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September 04Best Bets For Texas State/ Best Bets TEXAS LONGHORNS LIVE CALL IN SHOW 1
Texas Longhorns Live — Best Bets vs. Texas State + Thursday Call-In
Hosts: Thomas Bresee & Matthew Miller | Caller: Darrell
Special Thursday best-bets edition (FanDuel sponsor). First of the weekly in-season series. Wi-Fi drops on Matt early; show still covers the slate, process goals, Ohio State week, and a live call.
00:00–04:00 — Open + Tommy’s main-game bets
Weekly Thursday best-bets show for Texas (and Texas State) throughout the season. Week 1 slate is thin on film; more juice later.

Texas -29.5 (-110 FanDuel). Tommy feels very good. Sark has stressed scoreboard/CFP optics; home openers under Sark average ~35-point wins (Sam Houston last year). Texas State is better and faster (high-pace team) and could backdoor late, but Texas defense should create sacks, INTs, TFLs, and fumbles that keep TXST from settling in. Bo Sparks and Chris Donwell will have spurts; Texas should answer with a big play every time.

Over 59.5 (-110). Both sides pedal-to-metal. Texas State was one of the fastest teams last year. Texas will hit explosives even if down-to-down efficiency isn’t perfect (Relique Brown, Ryan Wingo, Cam Coleman). Tommy can see Texas scoring 50 by itself against a rebuilt TXST defense that struggled a year ago (four one-score losses). Lean ~28-0 at half, then keep rolling.
04:00–07:15 — Matt joins; run-game emphasis + 3Q bet
Matt likes a team rushing over (main backs) more than the team passing over. Goal of the game/season: take it off Arch Manning’s shoulders. Relique Brown, Hollywood Smothers, Derek Cooper should tell the story—not Arch scrambling. TXST gave up ~180 rush YPG last year; if Texas can’t clear 200, OL questions linger.

Texas -7.5 3rd quarter (+130 FanDuel). Sark home-opener 3Q point differential: 80–6 across five games (stat via Tyler Horka / Inside Texas). Expect TXST to want the ball first to avoid playing from behind; that would give Texas the second-half open. Plus-money hook at 7.5 is appealing.
07:15–12:20 — Anytime TDs, 1Q, Wingo, TXST team total
Hollywood Smothers anytime TD (Matt). Six–seven guys could hit; wealth should be spread; wouldn’t shock if all three main backs score. Look down the depth chart too.

Derek Cooper anytime TD (+310 FanDuel) (Tommy). Red-zone/run-game emphasis; extra snaps for second-line guys. Trevor Goosby will play but come out early; Andre Kojo gets the bulk. Cooper has popped all offseason.

Texas -6.5 1st quarter (Matt). Shocked the number is that low—a 7–0 first quarter cashes. Sark has talked tempo and starting faster after past slow starts.

Ryan Wingo over 48.5 receiving yards (Tommy). Could hit on the first play (Vandy-style screen/swing). TXST will have to account for Cam Coleman; Wingo should see a lot of singles. Sark praised him Thursday. Last year a high share of opening plays were Wingo screens. One catch can clear the number.

Texas State under 14.5 team total (both; Tommy’s least favorite). Tommy’s score prediction was 41–13. Red-zone questions: Greg Burrell dismissed in April; Terrence Burgess Jr. and Jalen Jenkins now the run group. Short TXST WRs (5-11 / 5-9) are better in space than in tight. Could be a FG-fest (12 points after multiple stalled trips).
12:20–16:50 — Recap of the card + what “winning” this game actually means
Tommy’s card: Texas -29.5 | Over 59.5 | Texas -7.5 3Q | Wingo o48.5 rec | Cooper ATD
Matt’s card: Team rush over (main backs / ~200+ implied) | Texas -6.5 1Q | TXST u14.5 | Smothers ATD
Process over final score (USC–San Jose State reminder):
Rebuilt run game + OL look right vs. a defense they should dominate.

Fast start.

Cleaner penalties.

Arch high completion %; Wingo/Coleman drops ≤1 over 2–3 quarters.

Defense: get to the QB, stop the run.

Fun later: KJ Lacey, Diabell first snaps, who is at LG with the ones.
If it’s not put away by half (~28-3 / 28-7), Ohio State week gets nervy.
16:50–21:20 — Call-in open, Week 1 viewing, Ohio State notes
StreamYard open until 7 p.m. CT tonight (test night); longer windows once Ohio State / Oklahoma / LSU / A&M weeks hit. Postgame Saturday ~6:45–7:00 p.m. ET, earlier if it’s a blowout.

Week 1 nationally is weak. Ohio State–Ball State is 12:30 p.m. ET at the Shoe (odd window). Watch Arthur Smith’s first OSU offense vs. last year’s version; won’t show the full Week 2 package. Keldrick Luster (Ball State, listed ~2.50 QB) is a name Tommy likes. Other stray games: Houston–Oregon State, Alabama–ECU (Keelan Russell / Duncanville angle).

Texas–Ohio State preview flavor: new OSU OC (Arthur Smith, two-TE guy) vs. new Texas DC (Patricia). Sark has seen Patricia before. OSU TEs are not a strength; Smith’s Falcons run-game identity will test Texas’s front.
21:20–29:50 — Darrell’s call
Playbook vs. Texas State (Ohio State next):
Matt: Expect deep shots and basics (Coleman gos/posts), establish the run, no trickery. If they have to get cute, that’s a problem.
Tommy: Weekly plan looks similar on the surface; wrinkles are tiny (route depths, screen angles). Keep it vanilla. Ohio State has seen Sark.
In-game / season metrics:
Arch 65%+ completions (UTSA last year was 11-of-24 and messy; opponent doesn’t excuse it).

Zero turnovers (camp was noisy; don’t know if it was O or D).

Fewer than five penalties; no pre-snap / 3rd-and-3-to-8 killers.

Discipline required if they’re chasing 15–16 wins and a title.
Magnificent Seven title contenders (Darrell’s list; both hosts agree): Texas, Georgia, Notre Dame, Oregon, Ohio State, Indiana, Miami.
Tommy: not personally “title or bust,” but the people writing the checks may be. Realities exist where falling short isn’t the end.
Matt: Notre Dame / Oregon / Texas are the three most talented rosters. Next step is getting to a national championship (two recent Final Fours; goal-line stands vs. Washington and Ohio State). Must leave with a championship of some kind—SEC title and/or CFP title game. Beating Georgia (SEC or playoff) is the priority “have-to.” Winning the SEC then losing a semi to a clearly better Indiana would still feel like a success to both hosts; check-writers may disagree.
Sark bulletin-board material: Rutgers 7, UMass 14 in the second quarter (after it had been 7–7). Cheap motivation without reaching back to App State.
29:50–end — Close
See how the card hits. Postgame Saturday. “We’ll see you on Saturday.”
Clip-friendly timestamps
00:45–02:30 Texas -29.5 rationale + Sark home-opener history

02:45–03:30 Over 59.5 / pace + explosives

06:15–07:10 Texas -7.5 3Q + 80–6 stat

07:20–08:00 Smothers ATD

08:00–09:05 Cooper ATD + Goosby/Kojo

09:15–09:45 Texas -6.5 1Q

09:50–11:00 Wingo o48.5 + opening-play prediction

11:00–12:15 TXST u14.5 / red-zone / Burrell dismissal

14:50–16:40 Process checklist heading into Ohio State week

21:20–22:50 How much playbook to show

23:10–24:30 Arch 65% / zero TOs / penalties

24:35–28:50 Magnificent 7 + title vs. SEC vs. beat-Georgia debate

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September 02Texas vs Texas State Game Preview / Texas Longhorns LIVE 117
Texas Longhorns LIVE 117 — Texas vs. Texas State Game Preview
Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas “Tommy” Bresee | TexasVOCFB | FanDuel sponsored
Game: Texas vs. Texas State at DKR. Texas -29.5.
Intro & Line (0:00–0:43)
Welcome, likes/subs, FanDuel. Game week vs. Texas State. Tommy calls 29.5 roughly fair: Texas State defense was poor last year and should not keep up.
Texas State Snapshot (0:43–1:22)
7-6 last year, won final four, 3-5 Sun Belt.

