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Steve Sarkisian Breaks Down the Evolution of Texas Star Colin Simmons

On Thursday, the Texas Longhorns will get their chance in front of the media for SEC Media Days as Steve Sarkisian, along with quarterback Arch Manning, edge rusher Colin Simmons and left tackle Trevor Goosby, talk all things Texas heading into the 2026 season.

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Steve Sarkisian Goes to Bat For Arch Manning Amid 'Disrespectful Criticism' in 2025

It's safe to say that Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning has been one of the more polarizing figures in college football since well before the start of the 2025 season.

College Football News / EasySportz / July 23

Colin Simmons Makes Surprising Admission About Arch Manning

Texas star edge rusher Colin Simmons may have unintentionally given opposing fan bases a little extra motivation. Asked about the toughest environment he’s has played in, Simmons didn’t point to LSU, Alabama, Georgia or any other SEC stadium.

Steve Sarkisian News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 23

Texas Longhorns Depth Chart After Surprise Addition of John Meredith III

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian delivered some surprising news at SEC Media Days on Thursday in Tampa. Sarkisian announced that 2027 five-star cornerback and Texas commit John Meredith III has reclassified to 2026, allowing him to join the team's roster for the upcoming season.

College Football News / ESPN / July 23

Texas seeing 'different side of Arch' in offseason...

Texas quarterback Arch Manning spent his offseason getting healthy, but he also added a key intangible to his game - taking ownership of the team.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 23

Steve Sarkisian Doesn't Hold Back on Parker Livingstone After Move to Oklahoma

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian is making it clear how he feels toward Parker Livingstone after his decision to join the Oklahoma Sooners. The former Texas wide receiver hit the portal this offseason and joined the Longhorns' heated rivals in a move that shocked many fans.

Texas Longhorns News / A to Z Sports / July 23

Texas Longhorns 2026 recruiting class gets a massive boost ahead of fall camp, and it’s a move we should have seen coming

After an unfortunate turn of events impacting his high school season, the Texas Longhorns get a huge boost for 2026. Recruiting has taken an interesting turn in the last few years.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 23

John Meredith III Reclassifies to 2026, Will Join Texas Roster This Season

The Texas Longhorns have received massive news ahead of the 2026 college football season. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian told reporters Thursday at SEC Media Days that five-star 2027 cornerback John Meredith III is reclassifying to 2026 and will join the Longhorns for the upcoming season as a true freshman.

Steve Sarkisian News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 23

Steve Sarkisian Lays Out Texas Longhorns' Fall Camp Goals

With fall camp just weeks away from beginning, Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian already has goals for what he wants to achieve. Some see fall camp as the weeks of practice that finalize the depth chart, marking the end of most position battles.

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / July 23

Saban outlines why Manning has what it takes to lead Texas to title

Nick Saban outlines why Arch Manning has what it takes to lead Texas to national championship in 2026

The Longhorns narrowly missed the College Football Playoff during a 10-3 2025 season.

Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss ranked as top QB, but most NFL Draft gurus still prefer Texas' Arch Manning

Nick Saban has a favorite for Alabama's QB competition

Nick Saban names biggest issue facing HC Kalen DeBoer, Alabama

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 23

How Will Muschamp Will Put A Stop To the SEC's Most Popular Offense

Amongst a sea of moves that the Texas Longhorns made this offseason, they hired long-time SEC coach Will Muschamp to be their defensive coordinator. His first task is a daunting one, as the Longhorns have championship expectations in his first season with the team.

Steve Sarkisian News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 23

The Recruiting Trend That Shows Texas Football Has Changed Under Steve Sarkisian

The Texas Longhorns are one of the biggest brands in the sports world. Whether public perception of the program is that they are the good guys or the root of all evil, remains in the eye of the beholder.

