How to Right the Ship in Fayetville

The University of Arkansas Razorbacks Football Program is not sinking; you can almost accurately say it is sunk! The hire of John L Smith was not the saving grace the school was hoping and now the school is looking like the worst, which it is, team in the SEC. But, how can the ship be saved, or at the very least, the passengers (fans and players) be saved. Well, it means swift actions are needed to regain the confidence of the fans and players. This could come through several ways, but one of those ways is not firing John L Smith. Firing Smith would simply add to the load already on the team. However, a more open and aggressive search for a permanent head coach. This needs to be spear headed by aggressive pursuit of top coaching candadites. My primary focus would be on defensive minded coaches. Alabama's Kirby Smart would be on the top of my list. Charie Strong of Louisville, James Franklin of Vanderbilt could be a long shot, Todd Grantham of Georgia, and John Chavis of LSU are just a few names to consider. Now, a new coach for the future is only the beginning. You must prove to your fans that this will be a one time deal. This comes from a strong push in bringing in good solid recruits. Arkansas has the chance still to compete on the national level and that must be used to draw in national level talent. Do not let Nick Saban and Alabama just have their choice from the top recruits. These are just a few steps that should be taken to ensure that the Razorback Football program won't make this type of season a habit. Though this season cannot be salavged in any other form than perhaps pride, the future of the team can be protected if the school acts quickly and aggressively.