Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian sent a message on social media ahead of the Cotton Bowl against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

The College Football Playoffs are still underway, but rumors are still flying. Could Texas Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian leave for the NFL?

Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte has heard the reports of purported NFL interest in Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian and doesn't much appreciate the timing four days before the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Cotton Bowl.

This upcoming NFL coaching carousel appears to be loaded with talent. Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is expected to be a top target, while former NFL Coach of the Year Mike Vrabel is already taking interviews.

Steve Sarkisian's program is rolling in Austin. Could a new challenge await after the College Football Playoff?

In a leadup to today's final regular season games, and in anticipation of the infamous Black Monday to follow, ESPN's

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, NFL teams could call and inquire about Sarkisian as they look to fill open head coaching roles. Schefter added that Sarkisian has drawn some interest from the NFL level.

Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian understands the pressure that comes with leading the Longhorns to the College Football Playoff. Sarkisian doesn't want to fail Texas fans, after losing in the semi-final during the 2023 season.

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian has experience coaching against Ohio State quarterback Will Howard. The Buckeyes and Longhorns haven't matched up together since 2009, when Texas defeated Ohio State, 24-21, in the Fiesta Bowl, but Sarkisian knows Howard from his four seasons at Kansas State.