36.5 PPG with QB Brad Jackson and HC G.J. Kinney.

29 PPG allowed — bottom-third defense.

73rd in returning production: Jackson, Bo Spears (offense), safety Ryan Nolan (leading tackler).
Texas Offense vs. Texas State Defense (1:22–8:50)
What they need to see
Clean football: no turnovers, few penalties, stay ahead of the chains.

Offensive line push and short-yardage conversion (3rd/4th-and-1). Trevor Goosby and Lawrence Seymour practiced Monday. If Goosby is 50/50, sit him; if 90/10, play him so the line gets full-game reps after camp injuries.

Run game takes it off Arch Manning’s shoulders. Target ~6 YPC vs. a bottom-third unit.

Explosives are the identity, but this game should not require them. Arch should not need more than 20–25 attempts.

Down-to-down consistency. Under 35 points is a problem; 45–50+ feels right.

Arch 65% completion, cleaner mechanics/accuracy/on-time throws (last year’s issues were often mechanical, not just talent).

Clean hands from Ryan Wingo and Cam Coleman (one drop between them is fine; consistent drops/bobbles are not). Emmitt Mosley healthy.

Explosive runs from Hollywood Smothers or Relique Brown — last year it took 6–7 games for a 20+ yard run. Need 2–3 of those or one 40+.

O-line assignment soundness; no free rushers at Arch. Pre-snap penalties: one is tolerable, more is a red flag heading into Ohio State.

Don’t need to see too much of Coleman/Arch/the backs late — that would mean the game is tighter than it should be.
Watch
Seymour–Dylan Sikorski split.

Nick Townsend: 4-catch, 60-yard, TD-type game would unlock the middle of the field and take attention off Coleman/Wingo. Both hosts think he can surpass Jatavian Sanders/Gunnar Helm with reps and confidence.
Texas Defense (8:50–14:08)
What they need to see
Big-time plays from Raheem Biles.

How rotations take shape at LB, safety, corner, and edge. First freshman on the field and in what situations (pass-rush only vs. all three downs).

Justin Cryer as communicator. Aggressive/attacking but smart — balance is hard.

Corner: Kobe Black vs. Cade Phillips (Grayson Littleton and Bo Masco lock two of three spots).

Safety opposite Jelani McDonald: Jonah Williams, Derek Williams, possibly Black if Phillips takes the corner.

Young LBs flash: Rocky Cummings, Kosi Akpala, or Tyler Atkinson.

Will Muschamp approach vs. Texas State: more blitz/man expected. Get home; don’t get burnt. 4–6 sacks in play for the DL.

Richard Wesley “pop” — Colin Simmons called him more talented. Should be in on multiple sacks.

Line up four DL and beat their five; sprinkle in LB/nickel blitzes. Some early miscommunication is expected and should be cleaned up.
Game Prediction (14:08–15:47)
Tommy: 48–13 Texas (covers). Comfortable, not perfectly clean; enough sloppy clips for OU/A&M fans. Offense does what it wants in the first half, then depth.

Miller: 41–13 (Texas State covers). Two-and-a-half to three quarters of starters.

Shared view: easy win unless Texas State’s two WRs and Brad Jackson get an early groove.
Viewer Questions (15:47–17:21)
Cole Hudson: expected to play, not start (Seymour starts if healthy; Sikorski also listed). Sark will play any OL he thinks can contribute — Jackson Christian, Jordan Coleman, Jaden Chapman, others.

Rice-game comparison: fewer bodies this year (~90 vs. 110), so not as many unique players, but more meaningful snaps for young pieces Sark trusts long-term. Richard Wesley could see 20+ snaps (used to be 5–15). Anyone who needs to play vs. Ohio State should get 15–20 snaps.
2026 Record & Playoff Predictions (17:21–33:47)
Both take Texas State and UTSA as wins.
Ohio State (Texas -1.5): Tommy takes Ohio State — needs to see Sark out-scheme Matt Patricia (what beat them last year). Miller takes Texas: Ohio State has more defensive replacements; last year’s scheme advantage faded as the year went on.

Tennessee (road): Both take Texas, close (within 10). Faison Brandon’s first SEC start vs. Muschamp; high variance.

Red River: Both take Texas. Sark has consistently gotten the better of Brent Venables; last year’s win was efficient.

Florida: Both take Texas, potentially comfortably after last year’s embarrassment. Buster Faulkner has answers for Kirby Smart-style defenses (similar to Muschamp).

Ole Miss: Both take Texas. Don’t trust Pete Golding without Charlie Weiss Jr. and last year’s momentum.

Mississippi State: Both take Texas. Kamario Taylor is elite-level talent but they won’t pick the upset yet.

Missouri: Both take Texas. Vegas win total ~6–6.5; Ahmad Hardy timeline (late September rumors) and nine-game SEC slate point to regression.

LSU (Death Valley night): Both take LSU. Miller’s first (and only) regular-season loss → 11-1. Tommy 10-2. Lane Kiffin + environment.

Arkansas: Both take Texas.

Texas A&M: Both take Texas (same logic as Oklahoma: defensive HC + QB arm questions vs. Texas).
Regular season: Miller 11-1, Tommy 10-2.
SEC title: Both have Texas in and losing to Georgia.
CFP path
Tommy: Texas beats Miami and Oregon, loses national title to Notre Dame.

Miller: Texas beats USC/Miami-type teams, beats Oregon in the title game. First time he has picked Texas to win the national championship on the channel — talent gap over Notre Dame/Oregon is small but real.
What Can Go Right (33:47–41:25)
Sark lets personnel dictate scheme and adapts in-game (last year he called what he wanted instead of what the OL could execute until the Mississippi State comeback).

Muschamp’s defense plays smart, not just fast — doesn’t overcommit.

Coleman + Wingo cut drops and complement each other like Xavier Worthy/AD Mitchell. Coleman develops into a more complete route-runner (ceiling: George Pickens/A.J. Green traits).

Arch plays “boring”: accurate and efficient. Big plays and legs will come; timing and completion percentage make the offense nearly unstoppable.

Relique Brown and Hollywood Smothers hit home-run runs (sputter-then-explode room). That opens play-action and takes pressure off Arch. Derek Cooper as bruiser later.

