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Paul Finebaum criticizes Sarkisian's handling of Arch Manning at Texas

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Paul Finebaum criticizes Sarkisian's handling of Arch Manning at Texas

Summary

ESPN's Paul Finebaum has criticized Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian for his management of quarterback Arch Manning. Following back-to-back losses, including a home defeat to Florida, Finebaum described Sarkisian's approach as 'embarrassing' and detrimental to Manning's development. He expressed concern that Manning might regret his decision to play for Sarkisian. Texas, seeking to rebound, faces the No. 7 Ole Miss Rebels next week, with pressure mounting as the Longhorns aim for the College Football Playoff.

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By the Numbers

•Texas is 1-2 in their last three games.
•Finebaum questions Sarkisian's play-calling abilities.
•Manning's performance has raised concerns among analysts.
•Texas will play Ole Miss next Saturday.

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8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Paul Finebaum blasts ‘absolute arrogance’ of Steve Sarkisian: ‘It’s embarrassing what you’ve done to Arch Manning’

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The Texas Longhorns football program is in freefall, and ESPN’s Paul Finebaum is done with head coach Steve Sarkisian. Texas appeared to be back (for real) after defeating then-No. 1 Ohio State and supplanting them as the nation’s top team. However, after barely surviving against Tennessee, Oklahoma took them down last week, and Florida beat…
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