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Nutt Says White And Broyles Want Him To Stay

Last updated Sunday, November 25, 2007 8:53 PM CST
in Razorback Central

By Alex Abrams
THE MORNING NEWS

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FAYETTEVILLE -- Houston Nutt's future remains uncertain, but the Arkansas coach said he hopes to have it resolved by no later than Tuesday.

Two days after pulling out the biggest win of his career, Nutt met with a room full of reporters to discuss a wide range of topics, though the conversation eventually turned to his job status.

Nutt said Sunday that he has spoken with Arkansas Chancellor John White on the phone and in-person on several occasions. And the indication that Nutt has received from White and retiring athletic director Frank Broyles is that they want him to continue coaching the Razorbacks.

"We had some little prelim discussions. We've got some more coming this week, and we'll wait 'til that time and let's see what comes out of it," Nutt said during his usual Sunday afternoon news conference.

"But again, right now, I'm excited about Chancellor White and Coach Broyles, they want me here. They want me to stay, and that's a good feeling and I'm excited about that."

But that doesn't necessarily mean Nutt will be back in 2008, even in the wake of last Friday's 50-48 triple-overtime win at then-No. 1 LSU.

A large and vocal segment of Arkansas' fan base has been calling for Nutt to be fired for the past year. And the situation hasn't been calmed by a late surge by the Razorbacks to finish the regular season with an 8-4 record and bowl berth secured.

Nutt said he expects to meet Tuesday or Wednesday with Jeff Long, who will take over as Arkansas' athletic director when Broyles retires at the end of the year.

As standard practice, Nutt has met with Broyles after each season to evaluate the direction of the football program. Nutt is expected to have a similar meeting with Long this week, and that's when Nutt indicated that formal discussions about his future will heat up.

"There is a lot of good, good things when you look close," Nutt said. "But we will have to see what's best, what is best and this week we'll see."

Nutt wouldn't elaborate on what was discussed during his conversations with White.

Sources familiar with the situation have said that White doesn't want to fire Nutt, and that it could be Nutt's decision on whether he coaches the Razorbacks next season.

Nutt has been mentioned as a potential candidate for several head coaching jobs at other schools. Ole Miss and Baylor are among the schools that could pursue him for their coaching vacancies.

Jimmy Sexton, Nutt's agent, refused to comment when reached Sunday afternoon on whether any other schools have contacted him about Nutt.

Sexton also didn't want to elaborate on the nature of Nutt's talks with White, whether it was to discuss a contract extension or a possible buyout.

"I'm not really at liberty to say right now what those talks are about," Sexton said.

Nutt turned down Nebraska after the 2003 season when the school sent a plane to Fayetteville to pick him up.

Nutt was vague when asked Sunday whether he was interested in any other job, perhaps Ole Miss, which would allow him to remain in the Southeastern Conference.

"Right now, this is the time of year. There is seven, eight jobs (open) right now. There is going to be more," Nutt said. "There is not just one thing on my mind (like) that's the one.

"I hadn't thought about things like that right now."

Nutt received a one-year contract extension last December that increased his annual compensation to $1.2 million. The deal also extended his contract through Dec. 31, 2012.

According to his contract, Nutt would have to give Arkansas seven days notice before accepting another coaching job. He would also have to pay the university $500,000.

He would stand to lose more than $2 million in deferred compensation and a bonus if he resigns from Arkansas.

Nutt again stated Sunday that being the head coach of the Razorbacks was his "dream job." He also took the unusual step of offering an apology to any Arkansas fans whom he might have made mad.

"If I walk by one fan, or I didn't speak to somebody, if I made somebody mad in that way, boy, I apologize," Nutt said. "All I've ever wanted to do was do the right thing, do it the proper way and be the head coach and the ambassador for Arkansas."

Alex's AP Ballott

1. Missouri

2. West Virginia

3. Ohio State

4. Georgia

5. Virginia Tech

6. Southern Cal

7. LSU

8. Hawaii

9. Kansas

10. Oklahoma

11. Florida

12. Boston College

13. Tennessee

14. Illinois

15. Arizona State

16. Wisconsin

17. Texas

18. BYU

19. Oregon

20. Cincinnati

21. Clemson

22. Auburn

23. Arkansas

24. Virginia

25. Boise State



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BigHog wrote on Nov 25, 2007 9:05 PM:

" What a KROCK of stupidity ... how can you rank 8. Hawaii above Kansas, Florida, Tennessee, Oklahoma and even Illinois??? Out of 120 D-1A schools, their record is ranked 120th regarding "strength of schedule". Using that logic UCA could be undefeated and would be deserving of a Top 10 ranking, despite playing no one. You are doing the BCS and the solid teams who are BETTER than Hawaii a diservice. It's time to do away with pundits votes, particilarly when like A.Abrams they are not lucid enough to make solid football decisions. "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 25, 2007 9:15 PM:

" I think the BIGGER problem with this article is that, according to Nutt, White and Broyles wnat him to stay. That should be a no brainer - the MAJORITY of fans do NOT want you to stay Houston. Please take the Ole Miss job. "

razorbackfan wrote on Nov 25, 2007 9:25 PM:

" This can not be true...or at least I hope its not true. Surely White and Broyles know its time for a change. After 10 years of Nutt's crap its time to get someone else in there who will take us to the next level. "

ppdmike wrote on Nov 25, 2007 9:46 PM:

" Can Nutt beat SMU...He has done that at soo much more. Remember when we were happy if we just had 6 wins...when we could not fill a 55000 seat stadium. Stay Coach Nutt...the silent majority back you. You the only coach in the country that truly "loves" this university...stay and keep us from being a coaching stepping stone for bigger programs! We have been close to a title...you will break through eventually. "

HawgCowboy wrote on Nov 25, 2007 9:47 PM:

" Will the top Administrators make the decision to keep or let go Nutt? OR will they do something like "let the inmates run the prison?" "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 25, 2007 10:12 PM:

" Nutt lovers are NOT a majority. Take a STATE WIDE POLL, then you'll have your beloved STATISTICS tro prove that too - of course you'll come up with some excuse about that too. If you like seasons varying from 4-7 to 8-4 (10-3 means nothing when the team with MORE SEC-West losses than you gets the BCS bowl and you whind up in Orlando) you keep the Nutt. If you want to win a national title, which UA should do, then get somebody else. "

razorbackfan wrote on Nov 25, 2007 10:52 PM:

" All of you Nutt lovers are drinking too much of the Nutt Koolaide. The man is the longest tenure BCS conference school without an appearance in a BCS bowl game. Even Kansas is going to go to a BCS bowl game this year. HE HAS DONE NOTHING TO KEEP THIS JOB FOR 10 YEARS!!! We are better off now then before he came, but he will not take us any further. He has a sub .500 record in the SEC over the past 10 years, and has won ONLY 2 BOWL GAMES. It is time for a change, and for you fans that are happy with the 7 win seasons I hope you enjoy it again next year if he is our coach. THERE IS NO REASON WHY WERE WENT 4-4 IN THE SEC THIS YEAR! We should have been 6-2 at worse in the SEC this year. His poor coaching, play calling and time management lost us the Alabama and Kentucky game, and we were simply not prepared at all for the Tennessee game. I'm sick of people being happy with these ok seasons every few years. ITS TIME FOR A CHANGE....FIRE THE NUTT!!!!!!! "

giants911 wrote on Nov 25, 2007 11:15 PM:

" Razorbackfan - If you can't quote correct facts no even post. Nutt is 42-40 in the SEC over ten years. Not Sub par. I can tell by your comments you don't watch the games. Why did we lose against AL & KY? Two bad calls and no DMAC in the 4th qtr. KY - fumble for a touchdown before half. Roughed the kicker in the 3rd qtr and they score. No DMAC for a qtr vs KY. Why don't you start telling the truth instead of you lies and hate filled emails. Once and for all - Playcalling = Points. Do you realize this team scored more points this year than any other AR team. By the way, the three candidates listed to replace Nutt - They don't want the job. I wonder why with people like yourself, NOT FANS who will turn on on a coach in a instant. You are living in a dream world. "

razorbackfan wrote on Nov 25, 2007 11:30 PM:

" First of all giants911...you need to re-check his SEC record and the SEC champ games we loss do count toward his record. Also, I missed only one game over the past two years (that includes home and away and bowl games) so you can't say I don't watch many games. First of all, how do you explain our complete collapse against bama and kentucky? We had leads in the 4th and he started his traditional "play not to lose" that always loses us games because his time management is the worse in college football. How many times over the past year has he been booed at home for his terrible time management? Also, as far as the points scoring it sure helps when we play 4 creme puffs that we scored a combined 200 points against. We have only played 12 regular season games a few times in history and last year we played USC versus playing 4 creme puffs so that sure helped our points score. Please explain to me what he has done over his tenure to keep this job? YOU PEOPLE ARE HAPPY ABOUT PLAYING IN THE COTTON BOWL IN A YEARLY BASIS AND THAT IS PATHETIC!!! The mind set of some of you is the reason we will never have better...quit getting excited about the cotton bowl and start thinking BCS. "

atcncb wrote on Nov 26, 2007 4:15 AM:

" Hang in there Nutt. You R a true Arkansan & represent the football & university very well. Do not let a small group of dissent's run U off. "

Swinehunt wrote on Nov 26, 2007 6:47 AM:

" Alex Abrams, you say a LARGE and vocal group of fans want Nutt expelled. That is 100% WRONG. The games are all solds out with loyal Razorback and Nutt fans. Please admit you are the VOCAL part of your statement. You are the leader of the Springdale "firing squad". I know this post will be quickly deleted. "

oldbsr wrote on Nov 26, 2007 7:05 AM:

" There are two sides to this situtation. Nutt puts up with a bunch of hooey from a bunch of stupid fans and most of you would say the heck with it since most fans really don't know a football from a tree stump. The other side is wins and losses which is not good. The SEC is the toughest conference but we have had two world class athletes in Matt Jones and now McFadden so mediocrity isn't tolerable. I say one more year - Broyles will be out and he protects Nutt and Nutt knows it, McFadden will be gone, and we'll let Nutt succeed or fail. Any other coach will use this job as a stepping stone so we need a guy like Nutt but one with some better coaching ability. "

Hogfan...LKY wrote on Nov 26, 2007 7:14 AM:

" Do we have to be a HDN supporter to be a loyal Razorback fan?...I think not since I know I have been a hog fan longer then most of yall considering my age. If you are happy with the 8-4 record then i question ur loyalty about being a hogfan. If every year ur goal is not to win the SEC west and then the SEC championship and then the BCS championship then how can u call urself a razorback fan? Go ask Houston Dale hisself what his goals are every year and he will say the same thing. so how many years does Nutt get to try and get us where we all want to go? He has had his shot and he better be glad he has DMAC and Jones there or he would have been gone long before this year. It is nothing personal against HDN but it is time for a change. If he stays and DMAC goes pro then the Hogs will be middle of the pack in the west at best. HDN may be a good recruiter but recruiting will never win u a SEC game...you still have to call plays and play something the HOGS can't do and that is play DEFENCE!! Disagree all you want but just because we say it is time for a change then don't say I am not loyal hog fan. "

razorrod wrote on Nov 26, 2007 8:08 AM:

" If this administration chooses to keep HDN as head coach it will be the largest goof in d-1 sports. Big time programs would never allow this nonsense to continue another year. Oh yeah I'm sorry I forgot. We have some fans that are happy with the occasional cotton bowl. Pack your bags HDN. "

hogger wrote on Nov 26, 2007 8:13 AM:

" Mr Abrams, I wont go so far as to say you're biased against Coach Nutt(although I have my suspicions), but it is clear you are bent towards "keeping the contreversy alive". You write about a "large" group. What defines "large"? I suspect your definition means nothihg more than a sizable group of internet posters. You say "the situation hasnt been calmed by a late season surge". Go back and read the reponses to the weekend articles at this very site. You will find support for Coach Nutt that wasnt witnessed prior to the win over LSU. It is clear you are just a beginner who lacks any real understanding of the history of Razorback athletics. But stop allowing internet message boards to be your guide. "

oldbsr wrote on Nov 26, 2007 8:30 AM:

" All of you football experts - who can come in and coach this team to a national championship? Let's see Tuberville, Spurier, Meyer, Saban - hmmm they ain't exactly burning it up boys. So who is it? Who do you think can come in and make us National Champions? "

ozarks wrote on Nov 26, 2007 8:36 AM:

" Glad to hear the UA supporting Houston. That is long over due and much of this could have been avoided if the administration has stepped up in the first place when the group went after Houston. Houston was left holding the bag last year when the freshman walked out on him when they couldn't call the shots. We need Coach Nutt now or this program will end up in the drink for years to come. If the coach could talk the juniors into returning, that would show a lot. We've heard a lot about family and team this year. Time to support that team and family and get your degree and stay one more year with the UA. Let's see how this all washes out in the next couple of weeks. But I support Nutt. "

HawgCowboy wrote on Nov 26, 2007 9:03 AM:

" Gighog, you are right about Alex Abrams all the way...his articles on here are written in a way to keep the controversy going week after week. Yes, he does NOT understand or possess the loyalty to the Razorbacks of Arkansas fans. Yes, this internet posting board influences all of his opinions seemingly, often unlacking facts to support his bias. Bighog, please do provide the data you refer to about Alex Abrams being a Springdale mouthpiece as you state. "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 9:06 AM:

" I agree Bighog that neither I nor you, living out of the state, could be polled should TMN or other outlet conduct one. Now the last poll I recall was in 2003 just before a "decision" was made by Nutt re the Nebraska job. If memory serves me correctly, the poll reflected a 50:50 split. As I recall KFSM TV5 in Fort Smith was my source on those numbers. I also agree it is definately a business and business decision. I too don't have any personal issues with HDN, but, like you, believe he's not the best Xs and Os coach and he certainly need(s)ed a solid OC. I see where one poster (oldbsr) has already asked we give HDN one more year. A year ago, I was just like that - "give him one more year." This year however, he had the best backfield and player in the nation and still lost four games, three of which should have been victories. You and I also agree that due to his coaching and his time told record, it is time for a new head coach. "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 9:17 AM:

" Looks like the "silent majority" is actually a handful minority. "

giants911 wrote on Nov 26, 2007 9:34 AM:

" Razorbackfan: I do my homework before I make statements. Why don't you do the same thing before you repeatingly make incorrect statements. Last year we played USC, LA Monroe, Utah ST and SE Mo ST. That would be a total of 4 non-conference, just like this year. We set the ALL TIME SCORING RECORD THIS YEAR PLAYING 12 GAMES TO_DATE! Nutt is 42-40 overall in the SEC and 42-38 not counting the SEC championship games. It's ironic,we played Texas and USC the previous 4 years and you keep harping about a pie schedule. Guess what, Texas is back on the schedule next year and it looks like TX A&M after that. I have not read any congrats from you, co hog etc about the Great Victory. True Fans support the team. It's time to move on all you Gus huggers - he's gone. "

razorrod wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:03 AM:

" "bighog" You statement about bringing in two OC's that can't get it done. Well David Lee (ladder boy) is obvious he couldn't. However if you noticed Saturday most of our production came out of the wilcat (wild hog) HDN didn't bring that in. Neither did his brother or David Lee. If HDN's massive ego wasn't in the way he would have run that 50% of the snaps all year. Problem is that would be an admission from HDN that Gus (the guy some people call highschool) still has the most effective offense at the U of A. He also has his team at the top offensively on a national level. Before you start talking about the comp they play please realize he is also doing it without SEC talent. Not to mention. How many teams on a national level are now running some form of the wildcat?????? Just like all the pro teams that have studied his hurry up no huddle and implement it on their two minutes drives? David Lee was brought in as a yes man. That's it. Neither Nutt nor Lee brought anything new to the table on the offensive side of the ball. I am still waiting on this new pro style offense that Mr Lee was bringing in and Nutt was going to let him run. "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:09 AM:

" Polls: any online poll is suspect and inaccurate ... as it only polls individuals WITH access and allows for repetitive voting. This summer a semi-reputable poll was taken, altho the actual questions were not developed by a Gallup or Zogby professional, they did reveal the majority supported Nutt at that time. C'mon, polls that are not conducted using the basics of polling protocal are biased and worthless. "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:14 AM:

" Regarding Malzhan razord: you are correct he's not using SEC calibur talent nor is he playing against SEC calibur talent. The verdict is still out ... the key to the WildHog is the fact there were such incredible playmakers available in McFadden, Jones, Hillis, Monk. What other team has that combo of talent available to it??? Certainly no other collegiate level squad. Frankly, Malzhan's ego is everybit as large or larger than Nutt's (e.g. (1) he left in a huff when Lee was brought on as a "co-OC" - couldn't share the stage, (2) the book about a highschool squad so revealed his huge ego, and (3) his silence when he left - anyone else would have deflected some of the criticism from their former employer). Malzhan was NOT ready for the SEC and frankly, his tenure with little tulsa will help him grow. "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:20 AM:

" One other Malzhan note: the spread isn't new ... heck, Bill Yeoman invented it years ago. Back in the day, Coach Bill Yeoman knew he couldn't compete against top-tier teams by doing the same thing as every other top-tier team. That was the impetus for the Veer Offense ... and years later, the same mindset would give way to the Run & Shoot offense. Leech at TTech runs a variation of it. And the FACT is --- neither Houston or TTech have been able to WIN a National Championship with the fling'em offense. It does make it possible for small schools (i.e., Tulsa) to compete with the larger schools, but is not effective enough to produce consistent championships (e.g. TTech, Houston, etc.). Urban Myers success at Florida is largely based upon the HIGH talent-level and a strong, strong defense coupled with a balanced offense that has the ability to run the ball to acheive clock control. "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:22 AM:

" Arkansas' win over LSU proved (1) a ground/clock control offense when balanced with a passing game and (2) smothering defense wins games! "

MisterE wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:31 AM:

" BigHog: Are you comparing what Malzahn did and wanted to do.... with FLING'EM type used by Texas Tech........duh... Texas Tech throws almost every play.. Malzahn's at Arkansas was nothing like that. "

razorrod wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:31 AM:

" that little team in Gainsville runs over 90% of their plays out of the spread. How did they do last year in the National title game? Oh and as for Nutt bringing in the players that's great. Too bad he could not come up with anything on his own.....and for GM leaving..lol Your explanation is laughable at best. Any coach with any amount of pride would have done the same thing if treated the way he was. Why don't you ever discuss Nutts departure from the U of A when he couldn't cut it at QB? Or is that different all together? "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:43 AM:

" MistE: that's correct, TTech does throw almost every play and are a 2nd tier football team in the Big 12 South that has never even been in contention for the National Title which Arkansas was until our loss to LSU last yr in LR. Balance wins NC. you missed the point about Yeoman at Houston not winning a NC and Leech at TTech not winning a NC!!! "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 10:57 AM:

" FACTS: Last yr when the Gators won the National Championship ... 433 rushing attempts to 362 passing attempts (nice balance). This year they have 455 rushing attempts to 327 passing attempts (222 completions). Guess a solid ground game is needed. "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:01 AM:

" And that is correct, a significant part of Malzhan's discontent was Herring calling him out on not being ready for prime-time. Do some of your OWN investigating on The Hill and you'll discover he (Malzhan) was a "huge ego" and not well liked by the other coaching staff members (O or D). "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:06 AM:

" Florida does run the spread the vast majority of their offensive plays. They may have run 455 times, but they ran from a mostly spread offense. "

dfwhogfan1 wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:07 AM:

" To all: be careful what you wish for. I know I have come on here several times not happy with H and offensive decisions and even him not stepping forward at times and accepting blame when he needed too. But I have also stated how much I like and appreciate what he has done for us at the U of A. And please, I am not here to get into a debate with 12247 or razorod because you all have valid points too and I respect that. Just be careful what we all wish for because it could back fire on us. We are all smart enough to take a step back from this and look at the one job that is out there that could possibly hurt us down the road. I pray that if we do lose H we get the right guy in here but I am here to tell you it will be an uphill battle because of the mess that we have and both sides are to blame (ie: head coach, springdale haters and boosters, law suites etc). Just get prepared is all I am saying for a bomb before it gets better. "

MisterE wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:13 AM:

" Bighog: I think you are missing the point. Yeoman and all the other variations were primarily passing teams.... We didn't do that last year even with a healthier receiving crew. The fact is: The last two games our offensive play selection was something Malzahn would like. Why didn't we use more razzle dazzle throughout the season instead of running Darren up the middle over half the time and with hurt ribs at that? It may have cost DMc the Heisman. If the defense knows a guy is coming up the middle, they can stop him, unless their is enough misdirection and other trickeration, to keep them off balance. We did that the last two games, and it worked. If HDN will continue to let an OC call most if not all the plays, I have no problem with him staying. Other top coaches don't seem to have a problem having legitimate OC's on their staffs and they win NC's... It doesn't make them less of a top coach. Coach Nutt has some good qualities that coaches need, but he also thinks/thought way too much of his X's and O's abilities for far too long. "

razorrod wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:15 AM:

" and who in the world made Herring such an authority. before he starts calling people out maybe he should realize his rushing d is ranked 54th in the country and passing d is ranked 37th. Maybe he was the one not ready for the bigtime after one good year at NC state. "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:25 AM:

" MisterE --- understood and agree. Not sure why we were so predictable during the first half of the season. May have been due to the receivers dropping so many passes, etc. Who knows, but it likley cost D-Mac a deserved Heisman trophy. Regarding Nutt, not sure he can stay regardless of changes ... to much water has flowed uphill ... only time and $$$$ will tell though. It is a big-time business! Threats by a few folks to not renew tickets or send in the $100 checks won't impact the program, it's the big money donors who have the clout to make the change, or keep Nutt. "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:29 AM:

" Okay re the polls Bighog. If they are inaccurate (permitting multiple votes) and those in support of Nutt are the majority - then why are the numbers STILL so TILTED against him. Logically, if the majority supports him the numbers would be either equal or tilted in his favor (even wiht people submitting multiple votes. There is alos a poll on the KTHV website and so far the numbers are 3:1 HDN goes. "

BigHog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:36 AM:

" Typically, regardless of the topic, pollsters will tell you that the naysayers / aginers / folks who are agitated enough to vote for change or against something do so ... while the status quo crowd shows little energy to vote. Any, ANY online poll is skewed and not a reliable measurement. Gallup, Zogby, Barna, et al of the reliable pollsters use such skewed data. "

jxnjerry wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:44 AM:

" All you Nutt haters are going to have to move over now. The silent majority, who love the U OF Ark and think Houston Nutt is not only a good coach, but a good person. No matter what you say, Ark would be truly blessed to have him stay and help these young men turn into mature men. Friday night's game was the heart of Houston Nutt at work in those young men. He made them believe they could win. God Bless you Houston. "

razorrod wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:48 AM:

" jxnjerry wonder how god feels about the 2 by four comments from HDN's wife. "

giants911 wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:49 AM:

" Just wish we would have had Monk the entire season. Running lanes opened up when he came back. Also,just think if we would have had Hillis for the last three games last year. What a difference maker he is on the field. Sorry to tell all you Nutt haters, decision will be based on whether Nutt wants to stay. A Spurrier, Saban, Myer or Tuberville wouldn't last very long with this crowd. What amazes me all the Nutt Haters last year said " I'm canceling my season tickets and donations. Guess what? AR sold more season tickets this year than in it's history. It's apparent all of those people making the threats must not have been season ticket holders, probably like alot of people on this board. "

Django wrote on Nov 26, 2007 11:50 AM:

" BigHog-I agree with you on many points,but giving up 48 points isn't what I would call a smothering defense.You're right about the spread offense.Malzahn hasn't invented anything.This stuff had been around for years.Some people act like football was invented five years ago. "

Ozarks wrote on Nov 26, 2007 12:12 PM:

" Woo Pig! Houston is the coach now and I hope he is for the next 20 years. Time to end this all now so Arkansas can move forward. If any one thinks they can do a better job, turn in your resume to Jeff Long. "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 12:54 PM:

" For the sake of argument, let's say HDN returns for 2008 through 2010 (three football seasons). As of now the probabilities are HIGH that D-Mac, Jones, Hillis, Monk (senior), are going pro; Robert Johnson, Matterral Richardson, and Michael Grant are graduating. Next years schedule is not public yet. Without offensive firepower and defensive equalizers let's specualte 2008 is 7-5; 2009 is 8-4; and 2010 is 9-3. No BCS, no SEC CG win, and no NC possibilities. How many believe this is acceptable? If it is acceptable, I ask - why even bother playing the game? Let's just give Ohio State, Florida, West Virginia, whoever the NC now and not worry about wasting our time with any hopes of national contention or recognition. "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 1:06 PM:

" Promised is not what we ask. We ask for at least one, which is yet to happen. We can grow/go from there. "

giants911 wrote on Nov 26, 2007 1:28 PM:

" We lose 12 starters off this team. That's why all the disgruntled fans need to stay quiet. We lost 4 certain 4 star athletes last year at the last minute because of the turmoil surrounding the program, prior to signing day. The Cedar Hill, TX coach said in the Dallas paper he was stunned and mentioned the turmoil when Cole reneged on his committment.We have 19 committments right now and the LSU game will definately help recruiting. This could be Coach Nutts best year recruiting year ever if the fans don't get in the way. Co- Hog - by the way, AR plays Texas away next year and we pick up Florida. We have a tough schedule next year. "

CO-Hog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 1:47 PM:

" No more need for arguing - HDN, Broyles, and White will announce his departure this early evening 6:30 p.m. CST. "

southern hog wrote on Nov 26, 2007 9:36 PM:

" Correct,CO-Hog. Let's try to heal some wounds and see if we can come together on the next coach and support the returning Hogs and these recruits. It may be a downer for some and a trip to heaven for some more. Whichever, its time to put the program first and remember we have these kids to support and encourage. Despite all of my disgust with our offensive philosophies, I have never been more proud of my Razorbacks than I was last Friday. Let's hope the next guy buids off of this game and takes us to another level. "


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