Texas quarterback Arch Manning apologized to ESPN journalist Holly Rowe after reacting to an computer generated video. The video showed coach Steve Sarkisian striking the reporter. Manning made an insensitive comment about the fake video and later apologized. The video spread widely after Texas beat Ohio State.
The apology was reported Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026. He acknowledged his reaction was inappropriate. No further details about the conversation were released. The incident gained attention because the video was created using AI.