Arkansas Brings In John L. Smith for a Tryout

When John L. Smith left Louisville to take over at Michigan State, the Cardinals hired Bobby Petrino to take his place. Arkansas has decided -- that for 2012 at least -- turn about is fair play.

Smith was given a 10-month contract worth $850,000 to guide the Razorbacks through the upcoming season, giving the program a sense of continuity while also providing Smith with a chance to win the job permanently. Smith has been the special teams coach at Arkansas for the past three seasons.