Arch Manning News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 23

New SEC Head Coach Can't Say Enough About Texas QB Arch Manning

It appears the Texas Longhorns football program is going to be the main event of another college football season. Just like last summer, the Longhorns are getting a ton of praise.

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / July 22

Texas' Steve Sarkisian rips the state of college football

Steve Sarkisian rips the state of college football: 'We're living in a lawless society'

It's just topsy-turvy, and Sarkisian lamented the state of things.

Alabama star set to graduate at 19; is he on the fast track to 2027 NFL Draft?

Nick Saban has a favorite for Alabama's QB competition

Kalen DeBoer, Alabama under fire for lack of toughness in post-Saban era

Ole Miss HC Pete Golding has no ill will toward LSU HC Lane Kiffin

Marcus Freeman shares update about Notre Dame future amid NFL rumors

Cole Hutson News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 22

Texas Longhorns Receive Major Update on Eligibility of OL Cole Hutson

The Texas Longhorns have been a major topic during SEC Media Days this week. Many questions have been asked about quarterback Arch Manning and how other teams see their matchup with the Longhorns this season.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 22

Big 12 AD Claims Longhorn Network Actually Saved The Conference

To say that the Longhorn Network was polarizing among college football fans, especially those of other Big 12 programs, would be an understatement. Launched in 2011, the Texas Longhorns gained a one-of-a-kind monopoly in the college football landscape, with the Longhorn Network serving as a 24/7 channel strictly for University of Texas athletics.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 22

Texas Football's Updated Roster Shows New Team Identity in 2026

Football season is right around the corner. SEC media days are underway, fall camp is approaching, and before you know it, the Texas Longhorns will kick off their season against Texas State on September 5th.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 22

Projecting the Texas Longhorns' Week 1 Starting Lineup Before Fall Camp

The Texas Longhorns are coming into the 2026 season with arguably the best roster in all of college football. Thanks to a masterful transfer portal haul

Arch Manning News / Yardbarker / July 21

Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss ranked as top QB, but most NFL Draft gurus still prefer Texas' Arch Manning

College Football insiders and NFL Draft gurus once again disagree on quarterbacks.

Arch Manning hit with brutal spot in The Athletic's QB rankings

What Texas needs out of Arch Manning to make CFP title game

Five impactful SEC newcomers: LSU safety, Texas RB among those set to shake up the conference

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 21

This Texas Longhorns Player Could Quietly Decide the 2026 Season

While many Texas Longhorns fans were probably not watching the FCS National Championship game between Montana State and the surprise Illinois State back

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / July 21

Ranking Texas Football's 10 Most Important Players for the 2026 Season

The Texas Longhorns have one of the most talented rosters in college football headed into the 2026 season, but it's about putting it all together in order to bring the program back to its championship-level prominence.

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / July 21

Arch Manning hit with brutal spot in The Athletic's QB rankings

Despite a slow start to last season, Manning continues to carry a ton of hype. But one outlet ranked him surprisingly low on its list of top college quarterbacks.

Five impactful SEC newcomers: LSU safety, Texas RB among those set to shake up the conference

What Texas needs out of Arch Manning to make CFP title game

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / July 20

What Texas needs out of Arch Manning to make CFP title game

The Texas Longhorns have to feel like they've put together a team that can win it all this season. At the very least, they're going to be one of the top contenders in college football.

Josh Heupel already trying to fire up Tennessee for Lane Kiffin's late-season invasion

Kentucky HC Will Stein feeling confident heading into first season in Lexington

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey didn't shy away from rumors of break with NCAA

Why Missouri doesn't have to rush back RB Ahmad Hardy

Five impactful SEC newcomers: LSU safety, Texas RB among those set to shake up the conference

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

Texas Longhorns News / Viral Sports News / July 18

Former Texas Longhorns Coach Has Reportedly Died

Leon Fuller, a legendary figure in Texas football whose influence stretched across playing fields and sidelines for nearly four decades, passed away Thursday at his home in Austin, Texas.