Instant reaction to the breaking news that Texas has fired Tom Herman and will hire Steve Sarkisian. Tom Fornelli and Chip Patterson discuss the timing of Texas' move on Herman, where Sarkisian must have ranked on the Longhorns' wish list and whether this move will bring Big 12 championship contention back to Austin. Plus, what's next for Tom Herman and how this news might impact Alabama's preparation for the College Football Playoff National Championship Game against Ohio State.

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