Chris Fowler defends Holly Rowe amid controversy over AI video
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Following the Texas Longhorns' 21-point fourth quarter against Ohio State, a controversy arose due to an AI-generated video depicting Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian hitting ESPN reporter Holly Rowe. Sarkisian's brief postgame interaction with Rowe led to criticism and laughter from reporters, including quarterback Arch Manning, who later apologized. ESPN's Chris Fowler expressed support for Rowe in an Instagram video, condemning the use of AI for depicting violence against her. He also called for apologies from those who laughed at the situation, emphasizing the need for respect and kindness in the industry.
- •Texas Longhorns scored 21 unanswered points to defeat Ohio State.
- •Arch Manning faced backlash for laughing at the AI video.
- •Chris Fowler defended Holly Rowe and condemned the AI portrayal.
- •Sarkisian's postgame interaction was brief amid technical issues.
- •Manning issued a public apology to Rowe.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Chris Fowler defends Holly Rowe, demands apology from reporters who laughed about AI video
"Last Saturday night, the Texas Longhorns scored 21 unanswered fourth-quarter points to upset the Ohio State Buckeyes. The Longhorns secured the most impressive win of the young college football season and swiped the No. 1 designation from the Buckeyes. Nobody has talked about that this week because some loser used AI to generate a video…
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