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Sarkisian Embraces Hype for Highly Anticipated Ohio State-Texas Showdown
25 Jul
Summary
- Texas coach Sarkisian excited for 2025 rematch with defending champion Ohio State
- Expanded 12-team CFP format allows teams to recover from single losses
- Texas aims to avenge 2024 semifinal loss to Buckeyes in 2025 season opener
In the lead-up to the 2025 college football season, the hype around the Ohio State vs. Texas matchup is intensifying. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian recently spoke about the excitement surrounding the blockbuster Week 1 clash, which comes after the Longhorns' loss to the Buckeyes in the 2024 College Football Playoff semifinal.
Sarkisian noted that the recent expansion of the CFP to 12 teams has made teams more flexible, as they no longer have to worry about having a perfect record to make the playoff. This has allowed programs like Texas to schedule high-profile games without fear of a single loss hampering their postseason chances.
The Texas coach is eager to face the defending national champions, saying the game will be a "good" one and that the new CFP format is "great for the fans" and "great for college football." Sarkisian acknowledged the spotlight the matchup will put on both programs, but expressed confidence that his team is more prepared than ever, with the addition of highly touted recruit Arch Manning and a productive offseason in the transfer portal.
Expectations are high for the Longhorns in 2025 as they aim to end their national championship drought and make a deep playoff run in their first season in the SEC. The clash with Ohio State will be a crucial early test for Texas as they look to avenge last year's heartbreaking semifinal defeat.
