Steve Sarkisian's comments suggest rising pressure at Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 5:03 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian’s remarks regarding Indiana's football strategy raised eyebrows during a recent appearance on the 'Always College Football' podcast. Sarkisian highlighted Indiana's scheduling decisions, implying that their easier non-conference games contributed to their success last season. His comments came amid pressure following Texas' regression in performance after two College Football Playoff semifinal appearances. With expectations high, particularly after Arch Manning's struggles in early games, Sarkisian's public observations may indicate tension within the Texas program.
- •Sarkisian discussed Indiana's scheduling on 'Always College Football'.
- •He suggested teams should adopt easier non-conference schedules.
- •Texas struggled early in the season, raising concerns about their performance.
- •Criticism of the current roster builds pressure on Sarkisian as head coach.
- •Expectations are high after previous semifinal appearances.
- 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Sarkisian’s Indiana remarks may be the clearest sign yet of pressure at Texas
"Steve Sarkisian’s comments about Indiana felt oddly revealing. They may say far more about the pressure at Texas than anything happening in Bloomington.
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