Elite safety play opposite McDonald so Muschamp can stay aggressive.
What Can Go Wrong (41:25–45:00)
Linebacker depth: injury to Biles or Cryer (Ty Anthony Smith gone). Cryer is also a key communicator. Top-priority health names: Biles, Cryer, Arch, Coleman.

Locker-room connectivity/egos with a heavy portal roster and many new faces. First loss will bring the “turmoil” questions.

Self-inflicted wounds: pre-snap penalties, turnovers, failing to get 1–2 yards in key spots, shotgun/self-destruct plays (Arizona State memory).
First TD & Closing Philosophy (45:00–end)
First Texas TD guesses: Miller — Emmitt Mosley; Tommy — Hollywood Smothers (or Cam Coleman as fan-service jump ball).
Philosophy: start fast every game. Talent on both sides of the ball should make opponents nervous early.
Tommy’s extra notes: Do you trust Sark after the portal/staff swings? He does — ride him. Enjoy the process and the fun players instead of only measuring the season by a title. New Thursday 6:30 p.m. ET best-bets/call-in show added; Tuesday 7 p.m. ET remains. Hook ’em.

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August 26Drama In Austin! How Concerned Should Texas Fans Be? | Texas Longhorns LIVE 116
Drama In Austin! How Concerned Should Texas Fans Be? | Texas Longhorns LIVE 116
Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee (TexasVOCFB)
Sponsored by FanDuel
Intro & Heisman Odds (0:00–1:35)
Welcome to the 116th edition of Texas Longhorns Live. Like/subscribe reminders.

Arch Manning +850 to win the Heisman (behind CJ Carr at +700; ~150-point gap).

Tommy: Roughly how he sees the top of the board. Carr benefits from a manageable schedule and better WR weapons than Notre Dame has had recently. Arch remains locked into the top 2–3/5 odds even with an uneven start.

Matthew: Odds should have fallen some based on recent reports. Texas can still contend for a national title, but Arch needs a strong season for Heisman contention. Would not bet him now; might after a cold Ohio State game if odds drop further while remaining big-game opportunities exist.
Second Scrimmage Breakdown – Defense & Freshman LBs (1:35–4:30)
Turnovers created: Interceptions by Kosiak-Paula, Grayson Littleton, Jamari on Carlton (and others).

Jamari on Carlton INT likely a batted/shovel pass blown up by the DL that fell into his hands (not typical coverage drop).

Kosiak-Paula continuing to make plays throughout camp/scrimmages. With Ty Anthony Smith out, the young LBs (Kosiak-Paula, Rocky Cummings, Tyler Atkinson) must step up. Body types are ready; question is on-field translation and processing speed at a heady position.

Tommy: Freshman LBs were one of the two biggest things to watch (alongside clean Arch performance). Kosiak-Paula tipped a pick to himself and returned it for a TD; can play Mike or some Will. All three freshmen fit the physical prototype (Rocky ~6-4, nearly 230). Talent exists to replace Smith; early softer games (Texas State, UTEP) can accelerate development. Expect at least two of the three to look special by season’s end or heading into 2027.

Rotation discussion: LB and WR rotations are the two biggest questions. LB depth expansion is more necessity than preference (hard to run only three all year).
Arch Manning Scrimmage Performance (4:30–11:30)
Arch had two INTs; team total four turnovers (sloppy). Defense expected to create takeaways and already knows the playbook.

Rough estimate: ~50 plays, maybe 20–25 true pass attempts → turnover rate not good. Not spinning it positively.

Matthew: Arch has history of struggling in practice but elevating in games (partial Vince Young parallel—VY was not a good practice player). Consistency still needs work. Worry level ~5/10 (issue but not overwhelming).

Tommy: Season-long not concerned at all—expects strong play start to finish with growth into more consistency late. Worth monitoring short/intermediate throws and mechanics, especially heading into Ohio State. Learned last year not to overreact before games are played (was too aggressive early on Arch previously). Turnovers were not an issue a year ago. Scrimmages limit leg use (pocket-only, no hits). Arch often needs to feel the game/hits to fully lock in. Sark teams are 27-1 when leading after the first quarter (only loss was 3-0 lead vs. Georgia in SEC title game). Process-oriented cleanliness vs. Texas State can ease Ohio State nerves. Worry level overall 3–4; higher pre-Ohio State but erasable by Texas State performance.

Both: UTEP example (11/25) showed struggles even vs. weak competition when not locked in; Mississippi State relief appearance was excellent. Need ~70% completion or better vs. Texas State. Overblown by some, downplayed by others—middle ground. Arch has shown ability to improve and self-correct.
Offensive Line (11:30–16:00)
Andre Kojo taking first-team reps at left tackle (positive development; competed at RT last year, potential Goosby fill-in).

Tommy: Massive that Kojo is comfortable there with limited drop-off expected. Doesn’t sound like moving him inside to guard is a priority for Sark—value in having a true third tackle (Goosby precedent in 2024 at both spots). Interior options appear solid enough.

Lawrence Seymour did not practice (limited live starter reps previously). Cole Hudson’s return helps. Concerns about OL cohesion.

Tommy: Healthy Monday but slow-played; staff appears confident in him as the long-term left guard and is managing workload for the mock game + full first-team week. Could also be Dylan Sikorski playing well. Cohesion is the real worry heading into Ohio State (solid but not terrifying DL; Kenyatta Jackson overrated per hosts). Expect clarity vs. Texas State—Seymour likely settles as clear No. 1 LG. Kojo flexibility is a big safety net.
Other Positives & Will Muschamp (15:00–18:00)
Sark on Grayson Littleton and Emmitt Mosley as hardest-working players. Slot receiver dirty work and nickel glue (Jordan Whittington precedent; Jade Barron-type nickel) are massive for this offense/defense.

Outside recent drama, signs point up: confident team, Sark demanding greatness from a talented offense he knows can be special. Hold offense to high standard because it’s “his” side. Let them play before overreacting to expectations/last year.

Will Muschamp hire growing in confidence (gamble given time away from play-calling). Colin Simmons: strength of the defense is the DC. Report that offense didn’t run the ball well Saturday because of Muschamp. Expected more havoc, turnovers, blitzes, and similar/more sacks. One observer: if this offense can score consistently on this defense, it can score on nearly anyone. Hosts previously projected top 10–15 defense; staff sounding top-10 confident. All pieces in place.
Comments Quick Hits (18:00–21:00)
Vince Young magic comparison: mostly off-script legs (not practiced in scrimmages). Arch will use mobility in games, ideally less than last year.

Jet Walker (freshman RB): Ahead of schedule but behind Michael Terry and James Simon—unlikely to play much (possible special teams). Power back with future upside; 2026 class adds more competition.

KJ Lacey: Feeling good. If Arch is out short-term (not vs. Ohio State/LSU/Oklahoma), Texas can still win most games. Offense may need to be more conservative/point-guard style (less deep shots, fewer extended plays), but KJ can execute the necessary throws and the supporting cast is strong.
Drama in Austin – Ty Anthony Smith & Hayward Howard Jr. (21:00–30:00)
Ty Anthony Smith: Not playing; Inside Texas reported off the team. Others talked around it. Sark cited flu (real for other players, convenient cover). Critical LB with NFL tools if he adds weight. Multiple reported reasons (on/off field).

