Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian could be eyeing a return to the NFL.
According to The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini, representatives for Sarkisian have informed league decision-makers that he would be interested in potential head-coaching opportunities, including the Tennessee Titans’ vacancy.
Sarkisian is in his fifth season at Texas and has turned the Longhorns back into a national contender. Since taking over in 2021, he’s posted a 43–19 record with back-to-back 12-plus win seasons and consecutive College Football Playoff appearances. His offensive creativity and player development have been key to Texas’ rise under his leadership.
The 51-year-old coach has previous NFL experience, though not as a head coach. He served as the Atlanta Falcons’ offensive coordinator from 2017-18 and worked as the Raiders’ quarterbacks coach in 2004.
The Titans are currently the only team with a head-coaching opening after firing Brian Callahan on Oct. 14. With a young roster and offensive pieces in place, including the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft in quarterback Cam Ward, Tennessee could be an appealing landing spot for an offensive-minded coach like Sarkisian.
Texas, meanwhile, visits Mississippi State on Saturday for an SEC matchup as Sarkisian continues to lead the Longhorns’ pursuit of another College Football Playoff berth.
