Longhorns Daily News: Steve Sarkisian’s Texas football program sets new GPA record in spring 2026
Steve Sarkisian's Texas football program has achieved a new GPA record for the spring 2026 semester. The team averaged an impressive 3.36 GPA, significantly higher than the previous average of 2.33 under former coach Tom Herman. This academic success coincides with the program's athletic achievements, including back-to-back College Football Playoff semifinalist appearances.
- ▪The Texas football program set a new GPA record with an average of 3.36 in spring 2026.
- ▪Under Tom Herman, the program's GPA was only 2.33.
- ▪Steve Sarkisian has led the team to back-to-back College Football Playoff semifinalist appearances.
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