Hayward Howard Jr.’s father tweeted tagging reporters that he would “expose” what’s going on at Texas. Never helpful when a parent goes public (especially low on the depth chart—7th/8th QB). “Politics” language usually signals playing-time complaints. Likely already handled internally by staff. Howard had an INT in practice; can develop. Inconsequential overall.

Tommy: Extra noise the program didn’t need (Arch hype, Sark push to elite, high-cost roster already enough). Parent tweet not a big deal long-term. For Smith: hope he gets back on his feet as a talented player. Football-wise, not ideal at a thin position, but talent exists to cover. If reports about buy-in/distraction are accurate, likely addition by subtraction—good culture polices itself and removes what won’t fit after attempts to help.

Matthew: Culture discussion—keeping a problem after efforts to correct it would be the real culture issue. Nick Saban view on working with players first; ultimately both parties must want it (dating analogy). Rooting for Smith (good kid/player from recruiting reports and spring interactions; solid Michigan Bowl game). Howard situation overblown given depth-chart status—fodder for rivals, not a starter-level issue.

Football path forward: Jordan Johnson-Rubell getting some LB reps (extra body). Freshmen (Atkinson, Kosiak-Paula, Rocky Cummings) expected above him. Need them to accelerate vs. Texas State and give situational help (pass rush, long third downs) to ease load on Raheem Biles, Justin Cryer, Brad Spence in September. Expect consistent high-level contributions from the young group later.
More Comments (30:00–32:30)
KJ vs. Arch styles different (Stockton-like vs. big-play seeker); offense flexible enough to adjust concepts.

Wish Texas had kept Bo Barnes (and Christian Clark). Only two clear “day they left felt like big losses” in Sark era (Logan Parr later proved more valuable than expected). Nick Brooks also mentioned (portal era reality; bizarre off-field episode; now competing at RT for Alabama—raises questions about Bama OL if true).
Opponent QB Decisions & Texas Implications (32:30–42:30)
Tennessee – Faison Brandon over George McIntyre (expected after earlier discussion with Tucker)
Raises volatility. High ceiling (size, arm, athleticism; potential top-3/5 future QB in league). Gets early runway (Furman, Kennesaw State, Georgia Tech). Tennessee offense historically good with first-year QBs.

Hosts still lean Texas, but Muschamp can confuse a young QB. Catch him cold and he can go for 300+ total yards/4 scores. Possible both extremes (hot game or multi-INT blowout) during the season. Watch rush-lane discipline (issue last year) and early conservatism vs. blitz-heavy approach.
Florida – Aaron Filo over Tramell Jones (expected with Buster Faulkner/Jon Sumrall influence)
Steady, accurate, pocket presence, every throw. Facilitator/point-guard style fits the offense perfectly (space the playmakers). High-school Georgia records; can develop into genuine NFL prospect.

Reduces valleys compared with a younger/less experienced option. Florida remains a high-variance, talented, dangerous team; Philo is a plus for consistency. Hosts still like the matchup at home but respect the pieces.
Arkansas – KJ Jackson over AJ Hill
Essentially irrelevant. Arkansas among the SEC’s weakest; even elite QB talent wouldn’t change the outlook much vs. Texas. Jackson is the better dual-threat choice and interesting individually (had 200+ vs. Texas late last year), but supporting cast and overall roster limit the threat. Comfortable Texas win expected either way.
Close (42:30–end)
Next week: Texas vs. Texas State game breakdown + any OL clarity/settled battles.

Reminder: Tuesdays 7 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. CT. Like, subscribe, comment on the drama level.

Final comment appreciation. Hook ’em.
Overall Tone: Measured concern on Arch consistency and LB depth after Smith’s exit, tempered by physical talent of the freshmen, OL flexibility (especially Kojo), positive Muschamp indicators, and confidence that early games can accelerate development. Drama framed as unnecessary noise—mostly inconsequential for Howard, potentially net positive (culture/buy-in) for Smith if reports hold. Opponent QB news adds volatility to Tennessee more than the others.

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August 19Goosby Done? Texas Longhorns LIVE 115
Texas Longhorns LIVE 115 – “Goosby Done?” Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas “Tommy” Bresee | TexasVOCFB Sponsored by FanDuel
Intro & Red River Line (0:00–1:20)
115th episode of Texas Longhorns Live.

Quick FanDuel plug: Texas currently -6.5 vs Oklahoma in the Red River Rivalry. Line has already moved two points toward OU.

Tommy: 6.5 feels about right. Expects it to settle in the 2.5–4 range by kickoff depending on early-season results. Both teams could enter undefeated or Texas with one loss. Anything over a touchdown would be aggressive.

Consensus: If Texas beats Ohio State and Oklahoma beats Michigan, it becomes a rare top-5 Red River matchup (last time ~2008–09).
Trevor Goosby Injury (1:25–11:40)
Biggest news of the day. Initial reports had fans fearing a season-ending injury. MRI confirmed a bone bruise (non-contact).
Timeline & outlook
Optimistic path: Could play Ohio State (25 days away) if swelling drops and pain tolerance allows. Unlikely to re-aggravate unless another hyperextension or collision.

Realistic: Tennessee or Oklahoma. If the OL looks shaky vs Ohio State, they may rush him back for Tennessee. If it holds up, they use the bye and target Oklahoma’s strong DL.

Miller: Wants him practicing during Texas State week or he’s probably out vs Ohio State. He wouldn’t play Texas State anyway (likely only a half).

Both: Dodged a bullet. Last year’s RB injuries and the prior Baxter non-contact injury made this scare worse. Bone bruise is far better than Achilles/strain.
OL implications
Not a perfect roster; they wanted more portal help.

Most likely short-term: Melvin Siani to LT, Brandon Baker back to RT, Cole Hudson (23 career starts) at RG. Lawrence Seymour at LG (looked good in limited snaps). Connor Robinson trusted at C.

Tommy’s preferred: Andre Kojo at RT so Baker can stay at RG for continuity later in SEC play.

Siani this year should be better than Goosby was last year (first-year starter). Interior likely stays intact.

They can tread water for 3–4 weeks if the skill players and Arch play well around them. Long-term they need Goosby back to beat elite DLs in a row.

Positives: Arch is better, Sarkisian knows how to call around a weaker OL, more playmakers.
First Scrimmage Recap (11:46–23:00)
Texas held its first scrimmage Saturday.
Key takeaways
Flu bug hit the team (hopefully done).

Ty Anthony Smith rumors (possible team departure) did not materialize — thin LB room would have been a bigger problem.

Arch Manning: Two interceptions.
One late throw to Emond Mosley over the middle; Jonah Williams made a great play coming across. Another safety was also in position.

Second: Screen to Hollywood Smothers; Grayson Littleton broke on it.

Neither host is overly concerned. First live action in a while (missed most of spring). Arch historically takes time to find rhythm/footwork. Accuracy on easy throws (not INTs) was the bigger 2025 issue. Expect him to protect the ball.

Want a cleaner second scrimmage (3 TDs, 0–1 INT) to build confidence heading into Week 1.

Offense is behind the defense (timing vs. instincts). Skill players flashing: Hollywood Smothers (physical between-the-tackles guy they needed), Relique Brown (big-play threat), Cam Coleman, Ryan Wingo (improved hands).

Running game and OL looked functional before the Goosby injury. They have a trio that can take over early.
Defense
Justice Terry generating Byron Murphy comps. If he hits that, DL becomes elite (imagine adding this version of Colin Simmons to the Sweat/Murphy group).

