Tennessee prior to going there so that would make some sense.  Allegedly, Fran Brown wants back in the SEC and I would think Arkansas would be a slight upgrade over Syracuse. 

As far as NFL assistants, Zac Robinson, the OC for the Falcons, is supposedly campaigning hard for the OSU job.  I could see his agent reaching out to Arkansas at the very least to try to get a bidding war going.

I also appreciate the info and agree with JD to hang around and post more.

There used to be (maybe still is) a BBQ restaurant in Hoxie named Ole Hickory.  I went there many times with my papaw and it was very good.  Your name reminded me of that.

[Pig Benis]

About a week before Gundy was fired we were in Tulsa at an event.  One of the people we talked to there was an OSU booster.  He insisted that Gundy would soon be fired and that they were going to hire Zac Robinson, that it was already pretty much a done deal. 

I just listened to Biddy's show from yesterday. He said that Gundy and Traylor both want the job but aren't being considered and the fanbase should be thrilled if we could get PJ Fleck. If that's the case just keep Bobby.

[BASS]

No to gundy. We could do worse than Traylor.

[BASS]

I think fleck will be hootie 2.0

[bigpig]

I think fleck will be hootie 2.0

I think he'd be Bert without the laziness, but then again Bert without laziness probably could still be coaching here. He could have won 6-10 games a year here if he had drive.

[HTL]

Could be Saban. No one knows. He was 34-24 at Michigan State.

[Pig Benis]

Could be Saban. No one knows. He was 34-24 at Michigan State.

Have you ever seen his teams play? I'd rather read your posts than watch Gopher football.

[jdcatty]

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hahahaha-- my guess is neither of them know what the heck they are talking about

[BleedinRed]

As tight lipped as Hunter was on the first seach, there is no way I beleve "sources close to" statements.

[BleedinRed]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eimpHL-qQ5U

Here is Sam's introductory press conference.  At around 51:45 Hunter talks about his process and how he and two others are the only ones who know what is going on. 

Why would his process this time be different?

[bigpig]

Twitter and Facebook are full of those engagement bait/rage bait accounts.

They mean nothing.

[animal]

Absolutely bizarre the people that think a decent program is coming to poach Petrino.

Maybe as a well paid OC but he blew it as a serious HC anywhere outside of Ark.

I'm not sure he wants that smoke.

[razor5396]

This is what every Arkansas Football coaching search feels like

[animal]

Not sure if mentioned but apparently the RF plane landed in Provo, UT a few days ago.