Steve Sarkisian faces speculation about NFL interest as Texas football season approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
With 32 days until the start of the Texas football season, discussions around head coach Steve Sarkisian's future have intensified. Reports suggest that Sarkisian may be under pressure to lead Texas to the College Football Playoff (CFP) or risk losing his job. Interest from NFL franchises has been a recurring topic, and there are indications that a successful season could increase his chances of being hired at the next level. Sarkisian's tenure at Texas has seen significant improvement, including two CFP semifinal appearances, but maintaining that success is crucial for his job security this season. The outlook remains mixed with experts suggesting that he is likely to remain at Texas beyond this season regardless of outcomes.
- •Texas football season starts in 32 days.
- •Speculation about Sarkisian's NFL interest is growing.
- •Sarkisian needs a strong season to avoid job loss.
- •He's led Texas to two CFP semifinal appearances.
- •Sarkisian's tenure includes rebuilding a struggling program.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Hot Take Tuesday - Will Sarkisian go to NFL?
"We are 32 days from Texas football and the Sarkisian hot seat talk has reached a high. For today's take, NFL Sark is more likely than fired Sark.
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