Overview
- Sarkisian criticized the absence of a college-wide certification process for player representatives, saying some inexperienced agents are throwing unrealistic NIL figures.
- He contrasted college football with the NFL, where the NFLPA requires agent certification that includes education or experience thresholds, a seminar and an exam.
- Texas is managing significant roster turnover, with reporters counting 13 players who announced portal plans and will skip the Citrus Bowl, including Tre Wisner and DeAndre Moore Jr.
- The comments come as the two-week transfer portal window opens Friday, with coaches emphasizing that roster needs now carry explicit price tags.
- Despite Texas’ major resources — including reports of a top-tier NIL budget and Arch Manning’s estimated $5.3 million valuation — Sarkisian said he sometimes declines proposed numbers and expressed hope for future oversight.