Texas coach Sarkisian faces backlash after snubbing ESPN reporter

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian drew widespread criticism after abruptly ending a postgame interview with ESPN reporter Holly Rowe following the Longhorns' dramatic 24-23 victory over No. 1 Ohio State on Saturday night. The win, which featured a historic 20-point fourth-quarter comeback, was overshadowed by the tense exchange on the field. After the game, Rowe attempted to interview Sarkisian amid the celebration. Before she could ask a question, the coach interrupted, shouting, "That's called Texas fight! That's called Texas fight! Hook 'em!" He then made the Longhorns' hand signal to the camera and walked away to join his celebrating team. A visibly frustrated Rowe was left standing alone on the field. The incident prompted immediate backlash from fans and media members, with many labeling the behavior as "classless" and disrespectful to a veteran reporter. "Honestly, this is just rude of Sark. Holly is a total pro with a job to do," wrote one commentator on social media. Others pointed out that quarterback Arch Manning had graciously conducted his own postgame interview. The postgame snub followed a separate, unrelated situation at halftime.