Has Steve Sarkisian ever won a championship game? Looking at Texas coach's postseason record

Steve Sarkisian has been in charge of the Texas Longhorns since 2021. The offensive guru has elevated the program from average to elite during his time in Texas, and he's one of the most notable head coaches in college football.

Sarkisian has coached the Longhorns to the semifinals of the expanded college playoffs, so it's just right that we examine the coach's postseason record.

Has Steve Sarkisian ever won a championship game?

Yes, Steve Sarkisian has won a championship game, but it's not the College Football Playoff national championship. The Longhorns coach led the program to the 2023 Big 12 Championship as they defeated Oklahoma State by a 49–21 scoreline. The victory sealed their spot in that season's College Football Playoff.

The Texas Longhorns entered the playoffs as a dark horse and were pitted against the then-unbeaten Washington Huskies. Sarkisian's side gave a decent showing, but were ultimately beaten by Michael Penix Jr. and the Huskies by a 37–31 score.

Sarkisian did not let the loss deflate his team. He entered the 2024 season with a clear goal in mind: to win the next CFP championship game. He and his squad will have the chance to do just that this postseason.

Steve Sarkisian's Texas Longhorns face-off against the Ohio State Buckeyes

The Ryan Day-coached Ohio Buckeyes are the only things between Texas and a spot in the CFP title game. The Longhorns will face off against the Buckeyes in the semis.

Friday's game will see Quinn Ewers play in what might be his last game for the Texas Longhorns. Hence, Ewers will be motivated for this game against one of the most potent offenses in the country. The Longhorns are fresh off a closely fought win over the Arizona State Sun Devils in the previous round.

The Ohio State Buckeyes will fancy their chances in the CFP semifinals against the Longhorns. They're fresh off a blowout win over the Oregon Ducks and are now a favorite to go all the way. However, Ryan Day's defense must play the perfect game to avoid being overwhelmed by a relentless Texas attack on Friday.