Arkansas Hires Ryan Silverfield to Lead Razorbacks Program
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FAYETTEVILLE, The University of Arkansas hired Ryan Silverfield as its 35th head football coach Sunday, the school announced. He replaces Sam Pittman, who was fired in September after a 2-3 start, and interim Bobby Petrino, who lost seven games. Silverfield, promoted at Memphis in December 2019, compiled a 50-25 record, led Memphis to consecutive double-digit win seasons and four bowl victories, and finished 8-4 in 2025. Memphis athletic director Ed Scott confirmed Silverfield's departure Nov. 30 and named Reggie Howard interim. Reports say Silverfield signed a five-year contract worth about $33.5 million. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
FAYETTEVILLE, The University of Arkansas hired Ryan Silverfield as its 35th head football coach Sunday, the school announced. He replaces Sam Pittman, who was fired in September after a 2-3 start, and interim Bobby Petrino, who lost seven games. Silverfield, promoted at Memphis in December 2019, compiled a 50-25 record, led Memphis to consecutive double-digit win seasons and four bowl victories, and finished 8-4 in 2025. Memphis athletic director Ed Scott confirmed Silverfield's departure Nov. 30 and named Reggie Howard interim. Reports say Silverfield signed a five-year contract worth about $33.5 million. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. 2016 — Ryan Silverfield joins the University of Memphis staff.
- 2. December 2019 — Silverfield is promoted to Memphis head coach after Mike Norvell's departure.
- 3. 2023–2024 — Silverfield leads Memphis to consecutive double-digit win seasons and bowl victories.
- 4. September 2025 — Arkansas fires Sam Pittman; Bobby Petrino serves as interim and loses remaining games.
- 5. Nov. 30, 2025 — Memphis AD confirms Silverfield's departure; Arkansas announces Silverfield as head coach and names Reggie Howard interim.
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