Extremely deep DL (at least 11-deep). Eric Noland said 12–13; Tommy agrees they’re at least 11. Mix of run-stoppers and pass-rushers.

Secondary coming together: Jonah Williams (big INT), Kobe Black strong reports. Four viable safeties for first time this offseason. Jordan Johnson-Rubell and Xavier Filson also options. Most improved group besides OL in last month.
Comments & Player/Unit Projections (23:00–38:15)
Indiana winning without first-round OL talent cited as encouraging (but different scheme).

Arch doesn’t have to be Superman; just B+ football with A+ moments later (LSU, A&M, playoffs).

Easy completions (7-yard outs) are the real key. 65%+ completion percentage would be a win even with a few more INTs.
Individual projections
Colin Simmons: 15 sacks (Tommy). Muschamp scheme should create more 1-on-1s. Progression + more blitzing.

Raheem Biles: ~100 tackles, 5–7 sacks, multiple INTs/FFs. Chess piece; more aggressive than last year’s usage. Flu actually helped depth (Atkinson, Cummings, Akpala got extra reps).

Lance Jackson, Zina, Justice Terry, DTs, LBs, and even some DBs all projected for 4–6+ sacks each.
Unit projections
Team sacks: Tommy 50 (full season, top 5–10 historically). Miller 45+. Last year 38. Spread-the-wealth attack.

Interceptions: 20 (up from 16). More aggression + more games. Bo Masco, Littleton, Kate Phillips, Jelani McDonald, Jonah/Derek Williams, Kobe Black, Warren Roberson all capable of multiples. Roberson could be a breakout if he stays penalty-free.

Defense ranking: Top 10–15 overall, top 5 in sacks/havoc, top 12–15 in scoring, top 15 run D. ~18 ppg. Feast-or-famine Muschamp style but more feast than last year.
AP Poll Reaction (38:18–end)
Preseason Top 10: 1 Ohio State, 2 Oregon, 3 Georgia, 4 Notre Dame, 5 Texas, 6 Indiana, 7 Miami, 8 Texas A&M, 9 Ole Miss, 10 Oklahoma.
Texas at 5 is fine (anywhere 1–7 would have been acceptable). Tommy has them 2 based on talent (behind only Oregon).

Both dislike the large gap for Ohio State at No. 1 (40 first-place votes vs Oregon’s 14). OSU has questions on OL and replacing Downs/Stiles/Reese. Similar profile to last year’s Texas team.

Oregon, Notre Dame, Texas are the three most talented rosters.

Oklahoma defense could be the nation’s best; John Mateer is the swing factor.

At least one (probably A&M or Ole Miss) from 8–13 will finish unranked.

Outside Top 10: High on USC (playoff team), Louisville, Florida (could sneak into Top 25). Missouri as 25 is typical. Poll is mostly predictive/internet fodder; CFP committee matters more.
Outro Back Tuesday 7 p.m. ET or for breaking news. Hook ’em.

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August 13Camp Intel/ Texas Longhorns LIVE 114
Texas Longhorns LIVE 114 – Camp Intel Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas “Tommy” Breese TexasVOCFB / Voice of College Football Sponsored by FanDuel
Intro & Playoff Odds (0:00–1:40)
Welcome to the 114th edition of Texas Longhorns Live.

FanDuel: Texas -175 to make the playoff (worst odds among teams with minus money). Alabama is plus money.

Tommy on fairness: Schedules for Texas and Ohio State are absolute nightmares. Realistic path to 9-3 exists for both; loser of the Week 2 matchup could easily be on the outside looking in if other results don’t break right.

Hosts expect at least one 9-3 team to make the CFP this year (possibly the loser of Texas-Ohio State if losses are competitive). Texas Tech sits right above Texas despite an easier schedule — market doesn’t fully buy Tech yet.
Fall Camp Intel – Arch Manning (1:40–6:00)
Biggest early story: Arch Manning’s confidence and leadership.

Last year’s mental flip happened around the Mississippi State game (more aggressive, freer, trash-talking). That swagger is showing up much earlier in 2026 fall camp.

Hosts emphasize the weight Arch carries (name, expectations, previous foot surgery). Staff has allowed him to just play football, which has slowed the game down for him.

Arch is the de facto leader of the locker room — critical for a team that needs to play for its quarterback.

Positive vibes around mechanics and decision-making post-injury. Will be the No. 1 thing to watch once games start (even vs. Texas State).
Offensive Line (6:00–11:50)
Overall tone is positive and improved from last year’s issues.

Trevor Goosby: Best OL on the roster; dominating reps (walking people down except Colin Simmons).

Melvin Siani (portal addition): Playing with needed edge/nastiness, especially in the run game. Big for physical matchups (Georgia-type games).

Brandon Baker and Connor Robertson a year older and solid.

Left guard remains the question mark. Candidates: Lawrence Seymour (Tommy’s favorite to win the job once pads are fully on), Cole Hudson (23 starts in the system — safe Week 1 option if no clear winner), Jaden Chapman, Jackson Christian, Dylan Sikorski.

Consensus: Floor is higher than last year. Even if Cole Hudson starts early, the position group is better. Left side (Goosby-Hudson/Seymour-Robertson) should have cohesion advantages. Still needs to become “substantially better,” not just improved, for title contention.
Defensive Line & Overall Defense (11:50–16:00)
Clear story of camp so far: Interior DL looks excellent.

Justice Terry: Breakout candidate with highest confidence from Tommy. Up to ~290 lbs, special, stealing snaps. Expect him and Alex January to essentially split the backup DT role behind Hero Canoe; Terry may take the job as the season progresses. January still a draft pick either way.

Hero Canoe and Alex January are known quantities. Full group (edges + interior: Colin Simmons, Terry, Canoe, January, Zeno Mosolo, etc.) projects as one of the better units in the country — right there with Oklahoma, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Georgia (maybe a half-step behind Oregon).

Wide receivers also look the part (Cam Coleman catch highlighted from recent practice video).

Defense slightly ahead of offense (normal for early camp). Not one-sided, which is ideal. Scrimmage at end of the weekend will be a key measuring stick.

Will Muschamp hire already showing intensity/aggression benefits that the OL will have to match.

Rasheem Biles expected to be excellent at LB; Justin Cryer and Ty Anthony Smith also in the mix.
Offensive Stat Projections (rough estimates) (16:00–27:00)
Tommy’s numbers (emphasized as rough guesses):
Arch Manning
Completion %: 66%+ (key number; last year ~61.5%)

Passing yards: ~4,000 (would break Colt McCoy’s school record of 3,800 from 2008)

Passing TDs: 34

INTs: ~10 (more aggressive/free play style)

Rushing: 400–500 yards, ~8 TDs
Running Backs
Hollywood Smothers: Leading rusher, ~850–900 yards, 6–7 TDs (more shared workload than his NC State year)

Relique Brown: ~1,000 total yards (heavy receiving component, Jaden Blue-type role), ~700 rushing, 8–10 total TDs

Derek Cooper: ~350 yards, 4 TDs (CJ Baxter/Jared Gibson-type freshman change-of-pace role)

James Simon, Michael Terry, others factor in lightly. Three-headed monster with Cooper getting more late-season work.
Wide Receivers
Cam Coleman: ~1,100–1,200 yards (primary target, red-zone and all-around)

Ryan Wingo: ~1,000 yards, ~8 TDs (elite complementary piece; improved consistency)

Emmett Mosley: ~600 yards (injury history keeps projection conservative; upside higher)

Trio expected to dominate the target share; depth (Kalik Locke, Jermaine Bishop, etc.) fills in.
Tight Ends
No true Gunnar Helm-level TE1. Committee of Nick Townsend, Spencer Shannon, Michael Masunis, Emery Winston.

