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Texas Longhorns Name Steve Sarkisian Head Football Coach

Pictured from left to right: VP and Athletics Director Chris Del Conte, Board of Regents Chairman Kevin Eltife, Head Coach Steve Sarkisian, Loreal Sarkisian, and President Jay Hartzell

AUSTIN, Texas – The University of Texas at Austin has named Steve Sarkisian, currently offensive coordinator for the Alabama Crimson Tide, head coach of the Longhorn football team. He replaces Tom Herman, who was released earlier today.

Sarkisian has a strong track record as both an offensive coordinator and head coach in both Division I college football and the NFL. He also brings to the Longhorn football program extensive experience coaching in conference and national championship games and developing top talent, including three Heisman Trophy finalists.