Texas quarterback Arch Manning offered an apology to ESPN reporter Holly Rowe after reacting to an computer generated video. The video depicted coach Steve Sarkisian striking the reporter. Manning delivered an insensitive comment about the fake video and later apologized. The video spread widely after Texas beat Ohio State.

The apology became public Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026. He admitted his reaction was inappropriate. No further details about the conversation were released. The incident gained attention because the video was fabricated using AI.