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