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Big changes needed at Texas with former No. 1 Longhorns in freefall

The Texas Longhorns are facing a critical juncture under head coach Steve Sarkisian, as a pair of consecutive losses—including a 27-24 defeat to unranked Florida—has exposed deep flaws in the program’s offensive strategy and quarterback play. Despite a commanding 17-3 first-half lead, Texas’s inability to sustain momentum and a lackluster offensive performance have derailed their playoff aspirations, with their chances now at just 43% according to projections.

The team’s struggles come as they prepare to face a challenging stretch of SEC opponents, including Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Missouri, and LSU, all ranked in the top 25. With Arch Manning’s performance failing to meet expectations and the offense failing to live up to its potential, Sarkisian must make tough decisions—including whether to rethink his play-calling approach and Manning’s starting role—before the season slips further out of reach.

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