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Frustrated Steve Sarkisian says Texas to 'evaluate everything' after Florida collapse

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian announced the program will 'evaluate everything' following a 27-24 upset loss to Florida on October 17, 2026, in Austin. The defeat marked the Longhorns’ second consecutive game without a win, dropping their season record to 4-2 and raising serious questions about their College Football Playoff aspirations.

Sarkisian, whose contract extends through 2031 with a salary exceeding $70 million, expressed frustration after the loss.

Florida’s victory was built on a fourth-quarter rally, during which the Gators scored 24 unanswered points to erase a 14-point deficit. The comeback was led by quarterback Tramell Jones Jr., who made his first career start and threw two touchdown passes to Lacota Dippre, while Jadan Baugh added a fourth-quarter score to seal the upset.

Texas, meanwhile, struggled offensively, with quarterback Arch Manning fumbling late in the game and finishing the contest without a strong performance. The Longhorns’ defensive end Colin Simmons also left the game with an injury.

The loss to Florida, a road upset against the No. 7-ranked Texas Longhorns, deepens Texas’ early-season struggles.

The program’s playoff hopes now hinge on a swift turnaround, though the consecutive defeats and Sarkisian’s stated intent to 'evaluate everything' suggest internal scrutiny will precede any on-field adjustments. With a $50.15 million buyout clause in Sarkisian’s contract, the stakes for the Longhorns’ leadership are as high as ever, both on and off the field.

This report also draws on coverage from CBS Sports.

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