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Steve Sarkisian previews Texas football matchup against Ohio State

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Steve Sarkisian previews Texas football matchup against Ohio State
Summary

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian addressed the media on Monday to discuss the upcoming college football game against Ohio State. The contest is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET this Saturday in Austin. During his weekly press conference, Sarkisian offered praise for the Buckeyes, specifically noting the performance of Jeremiah Smith and the quality of the Ohio State coaching staff. This matchup marks the third consecutive year the two programs have met, with Ohio State having won the previous two encounters. The game is viewed as a significant factor in the College Football Playoff for the current season. Both teams enter the week coming off successful openings to their respective schedules.

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  • •Texas hosts Ohio State in Austin at 7:30 p.m. ET this Saturday.
  • •Ohio State won both previous meetings between the teams over the last two years.
  • •Sarkisian cited Jeremiah Smith and the Ohio State coaching staff as primary areas of focus.
  • •This game is considered influential for post-season positioning.
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Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian met with the media to preview the massive matchup with Ohio State. Watch and hear his weekly press conference.

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