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Texas Throws Kitchen Sink at Arch Manning as HC Steve Sarkisian Gives 2 Injury Updates

Texas Throws Kitchen Sink at Arch Manning as HC Steve Sarkisian Gives 2 Injury Updates

The Arch Manning hype train hit turbulence almost immediately last season. Ohio State handed him a brutal reality check, UTEP exposed more cracks, and every mistake became headline material.

Colton Vasek News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 31
Texas Has a Different Colton Vasek Plan Than It First Appeared

Texas Has a Different Colton Vasek Plan Than It First Appeared

The new Texas Longhorns defense under Will Muschamp is all about versatility. Discipline, pressure, and physicality are all major aspects of its identity.

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / August 31
Why Manning shouldn't be an overwhelming favorite to go No. 1 overall

Why Texas QB Arch Manning shouldn't be an overwhelming favorite to go No. 1 overall in 2027 NFL Draft

Manning shouldn't be the front-runner to go No. 1 overall in the 2027 NFL Draft, scheduled April 29-May 1 in Washington.

Analyst says Arch Manning, Texas have 'no excuse' not to win national title
Steve Sarkisian, Texas have a potential breakout star in freshman WR Jermaine Bishop
Texas Tech won't be losing the commitment of five-star DL Jalen Brewster
The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz
Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 31
Three Reasonable Expectations for Texas Longhorns Season Opener

Three Reasonable Expectations for Texas Longhorns Season Opener

The time for talk is finally over as the Texas Longhorns will officially kick off the season on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT versus Texas State. It’s a quick

College Volleyball News / Volleyball On SI / August 31
Players Era Volleyball Showcase: Nebraska Takes Down Texas as TCU Rolls Past UNLV

Players Era Volleyball Showcase: Nebraska Takes Down Texas as TCU Rolls Past UNLV

The inaugural Players Era Volleyball Showcase came to a close Sunday in Las Vegas, but not before the event delivered one of the most anticipated matches of the opening weeks of the college volleyball season.

Texas Longhorns News / Volleyball On SI / August 31

Texas Volleyball Loses Key Offensive Weapon to Season-Ending Knee Injury

Texas volleyball sophomore outside hitter Abby Vander Wal is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season after suffering a knee injury Saturday against TCU, head coach Jerritt Elliott confirmed following the Longhorns' match against Nebraska on Sunday.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 30
The Texas Longhorns Position Battle That Could Continue Into the Season

The Texas Longhorns Position Battle That Could Continue Into the Season

Texas approaches the start of the 2026 season with most of its depth chart settled. One spot, however, still leaves Steve Sarkisian and offensive line coach Kyle Flood some flexibility: left guard.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 30
6 Days Until Texas Football: Greatest Longhorns to Wear No. 6

6 Days Until Texas Football: Greatest Longhorns to Wear No. 6

Texas Longhorns football is nearly here. We're six days away from opening kickoff at home against Texas State. Expectations are enormously high for Steve Sarkisian's team.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 30

Star Texas RB Commit Landen Williams-Callis Goes Off in Season Opener

The Texas Longhorns have a ton of excitement surrounding their new-look running back room as the 2026 season begins next week. Along with the hiring new running backs coach Jabbar Juluke, Texas added two transfers in Hollywood Smothers (NC State) and Raleek Brown (Arizona State) while bringing in star freshman Derrek Cooper.

Colin Simmons News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 30
Colin Simmons Is Chasing Texas Football History in 2026

Colin Simmons Is Chasing Texas Football History in 2026

The Texas Longhorns' roster is stockpiled with elite talent up and down the roster and at multiple positions, paving the way for the massive expectations and projections the Longhorns face headed into the 2026 season.

Travis Shaw News / Viral Sports News / August 30
Former Texas Longhorns Bust Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Texas Longhorns Bust Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Tampa Bay waived former Texas Longhorns defensive tackle Travis Shaw on Saturday as the Buccaneers trimmed their roster ahead of the 53-man deadline. For Longhorns fans who watched Shaw’s one season in burnt orange, the news lands with a familiar shrug.

