Texas Coach Sarkisian Says Longhorns Need to Cut Out Unacceptable Celebrations After Big Plays
The edge rusher had a career-high five sacks before a post-sack celebration drew an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty and a public apology.
- Texas Longhorns edge rusher Colin Simmons recorded a career-high five sacks in Saturday's 20-17 victory over Tennessee, but drew an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for "simulating using the restroom" during a post-sack celebration.
- The unsportsmanlike conduct flag occurred in the second quarter while Texas held a 10-3 lead, giving Tennessee a free first down and drawing immediate criticism from ABC commentators Kirk Herbstreit and Chris Fowler.
- Head coach Steve Sarkisian briefly benched Simmons to address the incident, stating the behavior "can't continue," while Simmons later apologized, saying he "got caught up in the moment" and was "feeling myself."
- Sarkisian rejected issuing the "death penalty" for the infraction, instead criticizing a "look at me" society fueled by social media that prioritizes individual attention over team focus.
- With a Week 5 bye ahead, the University of Texas will have time to refine emotional control before facing the Oklahoma Sooners in the Red River Rivalry during Week 6.
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Texas coach Sarkisian says Longhorns need to cut out unacceptable cele
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said Monday his team needs to cut out “unacceptable” celebrations after defensive end Colin Simmons drew a penalty following a sack and running back Raleek Brown was criticized following
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Texas coach Sarkisian says Longhorns need to cut out unacceptable celebrations after big plays
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said Monday his team needs to cut out “unacceptable” celebrations after defensive end Colin Simmons drew a penalty following a sack and
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