More Petrino - ESPN reports that Petrino spoke to the Falcons about a desire to return to the college ranks. Petrino wanted a chance to coach in the Southeastern Conference. Arkansas looked like a good fit.

I complained about this earlier after Jim Grobe backtracked to stay at Wake Forest. Grobe not only turned down Arkansas, he turned down an opportunity to coach in the SEC. The Razorbacks do not need a coach that shies away from that kind of situation. The upside on Petrino is that he is hungry, and he wants to coach in a tough conference. He has clearly examined the big picture. He realizes what the hardscrabble SEC can do for him. The SEC is a positive selling point, not a detriment. Plus, Petrino acts like he really wants to be at Arkansas, which is another pro for hiring him.