Arkansas: Update from industry sources Sam Pittman’s position “is safe”

Sam Pittman dismissed worries about his job security a few days ago, but according to Brandon Marcello, the Arkansas head coach is “safe,” assuming he plays poorly against FIU on Saturday.

Marcello stated via CBS Sports HQ on Thursday that “he is safe right now.” “Yet, this season has been awful. They suffered six successive defeats. The offensive has been utterly incompetent. Their offensive coordinator had to go. They play a poor FIU this week, but Sam Pittman is safe for the time being. Depending on if Arkansas appears. Even if they win, their rivalry game against Missouri the following week might be very important for him if they play poorly.”

According to Marcello, Arkansas plans to restructure its personnel, particularly in the offensive department, after Pittman leaves. Following their 7-3 defeat against Mississippi State on October 21, the Razorbacks announced the dismissal of offensive coordinator Dan Enos due to their scoring offense, which is ranked No. 73 in the country (26.1 avg).

“At the very least, Arkansas is going to be making some huge changes on that staff,” Marcello stated. Especially in the attacking department. Numerous position coaches and, naturally, a new coordinator are probably on the way. Sam Pittman is under pressure, and he needs his team to perform well against Mizzou and FIU. Even though they won, his poor effort against FIU might be the last of him.”

This season, FIU is 4-6, and they recently suffered a 40-6 setback against Middle Tennessee State. The Golden Panthers’ defense is ranked No. 102 in points allowed (29.7), while their offense is ranked No. 120 in the country in points per game (19.3). Caesars Sportsbook has Arkansas as a 29.5-point favorite this weekend.

Last week, Arkansas lost to Auburn 48-10 at home, maybe the biggest loss of the season, dropping the team to 3-7. After the game, reporters questioned Pittman about if he was worried about his job security.

Pittman answered, “I’m not, and let me explain why.” “Because it’s always been about me and these kids, not about me being the head coach. However, to respond to your query. Well, I’m not.

Pittman stated he doesn’t expect a large-scale departure through the transfer portal this summer, despite a difficult year on the field.

“That is not what I see,” Pittman stated on Wednesday. “We have a good idea. You can determine who may enter the gateway and who may not at this time of year by their mannerisms. The children don’t want to go; they want to be here. They want to return and show that we can have it again since they have experienced some success. Most of those men, in my opinion, could return.”