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Texas Coach Critiques CFP, Honors Future Games Against Ohio State, Michigan

12/16/2025

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Texas coach Steve Sarkisian announced Longhorns will honor nonconference games against Ohio State in 2026 and Michigan in 2027.
He criticized the College Football Playoff (CFP) selection criteria after his 9-3 team was excluded this season, emphasizing strength of schedule.
He noted Texas defeated Michigan in 2024, 31-12, while focusing on the upcoming Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.

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Texas coach Steve Sarkisian announced Longhorns will honor nonconference games against Ohio State in 2026 and Michigan in 2027.
He criticized the College Football Playoff (CFP) selection criteria after his 9-3 team was excluded this season, emphasizing strength of schedule.
He noted Texas defeated Michigan in 2024, 31-12, while focusing on the upcoming Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.