Steve Sarkisian agrees to Texas contract extension after declining NFL interviews

Steve Sarkisian agrees to Texas contract extension after declining NFL interviews

Steve Sarkisian parlayed back-to-back College Football Playoff semifinal appearances into an extension — and not another job.

The Texas head coach has reportedly stiff-armed interest from the NFL and agreed on a contract extension that will keep him in Austin.

According to several reports, one more year will be tacked on to a contract that will run through the 2031 season.

ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported that the agreement comes with a “significant” raise to help make him one of the highest-paid coaches in college football.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian before the College Football Playoff semifinal against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium.
Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian before the College Football Playoff semifinal against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

Sarkisian might have generated legitimate interest from the NFL after a pair of 10-win seasons and a Cotton Bowl loss to Ohio State. 

According to the Action Network, Sarkisian declined interviews with two NFL teams and did not formally meet with any team.

“The fact Sarkisian didn’t take any NFL interviews shows his buy-in and commitment to the University of Texas,” a source told the Action Network.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian makes his way to compete against Kentucky Wildcats on a NCAA college football game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov 24, 2024.
Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian makes his way to compete against Kentucky Wildcats on a NCAA college football game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, Texas, Saturday, Nov 24, 2024. Ricardo B. Brazziell/American-Statesman / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

It is not clear which teams wanted to speak with Sarkisian, and an interview with the Cowboys would have presented a fascinating dilemma for football fans in Texas.

Regardless, he apparently decided his future was brighter with Arch Manning, who will take over for Quinn Ewers as Ewers enters the draft.

Sarkisian, who is known as an offensive guru, does have NFL experience, having served as Raiders quarterbacks coach and Falcons offensive coordinator.

But he will return for a fifth season with Texas owning a 38-17 record during his tenure.

Related Posts

Texans’ Kris Boyd shoves coach after taking penalty in wild start to Chiefs matchup

Texans’ Kris Boyd shoves coach after taking penalty in wild start to Chiefs matchup

No one had a busier opening kickoff — or a worse opening kickoff — in the Texans-Chiefs game than Kris Boyd. At the onset of the AFC…

Jason Kelce reveals brother Travis’ childhood nickname ahead of Chiefs-Texans playoff game

Jason Kelce reveals brother Travis’ childhood nickname ahead of Chiefs-Texans playoff game

Jason Kelce revealed his brother Travis’ self-given childhood nickname ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs game against the Houston Texans. The former Philadelphia Eagles star, now an…

Jason Kelce arrives to work on brother Travis’ Chiefs-Texans playoff game for ESPN

Jason Kelce arrives to work on brother Travis’ Chiefs-Texans playoff game for ESPN

Travis Kelce’s girlfriend isn’t the only loved one the Kansas City Chiefs star will have at Saturday’s playoffs game against the visiting Houston Texans.  In his capacity…

BREAKING NEWSTravis Kelce arrives for Chiefs-Texans playoff game with Taylor Swift already there to support him

BREAKING NEWSTravis Kelce arrives for Chiefs-Texans playoff game with Taylor Swift already there to support him

Travis Kelce has arrived at Arrowhead Stadium ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs’ first playoff game of the season against the Houston Texans. The Chiefs’ bid for…

BREAKING NEWSTaylor Swift stuns as she arrives at Chiefs-Texans playoff game to support boyfriend Travis Kelce

BREAKING NEWSTaylor Swift stuns as she arrives at Chiefs-Texans playoff game to support boyfriend Travis Kelce

Taylor Swift has arrived at Arrowhead Stadium to watch Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL playoffs as they begin their attempt at a…

Travis Kelce’s stylist reveals why Chiefs star performs specific red carpet hand trick

Travis Kelce’s stylist reveals why Chiefs star performs specific red carpet hand trick

Travis Kelce’s suit stylist Tom Marchitelli revealed the reason behind the тιԍнт end’s signature pose in an interview with PEOPLE. Kelce, known for his bold outfit choices…