Colin Simmons celebrates sack with controversial gesture in Texas win

Texas defensive end Colin Simmons attracted attention for a profane celebration after sacking Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon during the game on September 26. Coach Steve Sarkisian criticized the celebration, emphasizing it was a poor football decision and resulted in an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. Despite the controversy, Simmons delivered a stellar performance overall, tying the Texas single-game record with five sacks. The Longhorns edged out the Volunteers 20-17, narrowly holding on after failing to recover an onside kick in the closing moments.

• 8:43 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Sarkisian describes Colin Simmons' profane celebration in 3 words