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Steve Sarkisian buyout, contract details: How much it would cost Texas to move on amid sudden slide

The Texas Longhorns football program has faced mounting pressure after suffering back-to-back losses to unranked teams, including a late collapse against Florida that ended a promising season. Despite a strong three-year record under Steve Sarkisian—posting a 35-8 mark—Texas has yet to deliver a national championship, leaving fans and boosters questioning whether the coach can take the program to the next level.

The Longhorns' current 4-2 record and recent struggles have reignited speculation about Sarkisian’s future, especially after a new contract in 2025 locked him in through 2031 with a salary totaling over $70 million for the remaining six years. Should Texas opt to part ways with Sarkisian, the buyout clause would cost the program a staggering $50.15 million, ranking among the largest in college football history.

The financial burden underscores the high stakes for the university, which would need to be fully committed to a change rather than merely frustrated by recent setbacks.

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