Texas Longhorns’ Steve Sarkisian Earns Major Praise From Other College Coaches
Steve Sarkisian, head coach of the Texas Longhorns football team, has garnered significant recognition from his peers in the college football community. His leadership, strategic acumen, and ability to develop talent have been lauded by fellow coaches, analysts, and former players alike.(matchglobalnews.com
Sarkisian’s journey to Texas was marked by a series of successful coaching stints. Before taking the helm at Texas, he served as the offensive coordinator at Alabama, where he played a pivotal role in the development of quarterbacks like Tua Tagovailoa, Mac Jones, and Bryce Young. His expertise in quarterback development earned him the moniker “quarterback whisperer” among his peers. An anonymous coach remarked, “In Sarkisian, you’ve got a quarterback whisperer.” This reputation was further solidified during his tenure at USC, where he also made significant contributions to the program’s offensive strategies. (SI)
Since his arrival at Texas, Sarkisian has been instrumental in revitalizing the Longhorns’ football program. Under his guidance, Texas secured the Big 12 Championship in 2024, marking their first conference title since 2009. The team’s performance in the College Football Playoff further underscored the effectiveness of Sarkisian’s coaching. He was subsequently honored with the NCAA Football Coach of the Year award for the 2024 season. (matchglobalnews.com)
His coaching philosophy emphasizes a balanced approach, integrating a potent offense with a resilient defense. This holistic strategy has been credited with the team’s success and has drawn comparisons to other top-tier programs. An anonymous coach noted, “Steve went to Alabama and soaked in the Saban way and adapted his personality to his player development, to his system, to his practices. He’s made Texas a more physical operation. They really played like an SEC team last year.” (SI)
Sarkisian’s prowess extends beyond game-day strategies; his recruiting efforts have been exemplary. He has successfully attracted top-tier talent to Texas, including quarterback Quinn Ewers, who transferred from Ohio State, and highly-touted recruits like Arch Manning. These acquisitions have bolstered the team’s depth and competitive edge. Analyst JD PicKell highlighted Sarkisian’s impact, stating, “We talk about Texas as being a contender in the SEC… We’re not talking about potential anymore for Texas. We’re talking about adding on to what they did a season ago.” (SI, SI)
The respect Sarkisian commands among his colleagues is evident. His ability to adapt, innovate, and lead has set a benchmark in college football coaching. As the Longhorns prepare for their inaugural season in the SEC, the foundation Sarkisian has established positions Texas as a formidable force in the conference.
