Texas Coach Sarkisian Predicts End of Undefeated College Football Champions

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian has expressed skepticism about the likelihood of future undefeated national champions in college football, citing the increasing difficulty of maintaining a perfect record throughout the lengthened season and playoff format. He emphasized the challenges of player health and competitive parity intensified by the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff and the evolving college football landscape, including NIL deals and conference realignments. Sarkisian noted that with teams now potentially playing up to 17 games to win a national title, the idea of a 16-0 season might be a rarity deserving of a statue. Despite Texas’ recent success under Sarkisian and the promising rise of quarterback Arch Manning, the coach urges tempered expectations and focus on realistic goals. While some, like Georgia coach Kirby Smart, remain skeptical of Sarkisian’s prediction, the current trends suggest that national champions with multiple losses, like Ohio State’s 14-2 championship season, may become more common. Sarkisian’s comments highlight the increasing competitiveness and complexity of modern college football, which also indirectly affects related financial markets such as sports-related cryptocurrencies.