Breaking News: Texas Longhorns football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian has been fired due to…see more

In a stunning turn of events, Steve Sarkisian has been relieved of his duties as the head coach of the Texas Longhorns football team. The decision comes amid a disappointing 2024 season that saw the Longhorns fall short of expectations, and follows mounting tensions between the coaching staff and the athletic administration. Sarkisian, who took over the program in 2021, had hoped to revitalize the once-powerful Texas football program, but despite some flashes of brilliance, the team has struggled to achieve consistent success during his tenure.

The firing was confirmed late Friday afternoon by Texas Athletics Director Chris Del Conte, who issued a brief statement thanking Sarkisian for his efforts but ultimately stating that a change was necessary for the future of the program. “We appreciate Coach Sarkisian’s hard work and dedication to the University of Texas, but after careful evaluation, we believe that a new direction is needed to return the Longhorns to national prominence,” Del Conte said in the release.

Sarkisian, who came to Texas after successful stints as offensive coordinator at Alabama and USC, had high expectations placed on him from the start. However, the Longhorns have failed to live up to those expectations, culminating in a disappointing 7-5 record this season, with several key losses to rivals and underperforming teams in the Big 12 Conference.

Despite recruiting some of the top talent in the nation, the Longhorns’ offense has often struggled to find rhythm, and their defense has been plagued by inconsistency. Sarkisian’s inability to adapt to the changing dynamics of college football, particularly in terms of game management and in-game adjustments, led to increasing frustration among fans, alumni, and key boosters.

The announcement of Sarkisian’s firing also comes at a critical juncture for Texas football, as the program prepares to transition to the SEC in 2025. The pressure to be competitive in one of college football’s toughest conferences will require a fresh leadership approach, and the Longhorns hope to find a coach capable of navigating that challenge.

As for Sarkisian, sources close to the coach suggest that he plans to take some time away from the game before pursuing other opportunities, though his tenure in Austin will likely be remembered for unfulfilled potential and missed opportunities.