Steve Sarkisian raises concerns over SEC's nine-game scheduling plan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 4:44 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian expressed challenges regarding the SEC's proposal for a nine-game conference schedule following a victory that put the Longhorns back in contention for the SEC title game. Sarkisian noted that the added game exacerbates physical tolls on players and complicates health management ahead of the College Football Playoff aspirations. While Texas is focused on overcoming injuries, the broader implications of the SEC's scheduling changes remain a contentious subject among coaches in the conference.
- •Texas recently defeated No. 7 Ole Miss.
- •Sarkisian raised concerns about player health with nine conference games.
- •Longhorns aim for both the SEC Championship and a playoff spot.
- •Sarkisian indicates injuries are a widespread issue in the conference.
- 4:44 AMYahoo Sports — Texas HC Steve Sarkisian still has big issues with SEC going to 9 conference games
"Texas football created new momentum following its takedown of No. 7 Ole Miss . That victory catapulted the Longhorns back into the SEC title game race. But coach Steve Sarkisian still has a bone to pick with the conference. More so on the scheduling front, with the nine-game vision still a major topic. Sarkisian said that he and the other 16 SEC […] The post Texas HC Steve Sarkisian still has big issues with SEC going to 9 conference games appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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