Dan Mullen firmly dismisses any interest in the Arkansas coaching vacancy, while simultaneously suggesting that the Razorbacks should consider bringing Gus Malzahn on board. It’s a statement that immediately grabs attention—especially since Mullen’s name has been floating around as a potential candidate during the early stages of the coaching carousel, which is already beginning to turn. But here’s where it gets interesting: Mullen made it very clear that he has no plans to leave UNLV anytime soon, emphasizing his commitment with a clear and unequivocal message.
Mullen took to X (formerly Twitter) on Friday to state that he has “0.0 interest” in the Arkansas head coaching position. Despite the rumors linking him to the job, he was quick to clarify his intentions, reaffirming his dedication to the Rebels, who are currently enjoying a 6-0 record in his first season leading the team.
However, Mullen didn’t stop there. He also used the platform to endorse a different candidate—Florida State’s offensive coordinator, Gus Malzahn—as the ideal choice for Arkansas. In his words, after a clip surfaced of reporter Mike Irwin hinting at Mullen’s potential interest, the coach responded with a sharp, straightforward message: “0.0 interest in Arkansas. Thanks for the shout out though. Y’all need to hire Gus Malzahn.”
This statement is more than just a dismissal; it’s a bold endorsement and a subtle move to influence the coaching conversation. It also raises questions about the ongoing coaching carousel and whether Mullen’s public stance is just a temporary stance or a definitive decision.
Stay tuned, because as the coaching season heats up, stories like this are sure to evolve—and it’s worth asking: is Mullen really out of the Arkansas picture, or is there more behind the scenes? And what does this say about his true intentions moving forward? The coaching world loves a good plot twist, and this story might just be getting started.
