The College Football Playoffs are still underway, but rumors are still flying. Could Texas Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian leave for the NFL?

Steve Sarkisian's program is rolling in Austin. Could a new challenge await after the College Football Playoff?

Steve Sarkisian and the Texas Longhorns are busy preparing for their upcoming Cotton Bowl matchup against the Ohio State Buckeyes. The winner of that game will advance to the national championship game.

Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte has heard the reports of purported NFL interest in Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian and doesn't much appreciate the timing four days before the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Cotton Bowl.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian is reportedly attracting attention from NFL teams. This is according ESPN’s Adam Schefter, who indicated on “Sunday NFL Countdown” that teams are expecting to contact Sarkisian following a strong season at Texas.

Texas Longhorns AD Chris Del Conte had choice words for the report surrounding Steve Sarkisian's NFL interest.

This upcoming NFL coaching carousel appears to be loaded with talent. Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is expected to be a top target, while former NFL Coach of the Year Mike Vrabel is already taking interviews.

In a leadup to today's final regular season games, and in anticipation of the infamous Black Monday to follow, ESPN's

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, NFL teams could call and inquire about Sarkisian as they look to fill open head coaching roles. Schefter added that Sarkisian has drawn some interest from the NFL level.