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Steve Sarkisian says Tennessee's injuries prove Texas isn't 'soft'

Top-ranked Texas held off a fierce challenge from fourteenth-ranked Tennessee on Saturday, escaping enemy territory with a narrow three-point victory. Longhorns leader Steve Sarkisian used his postgame press conference to address critics who previously labeled his roster as lacking physical toughness, pointing to the high number of injuries sustained by the opposition as proof to the contrary.

During the contest, Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon briefly departed due to an apparent shoulder issue, while teammate Xavier Gilliam also exited early with physical ailments. Meanwhile, the victorious defensive unit racked up ten sacks, featuring a record-tying performance by Collin Simmons with five takedowns.

Following this road triumph, the program enters a bye week prior to their upcoming matchup against Oklahoma.

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