Arkansas Razorbacks head coach Sam Pittman has officially been named the 2025 MFC (Midwest Football Conference) College Coach of the Year, defeating top-tier finalists including Deion Sanders (Colorado), Chris Klieman (Kansas State), and Brent Brennan (Arizona).
Pittman’s recognition follows a remarkable season in Fayetteville. In his fifth year at the helm, he oversaw the Razorbacks through one of their most disciplined and hard‑fought campaigns in recent memory—culminating in a Liberty Bowl victory to cap off a strong rebound season . The team’s resiliency and growth were on full display, earning national attention within the ultra‑competitive SEC.
The MFC committee spotlighted Pittman’s standout ability to develop talent, overcome injuries, and foster a cohesive culture—even against NIL challenges and roster turnover. Under his guidance, Arkansas pitchers? excuse me—tight end… players, sorry, players flourished both on and off the field, and the win over Texas Tech in the Liberty Bowl marked the program’s first New Year’s Day bowl win since 2000 ().
What makes Pittman’s accomplishment even more impressive is the prestigious field he outpaced. Despite attention-grabbing resumes like “Coach Prime” Sanders, Pittman’s steady leadership rooted in grit, hard work, and team-building became impossible to ignore.