Sarkisian Expecting Communication Issues with Trump Attending Texas-Tennessee Game
Steve Sarkisian said presidential security can cut coach-to-player headsets and force Texas to prepare for brief communication outages.
- On Saturday, September 26, 2026, President Donald Trump will attend the Texas-Tennessee game in Knoxville, prompting Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian to warn about potential communication disruptions caused by heightened security measures.
- Security protocols dictate that when the President enters, leaves, or moves within the stadium, all team headset and coach-to-player communication is cut, a situation Sarkisian previously encountered in 2019 at Alabama during the LSU game in Tuscaloosa.
- During the 2026 national championship, Indiana coach Curt Cignetti reported headset communication failed around the 6:45 mark of the fourth quarter, affecting both teams simultaneously as Miami scored on a fly sweep with 6:37 remaining.
- With no warning provided, Sarkisian emphasized that teams must have contingency plans to adjust play-calling if communication cuts out while the game remains in the balance during critical moments.
- The SEC matchup kicks off at 11 a.m. at Neyland Stadium, marking Texas quarterback Arch Manning's first appearance at the venue; Sarkisian confirmed security measures do not alter standard team operations or travel logistics.
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