Group: ~800 yards, ~8 receiving TDs (Townsend leads both categories, ~4 TDs). Good blockers, lots of rotation. Townsend projects as the long-term TE1 (2027+).
Team Offense
~38.5 points per game (could be higher, but defense should allow more balanced/clock-control games rather than pure shootouts).

Top-10 unit expected. Improved efficiency and run game should reduce forced throws. Not 2019 LSU or 2020 Alabama numbers, but special and CFP-capable.
Defense projections deferred to next week.
Top 3 Offseason Gambles for Sarkisian & Staff (28:00–end)
Portal aggression level (especially OL/LB). They pursued big targets (Michigan guards, Joe Brunner from Wisconsin, Christian Aliago/Kay Uvele at LB, etc.) but didn’t land every one. Floor raised significantly, but left guard still open and some high-ceiling pieces (e.g., Nick Brooks to Alabama) left. “Did they do enough?” will be judged by results.

Retaining Kyle Flood as OL coach. Last year’s issues weren’t purely talent (eyes, technique, assignments). Flood has a strong resume (Joe Moore Award at Alabama), and the talent upgrade + continuity should help, but another year of the same problems with better players would be costly. Keeping him meant no new OC either — Sark is betting on himself as play-caller one more time.

Replacing PK with Will Muschamp as DC. Biggest structural change. Muschamp brings intensity, physicality, and program-culture impact (even if his pure play-calling rust is real). Hosts view it as a foundational hire more than a pure 2026 championship bet. Defense was already solid; changing the approach while largely keeping the offense the same raises the stakes.
Overall tone from hosts: Sarkisian made the right aggressive bets to turn “good” into “great.” Everything is lined up for a title run if the gambles pay off. Execution on Saturdays (starting with Ohio State) will decide it. Arch Manning as a Heisman finalist is very much on the table.
Closing notes: Scrimmage upcoming. Pads and full contact will clarify OL and other battles. Matthew had Wi-Fi issues and was mostly out. Back next Tuesday. Hook ’em.

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August 05Is Steve Sarkisian ACTUALLY On The Hot Seat / Texas Longhorns LIVE 113
Texas Longhorns LIVE 113 Episode Notes Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas “Tommy” Bresee Show: TexasVOCFB / Voice of College Football Sponsored by: FanDuel Focus: Is Steve Sarkisian actually on the hot seat? + Fall camp breakout candidates, X-factors, and Coaches Poll reaction
0:00 – Intro & Ohio State Betting Talk
Welcome to another edition of Texas Longhorns Live. Testing 7 p.m. ET slot on Tuesdays.

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Quick look at the Week 2 Ohio State game: Texas favored by 1.5. Over/under is 47.5.
Tommy: Leans under. Early-season games + two defenses that lost a lot of production often stay lower-scoring.

Matthew: Leans over. Both quarterbacks have a year under their belts and Texas has more offensive weapons. Last year’s 14-7 was an offensive stinker; expects a higher-scoring affair.
1:18 – Is Steve Sarkisian on the Hot Seat?
Core question raised around SEC Media Days.
Tommy’s take (firm no):
People pushing the narrative largely don’t want Texas to succeed and are planting the “hot seat” seed early so they can claim foresight later.

Context is critical: Texas was stuck around .500 and mediocre for over a decade (2010–2021 era under previous coaches). Sarkisian has the program closer to a title than it has been in a long time.

High expectations are fair (Texas should have them), but Sark has more runway/slack than critics admit.

Even a 9-3 year that barely makes (or misses) the playoff would not get him fired. Something closer to 7-5 or worse with a healthy roster would be required.

Longer-term view matters: firing him after a short-term disappointment risks tanking the recruiting pipeline and setting the program back for 2028–29 when the roster should again be elite.

More likely outcome than a mid-season or end-of-year firing: Sark goes on a deep run / wins a title and then leaves for the NFL (possible package deal involving Arch Manning or similar).
Matthew’s take (also no, with conditions):
Not on the hot seat unless the season completely bottoms out — which the talent level makes very unlikely short of catastrophic injuries.

This is the year before true hot-seat territory. Minimum bar for 2026: make the playoff and win at least one game. Anything less and 2027 becomes much more pressurized (possible need for SEC title or national title appearance).

Sark has set the standard by reaching the Final Four twice. Dropping significantly below that will invite questions, but Texas is not firing him over a solid-but-not-championship year.

If results disappoint, the more realistic short-term moves are staff changes (Kyle Flood is the name most often mentioned first; possible OC hire is the next step). Chris Del Conte (CDC) likes Sark and would only move if he already had a strong replacement lined up.

Possible future names floated hypothetically (distant): Kenny Dillingham (if Arizona State has a big year), Will Stein (Kentucky), Eric Morris later.
Additional context discussed:
Best skill players under Sark have largely been Tom Herman holdovers or transfers (Xavier Worthy the clearest pure Sark recruit who became a star). Newer classes (Ryan Wingo, Kalik Lockett, Daylon McCutcheon, etc.) will answer whether the developmental pipeline is fully online over the next 2–3 years.

Overall consensus of both hosts: Hot-seat talk is overblown. Sark has proven he can put a team in national title contention; the remaining step is finishing the job (or getting a couple of breaks).
10:48 – Fall Camp Breakout Candidates
Tommy’s #1: Justice Terry (DT)
Up to 290 lbs while still moving extremely well. Can play multiple techniques (3-tech, 4i, etc.).

Expects him to be a major contributor this year and, alongside Elijah Griffin, form one of the best DT tandems in the SEC (or country) by 2027.

Could push/work into the rotation behind (or with) the current starters and eventually take more snaps from Alex January.
Matthew’s picks:
Kalik Lockett (WR) – Make-or-break year. Has the talent to post 300–400 yards + 4–5 TDs as the WR4/rotation piece. Needs to stay healthy and force his way into a crowded group. Similarities noted with Cam Coleman (especially ball skills).

Jermaine Bishop Jr. (WR) – Extremely versatile (took DB reps this summer). Can play multiple spots; hard to keep off the field. Strong candidate to work into the rotation and potentially settle as a key depth/special-teams contributor who earns more offensive snaps.

Kobe Black (CB/S) – Needs a big year after a brief portal flirtation. Versatile enough to play boundary or nickel/safety. One of the primary candidates for the third corner/outside spot alongside Bo Mascoe and Grayson Littleton. Long, physical, good hip-flip traits.
Additional names discussed:
Jonah Williams (S) – Fully healthy after baseball-related issues. Has drawn consistent rave reviews whenever healthy. Safety room is fluid; he is one of several candidates (alongside Kobe Black, Derek Williams, etc.) who could solidify the back end next to Jelani McDonald.

