Steve Sarkisian Firmly Denies Leaving Texas, Addresses NFL Rumors
texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian emphatically stated Wednesday he has no intention of leaving teh program, directly refuting recent speculation about his future. He called the reports “absolutely false and untrue,” explaining he felt compelled to address the rumors due to their impact on the team and the university.
The need for clarification arose following comments made by ESPN analyst Desmond Howard, who suggested a potential “mutual parting of ways” between Sarkisian and Texas at season’s end. Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte quickly dismissed Howard’s assessment on social media, stating it was “news to me.”
This isn’t the first time Sarkisian’s name has surfaced in connection with professional football.Last month, his agents, Jimmy Sexton and Ed Marynowitz, disputed a report indicating they had gauged NFL interest on his behalf.
Sarkisian himself was direct and unequivocal in his denial. “I’ve had no discussions, not with my agent, not with the university, not with any other school, not with any NFL team, about ever going anywhere else,” he asserted. “I came here to win championships.”
Recent Challenges & long-Term Commitment
The Longhorns entered the 2025 season with championship aspirations, holding the No.1 ranking. Though, three losses, including a recent setback against Georgia, have dropped them to No. 17 in the College Football Playoff rankings.
Despite the recent struggles,Sarkisian’s commitment to Texas appears deeply rooted. He highlighted his family’s connection to the university, noting two of his children currently attend Texas, with another possibly enrolling next year.
Here’s a look at Sarkisian’s tenure at Texas:
* Overall Record: 45-20
* CFP appearances: two consecutive seasons
* Big 12 Title: 2023
* Current Contract: Through 2031, with a $10.8 million salary for the current season.
Sarkisian’s previous NFL experience includes serving as the offensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons in 2017-2018 and as the Oakland Raiders’ quarterbacks coach in 2004. However, he maintains his focus remains squarely on the Longhorns.
Ultimately, Sarkisian urged anyone with questions about his future to contact him or athletic director chris Del Conte directly. He wants to ensure accurate details is readily available and to reaffirm his dedication to the University of Texas.
If you’re a Longhorns fan, you can rest assured that your head coach is fully committed to building a championship program in austin.
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