Breaking News: Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian to Take Over at Alabama
In a development that has sent shockwaves through college football, Steve Sarkisian, head coach of the Texas Longhorns, is officially leaving the program to become the new head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide. Sarkisian, who previously served as Alabama’s offensive coordinator from 2019 to 2020, has been offered the position following Nick Saban’s retirement announcement earlier this month.
The news comes at a time when Sarkisian had just begun to turn the Longhorns into a competitive powerhouse, with the team making significant strides in the Big 12 and poised to contend in the SEC next season. Fans and analysts alike were optimistic about Texas’s trajectory under his leadership. However, the opportunity to lead the Crimson Tide, a program synonymous with dominance in college football, was reportedly too good for Sarkisian to pass up.
Alabama Athletic Director Greg Byrne released a statement confirming Sarkisian’s hiring, stating, “Steve is a proven leader with a championship pedigree. He knows what it takes to succeed at the highest level, and we are thrilled to welcome him back to Tuscaloosa.”
Meanwhile, Texas is left scrambling to find a replacement, with Athletic Director Chris Del Conte acknowledging the urgency of the situation. “We respect Steve’s decision and thank him for everything he’s done for Texas football,” Del Conte said. “The search for a new head coach will begin immediately.”
Players and fans have expressed mixed emotions, with some wishing Sarkisian well while others feel betrayed by the timing of his departure. With Alabama poised for another era of success and Texas left in transition, the decision underscores the high-stakes nature of college football coaching.
The Crimson Tide will officially introduce Sarkisian at a press conference next week, marking the dawn of a new era in Tuscaloosa.