Steve Sarkisian News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 29
Steve Sarkisian Has More Ways Than Ever to Attack Defenses at Texas

Steve Sarkisian Has More Ways Than Ever to Attack Defenses at Texas

Steve Sarkisian has never needed much help finding ways to stress a defense. In 2026, however, the Texas Longhorns' head coach may have more answers at his disposal than at any point during his tenure.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 29
Multiple Former Texas Longhorns in Action During Week 0 of College Football

Multiple Former Texas Longhorns in Action During Week 0 of College Football

The Texas Longhorns are still a week away from beginning their 2026 season with a home opener in Austin against Texas State. But before the Longhorns kickoff

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 29
Biggest Overreaction Texas Longhorns Fans Should Avoid Right Now

Biggest Overreaction Texas Longhorns Fans Should Avoid Right Now

Talking season is almost over. The long and drawn-out offseason is nearly behind us. College football is about to begin. And for a team like the Texas

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 29
Texas Longhorns Have One Major Question Left After Fall Camp

Texas Longhorns Have One Major Question Left After Fall Camp

The Texas Longhorns enter the 2026 season looking to avenge last year's results after failing to reach the College Football Playoffs, despite entering the year as the overwhelming favorites to hoist the trophy.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 28
Texas' Fall Camp Offensive 'Struggles' May Actually Be a Good Sign for 2026

Texas' Fall Camp Offensive 'Struggles' May Actually Be a Good Sign for 2026

Despite all the added firepower this offseason via the transfer portal, the story of fall camp for the Texas Longhorns was the defense. Under the direction

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 28
Where Does Texas Recruiting Turn to After Missing Out on Elite 2028 Tackle?

Where Does Texas Recruiting Turn to After Missing Out on Elite 2028 Tackle?

The Texas Longhorns are nearly wrapped up with fall camp as the program looks to find its way back into the College Football Playoffs, satisfying its quest to bring a national championship back to Austin for the first time in 20 years.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 28
Texas' Running Back Rotation May Be Deeper Than Expected

Texas' Running Back Rotation May Be Deeper Than Expected

The Texas Longhorns roll into the 2026 season with a completely revamped running back room after the Longhorns' rushing attack struggled mightily a season ago.

Jermaine Bishop News / Texas Longhorns on SI / August 28

Jermaine Bishop Jr. is Creating a Difficult Decision for Texas In The Best Way

It’s not a hot take to say the Longhorns have an elite wide receiver corps.  But while Cam Coleman, Ryan Wingo and Emmett Mosley V are often the ones stealing the spotlight, a certain freshman has continued to turn heads on the practice field.

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / August 28
Analyst says Manning, Texas have ‘no excuse’ not to win national title

Analyst says Arch Manning, Texas have ‘no excuse’ not to win national title

There are going to be a lot of eyeballs on the Texas Longhorns football team this season.

Steve Sarkisian, Texas have a potential breakout star in freshman WR Jermaine Bishop
The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz
Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / August 28
Steve Sarkisian, Texas have a potential breakout star in freshman WR Jermaine Bishop

Steve Sarkisian, Texas have a potential breakout star in freshman WR Jermaine Bishop

Steve Sarkisian and the Texas Longhorns feel they have something special brewing at wide receiver. It's understandable.

Preseason mock draft has QBs going 1-2-3; history suggests that's unlikely
The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz
Texas Longhorns News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19
Art Briles reveals what changed his mind about taking the Texas job

Art Briles reveals what changed his mind about taking the Texas job

Art Briles spent 13 seasons as a college football head coach and put together a respectable 9-65 record during his time at Houston and Baylor. As it turns out, Briles admitted he almost took the Texas Longhorns job after the 2013 season, but he revealed what made him change his mind.

Trevor Goosby News / Yardbarker / August 18
All-SEC Texas tackle's status for start of season in doubt

All-SEC Texas tackle's status for start of season in doubt after practice injury

If he misses significant time, his play will be difficult to replicate.

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian isn't worried about preseason polls
Texas A&M lands Texas transfer guard Jordan Pope
How many teams in 2026 preseason Associated Press Top 25 Poll have rosters worth $40M or more?
The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / August 17
Texas A&M lands Texas transfer guard Jordan Pope

Texas A&M lands Texas transfer guard Jordan Pope

The Texas A&M Aggies have picked up a big commitment via the transfer portal. In fact, this is a massive win for head coach Bucky McMillan and his staff.

Bill Self, Kansas suffer major loss on the recruiting trail as five-star SF decommits
Miami basketball's future is bright thanks to HC Jai Lucas
The 'NCAA men's First Four teams' quiz
Steve Sarkisian News / Yardbarker / August 17
Texas HC Steve Sarkisian isn't worried about preseason polls

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian isn't worried about preseason polls

The Texas Longhorns have the talent to win it all this season.

Five takeaways from release of preseason AP Top 25 Poll
How many teams in 2026 preseason Associated Press Top 25 Poll have rosters worth $40M or more?
Ohio State No. 1, Oregon No. 2 in preseason AP Top 25 poll
The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

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