Texas fires head coach Charlie Strong after three seasons

Published November 26, 2016 9:57 AM CST

The University of Texas announced the firing of head coach Charlie Strong after three seasons. 

Strong's firing comes on the heels of a 31 - 9 loss to the TCU Horned Frogs which dropped the Horns to 5-7 (3-6, Big 12). Strong's career record at Texas was 16 - 21.

The following statements were posted to the school's website, TexasSports.com.

Mike Perrin, Men's Athletics Director:

Charlie Strong, former UT head coach:

President Gregory Fenves: