Sarkisian's January Calculation: Why Texas Stayed Home to Build a Roster
While most coaches burned jet fuel chasing recruits in January, Steve Sarkisian stayed in Austin. The goal? Fixing the ratio between watching tape and vetting character.
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While most coaches burned jet fuel chasing recruits in January, Steve Sarkisian stayed in Austin. The goal? Fixing the ratio between watching tape and vetting character.
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