Colton Vossick (Edge) – Pure health question. Elite length and high-end ability; needs to stay healthy enough to carve out edge rotation snaps behind Lance Jackson and Colin Simmons. Behind him sit several athletic pieces (Richard Wesley, Jamarian Carlton, etc.).

Tyler Atkinson (LB) – Freshman who has reportedly found his groove. Linebacker room has competition (Ty Anthony Smith, Rasheen Biles, Justin Cryer, Darius Snow, Rocky Cummings, Marcus Boswell). Could work into the LB3/LB4 role and potentially higher by season’s end.

Nick Townsend (TE) – Tight end room has seen a lot of positive buzz (Michael Masunis, Spencer Shannon also mentioned). Townsend viewed as the most well-rounded and the one most likely to earn consistent snaps, especially in 11 personnel. Athletic upside (11-second 100m at his size) is unique.
24:00-ish – Fall Camp X-Factors
Matthew’s primary X-factor: Nick Townsend
Freak athlete at tight end who can also block. Ceiling to be a B+ SEC tight end and unlock more of the offense (similar impact Gunnar Helm had in 2024). Offense will be good either way; a true difference-maker at TE elevates it to elite.
Broader X-factors:
Freshman class as a whole — Especially Tyler Atkinson, Derek Cooper, and Jermaine Bishop Jr. Meaningful contributions from a few of these players are viewed as important for the team to reach its ceiling (not necessarily All-Stars, but impactful snaps, special teams, short-yardage, etc.).

Will Muschamp’s adaptation — How he mixes coverages, pressures, and personnel against modern offenses (particularly versus Ohio State and Jeremiah Smith). Personnel allows multiple looks; the scheme/adjustment period will be telling early.

Leadership & connectivity — Key returning leaders identified: Arch Manning, Trevor Goosby, Ryan Wingo, Colin Simmons, Jelani McDonald. Need them to fully integrate transfers and new pieces so the team stays cohesive through a long, tough schedule. Hosts feel leadership is better than last year, with Arch taking a bigger step.

Red-zone efficiency — Persistent issue since Bijan Robinson’s era. Team will create explosives, but must convert longer drives against elite defenses (Ohio State, Georgia, playoff opponents) to win a title. Derek Cooper, Michael Terry, Amari Winston, and better O-line play are potential solutions.

Staying healthy into Week 1 — Balance of preparation vs. avoiding soft-tissue or other injuries to key pieces (Rasheen Biles, Trevor Goosby, etc.). Roster is special; needs to stay intact.
Other notes: Cole Hudson (if available) viewed as a valuable non-starter leader who can help the O-line room. Michael Terry could see creative usage (RB/TE/X) as they evaluate best long-term fit.
38:30 – Coaches Poll Reaction
Top 5 released: 1. Ohio State, 2. Oregon, 3. Georgia, 4. Texas, 5. Notre Dame.
Hosts’ consensus:
Texas at No. 4 is acceptable. Both group Oregon / Texas / Notre Dame as the three most talented rosters. Georgia’s placement is understandable given Kirby Smart’s track record and recent results vs. Texas.

Strong disagreement with Ohio State at No. 1. Viewed as similar to last year’s Texas team (heavy losses on defense, high expectations, questions about fully replacing generational talent). Matthew feels good about a 9-3 prediction for the Buckeyes.

Top 7 is a tight cluster that can be ordered almost any way. A&M (8), Oklahoma (9), and Ole Miss (10) are viewed as more vulnerable — especially A&M and Ole Miss, which both hosts expect to take steps back relative to preseason ranking.

Notable other rankings mentioned: Alabama 11, Texas Tech 12, LSU 13, USC 14, BYU 15, Michigan 16, Penn State 17, Tennessee 18, Washington 19, SMU 20, Utah 21, Iowa 22, Clemson 23, Houston 24, Missouri 25.

Surprises / teams that could move: Louisville belongs in the top 25 conversation. Michigan under Kyle Whittingham (with a strong run game) could be dangerous, especially if they beat Oklahoma. Clemson and Missouri were the two ranked teams the hosts were least convinced by.
Closing
Episode 113 of Texas Longhorns Live.

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Overall tone of the episode: Measured and optimistic on Sarkisian’s job security and the roster’s upside, with clear eyes on the remaining developmental and scheme questions that will be answered in fall camp and early in the season.

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July 22Sec Media Poll Preview / Texas Longhorns LIVE 112
Episode Notes: Texas Longhorns LIVE #112 – SEC Media Poll Preview Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee (Tommy) Show: TexasVOCFB Length: ~31 minutes Date: Aired shortly before SEC Media Days (July 2026 context)
Episode Summary
The 112th episode of Texas Longhorns LIVE focuses on two main topics: the surprising potential return of former Texas offensive lineman Cole Hudson and a preview of SEC Media Days + the SEC Media Poll. The hosts discuss roster implications for Texas, broader NCAA eligibility issues, excitement around Media Days, and their predictions for how the media will rank SEC teams.
Key Segments & Highlights
1. Cole Hudson Situation (Opening ~15 minutes)
Cole Hudson (OL) is in Browns rookie minicamp but is appealing for an extra year of eligibility under the new "five to play five" rule.

Hosts view this as a net positive for Texas due to much-needed interior offensive line depth.

Hudson brings significant experience (48 games, 23 starts).

Depth benefit: Hudson + Dylan Sikorski + Lawrence Seymour provides solid interior options.

Consensus: Hudson is unlikely to start immediately. Lawrence Seymour is seen as the better current player and better pass protector. Hudson would likely serve as a high-floor veteran backup/mentor.

Discussion on precedent: Not ideal for college football optics, but the rule exists and others have benefited. Likely a one-off rather than a trend.

Speculation on who initiated contact and NIL/pay considerations (Texas likely offering more than practice squad).
2. SEC Media Days Preview
Texas speaks later in the week (Sark one of the last coaches).

Players expected: Arch Manning, Colin Simmons, Trevor Goosby.

Biggest anticipated moments:
Colin Simmons: Guaranteed to deliver headlines/trash talk.

Arch Manning: Tone shift expected as a returning starter; media hype will be intense.

Steve Sarkisian: Expected to emphasize Texas’s tough strength of schedule (3rd toughest per FPI) and show confidence.

Trevor Goosby: Valuable insight on the rebuilt offensive line (Seymour, Siani, etc.) as a veteran leader.

Freshmen class (Jermaine Bishop Jr., Derek Cooper, etc.) expected to get significant buzz.
3. SEC Media Poll Predictions
Hosts’ expected media top 5: Georgia, Texas, LSU, Alabama/Ole Miss/A&M mix.

Matthew Miller’s predicted media order: Texas, Georgia, LSU, Alabama, Oklahoma.

Tommy’s lean: Georgia 1, Texas 2, then Ole Miss/LSU/A&M heavy.

Agreement on Georgia/Texas as clear 1-2 (order TBD; hosts lean Georgia until Texas beats them).

Debate on 3-7 tier: LSU (high roster talent/hype), Alabama (lingering brand power but some skepticism on Kalen DeBoer), Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Ole Miss.

Concerns: Ole Miss coaching changes (Lane Kiffin departure, offensive scheme shift); A&M O-line integration.

