Steve Sarkisian denies claims Texas spent excessively to build roster, cites ‘irresponsible reporting’

Steve Sarkisian denies claims Texas spent excessively to build roster, cites ‘irresponsible reporting’

Sarkisian hinted that $25 million more accurately represented Texas' roster payroll

Head coach Steve Sarkisian of the Texas Longhorns sings "The Eyes of Texas" after the Valero Alamo Bowl game against the Washington Huskies at the Alamodome Dec. 29, 2022, in San Antonio. (Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian heads toward the locker room. (John Rivera/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian watches a play during the Allstate Sugar Bowl playoff game between the Texas Longhorns and the Washington Huskies Jan. 1, 2024, at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. (Nick Tre. Smith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)