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ITYT Press Conference Takeaways: Steve Sarkisian and Arch Manning's Response to Tough OSU Loss

Joe Cookby: Joe Cook09/01/25josephcook89
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Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian and quarterback Arch Manning shared their thoughts after the tough loss to Ohio State. Hear our takeaways on what went wrong and how the Longhorns plan to respond moving forward.

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The video covers a detailed reaction and analysis of the Texas Longhorns football team following their recent loss, as discussed in a press conference with head coach Steve Sarkisian and quarterback Arch Manning.

Despite the defeat, Sarkisian remained optimistic, emphasizing the learning curve for a young quarterback like Manning, who was making his first true road start against a tough Ohio State team. The conversation highlights the team’s need to improve in key areas such as explosive plays and mechanical consistency, particularly in the passing game, while also praising the running game’s solid but not dominant performance.

Sarkisian and Manning discussed adjustments made at halftime that helped the team perform better in the second half, with Manning showing more comfort and better mechanics as the game progressed. The analysis touches on the expectations for the remainder of the season, with Texas expected to improve against less challenging opponents. The discussion also includes some insights into the defensive line’s effectiveness and the importance of continuing to develop the offense’s identity.

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