Texas AD calls Longhorns' vulgar celebrations 'embarrassing'
ESPN • • sports
Key Points:
- University of Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte apologized for vulgar on-field celebrations by defensive end Colin Simmons and running back Raleek Brown during their win over Tennessee, calling the actions embarrassing for the school.
- Simmons mimicked urinating on the field after recording 5½ sacks, and Brown's touchdown celebration involved inappropriate gestures; both players faced criticism and potential discipline from coach Steve Sarkisian.
- Del Conte emphasized that such conduct "cannot happen again" and acknowledged the players' apologies, framing the incident as a learning experience while stressing the need for class and respect.
- This incident marks the third controversy for Texas athletics since reaching No. 1, following quarterback Arch Manning's apology for laughing at an inappropriate video and the suspension of linebackers coach Johnny Nansen for a DUI arrest.
- Texas board of regents chairman Kevin Eltife, involved in athletic department decisions, has not yet commented on the recent issues.
