The Texas Longhorns have made a strong commitment to their football program’s future by extending head coach Steve Sarkisian’s contract through the 2031 season. The extension comes as a reward for Sarkisian’s success in revitalizing the team, leading them to back-to-back College Football Playoff appearances and positioning Texas as a national powerhouse once again.
Sarkisian’s new deal includes a salary increase, with his annual pay rising from $10.4 million in 2025 to $10.8 million. The contract also features incremental raises of $250,000 per year, potentially reaching $12.3 million by 2031. This puts Sarkisian among the highest-paid coaches in college football, reflecting the confidence Texas has in his leadership.
Since taking over in 2021, Sarkisian has steadily improved the Longhorns, bringing them back to national relevance. Over the past two seasons, he has led Texas to a 25-5 record, their best run in over a decade. His offensive schemes and ability to develop talent have been instrumental in the team’s rise, culminating in two consecutive College Football Playoff semifinal appearances.
Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte expressed enthusiasm about the extension, stating, “Coach Sarkisian has done an outstanding job of restoring Texas football to where it belongs—competing for national championships. His leadership, recruiting efforts, and vision for this program make him the right person to lead us into the future.”
One of the most exciting developments under Sarkisian has been the rise of quarterback Arch Manning, the highly touted recruit who is now the favorite to win the 2025 Heisman Trophy. With Manning leading the offense and Texas boasting the top-ranked recruiting class for 2025, the program appears primed for continued success.
Sarkisian’s extension ensures stability as the Longhorns transition into a new era. The upcoming 2025 season will be a crucial one, as Texas faces a tough opener against the defending national champions, Ohio State, on August 30.
With this extension, Texas has sent a clear message—they believe Sarkisian is the right coach to lead them into the next decade. If the Longhorns continue their upward trajectory, this deal could be one of the most significant moves in shaping the future of college football.
