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Steve Sarkisian said Texas lost favorable run-blocking angles against defensive slants and stunts in its opener and needs better block finishing to sustain offensive balance against Ohio State.

Sarkisian said Texas running backs were too hesitant on some opening-game carries, identifying more decisive rushing as a separate correction needed before Ohio State.

Sarkisian expects Texas to continue rotating at left guard during the early season and welcomed Andre Cojoe's opening-game repetitions rather than declaring the position settled.

Sarkisian described Ohio State's interior defensive line as deep and disruptive despite veteran departures, highlighting pocket collapse and stout run defense as specific challenges for Texas.

Sarkisian identified Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith's size, speed and contested-catch ability as requiring varied coverage and constant tracking, while cautioning that overcommitting to him would compromise defense of the Buckeyes' running game.