Steve Sarkisian news
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The gist
Steve Sarkisian's Texas Longhorns are set to face Ohio State after Arch Manning's season debut.
The matchup is the early measuring stick for Texas' season and Sarkisian's offense.
Background
Texas opened its season with Arch Manning at quarterback, and head coach Steve Sarkisian publicly reviewed that debut ahead of a high-profile non-conference game against Ohio State. Sarkisian held a media availability on Sept. 10, 2026, two days before the game, while Texas recruiting coverage also tied him to a final push for recruit Easton Royal. The Ohio State game dominates discussion because it is Texas' biggest early-season test.
How it unfolded
- Sep 5, 2026Steve Sarkisian breaks down Arch Manning's season debut ahead of the Ohio State matchup.
- Sep 8, 2026Texas recruiting coverage frames the Ohio State game as the Longhorns' final swing at recruit Easton Royal.
- Sep 10, 2026Sarkisian holds media availability to preview the Ohio State game.
- Sep 11, 2026On Texas Football previews Texas vs. Ohio State, noting Ohio State pass rusher Q Rousaw is eligible and expected to play and that CBS Sports reports Derek Cooper is a game-time decision.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- On Texas Football's Rod Babers said he is unsure either squad will be able to run the ball consistently, and raised the possibility the teams meet again in the playoffs.
Still unverified
The report that CBS Sports lists Derek Cooper as a game-time decision, and the eligibility status of Ohio State pass rusher Q Rousaw, come from a single preview show and are not confirmed elsewhere in the material.