Steve Sarkisian addresses postgame controversy involving Holly Rowe and Arch Manning
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:29 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian provided clarification regarding his postgame interaction with ESPN's Holly Rowe, following a comeback victory over Ohio State. He expressed regret for not participating in the interview, citing a desire to celebrate with his team. Additionally, Sarkisian acknowledged a situation involving quarterback Arch Manning, who faced backlash for joking about a concerning AI-generated video. Sarkisian stated that Manning recognizes his mistake and has apologized to Rowe. The Longhorns will host UTSA at home on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET.
- •Sarkisian ditched Rowe for postgame interview after Ohio State win.
- •He regrets not waiting for the interview and prioritizing team celebration.
- •Manning joked about an AI video and has since apologized to Rowe.
- •Sarkisian emphasized the team's values regarding violence against women.
- •Texas plays UTSA on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET.
- 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Sarkisian breaks silence on snubbing Holly Rowe, Arch Manning's reaction to AI video
- 5:21 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Sarkisian explains why he spurned Holly Rowe, ESPN interview
- 5:02 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Sarkisian breaks silence over Holly Rowe/Arch Manning Texas controversies
"Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian revealed his side of the story following a controversial interaction with ESPN's Holly Rowe.
"We've finally heard from Steve Sarkisian over the Holly Rowe and Arch Manning Texas controversies.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 5:29 PMSteve Sarkisian breaks silence on snubbing Holly Rowe, Arch Manning's reaction to AI video
Here's what Sarkisian had to say.
- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 5:21 PMSteve Sarkisian explains why he spurned Holly Rowe, ESPN interview
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian revealed his side of the story following a controversial interaction with ESPN's Holly Rowe.
- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 5:02 PMSteve Sarkisian breaks silence over Holly Rowe/Arch Manning Texas controversies
We've finally heard from Steve Sarkisian over the Holly Rowe and Arch Manning Texas controversies.
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