Summary
NFL legend Brett Favre suggested that Jon Gruden would be a good fit for the open head coaching position at the University of Arkansas. This comes after the Razorbacks parted ways with their former head coach, Sam Pittman. Gruden, known for his NFL success, has not coached a college team since 1991.
Key Facts
- Brett Favre thinks Jon Gruden would be a good choice for the Arkansas Razorbacks coaching job.
- The University of Arkansas recently let go of their head coach, Sam Pittman.
- Bobby Petrino will serve as interim head coach for Arkansas for the rest of the season.
- Favre praised Gruden's football knowledge and passion for coaching.
- Gruden led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a Super Bowl win in 2003.
- Gruden last coached at the college level in 1991 as a wide receivers coach.
- He has shown interest in coaching again within the Southeastern Conference (SEC).