Arkansas has fired coach Sam Pittman, the school announced Sunday . The decision comes following Saturday's 56-13 loss to Notre Dame and a week after the Razorbacks squandered an 18-point lead on the road at Memphis. Situated on one of college football's hottest seats entering his sixth season at the program, Pittman finishes 32-34 overall at Arkansas, including a 14-29 mark against SEC competition.

Arkansas also revealed that offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, who coached the Razorbacks from 2008-11, will serve as interim coach for the rest of the season.

"I want to thank Coach Pittman for his service and dedication to the University of Arkansas throughout his time as head coach," Arkansas athletic director Hunter Yurachek said. "From Day 1, you could tell how much this op

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