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 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.

On Sunday, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter raised some concerns across the Lone Star state about the future of Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, who has managed to corral his team into the semifinal of the College Football Playoffs thanks to a wild overtime win over Arizona State in the Peach Bowl.

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.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian is reportedly attracting attention from NFL teams. This is according ESPN’s Adam Schefter, who indicated on “Sunday NFL Countdown” that teams are expecting to contact Sarkisian following a strong season at Texas.

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.

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.

Players and coaches told Sporting News how their head coach unlocked Texas' potential after years of underachieving.