Bottom of the league: Arkansas predicted last; Vanderbilt second-to-last. High respect for conference depth overall.
Notable Quotes / Takeaways
On Hudson: “It can only be a good thing… provides a very good floor for this Texas offensive line.”

On Seymour vs. Hudson: Lawrence Seymour is the better player right now.

On Colin Simmons: “He is going to make headlines… will take a shot at someone.”

On Sark: Expected to fire up strength-of-schedule conversation.

General vibe: Cautious optimism for Texas entering the season; excitement for fall camp and freshmen impact.
Closing
Standard calls to like/subscribe + comment predictions for #1 and #16 in the SEC poll.

Next episode time change note: Moving to 7 p.m. ET.
Overall Tone: Balanced, insightful, and Texas-centric but realistic about Georgia and the gauntlet of the SEC. Strong focus on offensive line depth as a key variable for Texas’s ceiling.

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July 16Texas Longhorns LIVE 111/ Will Monshun Sales Pick Texas?
Episode Notes: Texas Longhorns LIVE #111 Title: Will Monshun Sales Pick Texas? Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee (TexasVOCFB) Format: Special Wednesday edition (sponsored by FanDuel) Length: ~52 minutes (based on transcript timestamps)
Key Segments & Takeaways
1. World Cup Final Preview (Spain vs Argentina)
Spain favored at -156, Argentina +136.

Hosts lean Spain but acknowledge Argentina’s magic (Messi factor) and recent luck/skill.

Excitement around Messi vs. young star Lamine Yamal.
2. Recruiting: Top Remaining Targets
Monshun Sales (Top Priority): Commits Friday. Texas vs. Indiana toss-up (51/49 lean Texas). Staff closing ability highlighted (Atkinson, Wingo precedents). Possible flip potential post-commitment. ~80% chance Texas lands Sales or Easton Royal; ~25% both.

Easton Royal: Fits Sark system well; LSU pushing hard. X-receiver emphasis (importance of dominant X like AD Mitchell/Golden).

Landen Williams-Callis (RB): Missouri pushing (early playing time, NIL). Texas favored for development/winning upside. Comp to supercharged Jaden Blue. High priority; commitment expected before season.

Other Names to Watch:
Josiah Poyer (LB, USC commit, St. John Bosco).

Honor (or similar; USC safety commit).

Toa Tosi-Taylor (LB, Oregon commit) – high-upside target.

DJ Jacobs (#1 player overall) – Long shot but Texas in mix if Sales misses.

Jalen Brewster – Low probability due to Texas Tech NIL (land deal).
3. Texas Recruiting Outlook
Class at ~22 commits; targeting ~25. Headliners: Sales, Williams Callas, Royal.

Strong recent momentum (Pat McAfee show commitments).

Portal strategy emphasized for LB depth.

Broader context: NIL landscape, constant fighting until signing day.
4. Top 5 Players Texas Cannot Lose to Injury (for Natty Contention)
#5 (Bresee): Jelani McDonald (S) – Versatility, communication key for aggressive defense.

#5 (Miller): Cam Coleman (WR) – Gravity, YAC, elevates Wingo/others; game-changer like AD Mitchell.

#4: Rasheem Biles (LB) – Chess piece, playmaking (tackles, sacks, INTs).

#3-4: Colin Simmons (Edge) – Best defensive player in country; forces extra attention.

#2: Brandon Baker (OL) or Trevor Goosby (OL) – Injury protection + elite play (Baker’s versatility at G/T).

#1 (Both): Arch Manning (QB) – Ceiling-raiser; backup KJ Lacey unproven for full Natty run.
5. Roster Discussion: "Flawless"?
Consensus: No flawless rosters in modern CFB (NIL/portal era).

Texas has the best roster in the country (talent, experience, coaching) but holes remain:
Linebacker depth (thin after transfers).

Offensive line depth/guard questions.

Safety (if Williams regresses).

Strengths: Elite QB, RBs, WRs, defensive stars (Simmons, etc.).

2026 outlook: Potential rebuild; this year is the peak window.
6. Closing & Viewer Interaction
Like/subscribe calls; FanDuel promo.

Emphasis on living up to high expectations (likely top-3 preseason ranking).

Sark’s job: Close small gaps (1-5 plays per game).
Overall Tone: Optimistic on Texas’ 2026-27 outlook, realistic about challenges. Heavy focus on recruiting urgency and key personnel. Strong chemistry between hosts with data-driven analysis mixed with fan passion.
Notable Quotes:
On Sales/Royal: “I would put that at about eighty percent [landing one].”

On roster: “You have as many answers as anyone in the country.”

On Arch: “If he gets hurt, Texas wins the national championship? ... one percent chance.”

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53 min
July 01Who Starts On Defense? / Texas Longhorns LIVE 109
Episode Notes: Who Starts On Defense? / Texas Longhorns LIVE 109 Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee (TexasVOCFB / Voice of College Football) Focus: Summer workout intel, defensive depth chart projections, position battles, and early 2026 season outlook for the Texas Longhorns.
Key Segments & Takeaways
1. Opening / Texas vs. Texas State Preview
Texas favored by ~31.5 points; over/under ~60.5.

Hosts expect Texas to cover and the game to go over due to late-game scoring against backups.

Emphasis on Steve Sarkeesian seeking style points against weaker opponents.
2. Summer Workout Intel & Position Changes
Kobe Black: Moving to safety (possibly free safety/center fielder role). Hosts love the move—better physical fit (long, rangy), improves ball skills in secondary. Boosts confidence in corner depth (Samari Matthews, Warren Roberson).

Xavier Fils-Aimé: Shifting toward nickel. Versatile cross-training expected across nickel/safety roles depending on opponent, down, and personnel (e.g., vs. run-heavy teams).

Overall theme: High versatility and depth in the secondary; Will Muschamp will experiment heavily.
3. Defensive Depth Chart Discussion ("Who Starts On Defense?")
Nose Tackle/Interior DL: Ian Jafard expected to start early, but rotation likely. Strong depth with Hero Canoe & Alex January leading; Murad Watson, Josiah Sharma, Justice Terry, and others provide two-deep starters. High upside and rotation expected.

Edge: Colin Simmons + Lance Jackson projected as elite starter duo (potentially top in country). Limited rotation possible—Zeno Mozilo, Colton Vasek (health key), Richard Wesley as key backups. High floor with star potential.

Linebacker: Biggest question mark due to depth.
Starters: Rasheem Biles (Mike, critical leader/freak athlete—cannot get hurt), Ty Anthony Smith.

Brad Spence in 3-LB sets.

Freshmen: Rocky Cummings emerging fastest (physical, coverage-ready); Tyler Atkinson (pass rush upside, needs time); Kosi Akpala.

Others: Justin Cryer (experience), Darius Snow (health-dependent wildcard).

Concern: Injuries would force heavy reliance on unproven freshmen/young players. Room has high ceiling but thin margin.
4. Other Notable Position Notes
Offensive Line: Positive summer buzz on depth (Devin Coleman, Andre Kojo as swing tackle). Addresses prior concerns.

Freshman Linebackers: Trio (Cummings, Atkinson, Akpala) physically ready; Rocky Cummings highlighted as potential early impact player.

Wide Receivers: Extremely deep and talented; rotation of 5–6 expected. Justice Terry, Kalik Lockett, Jermaine Bishop Jr., Daylon McCutcheon among standouts.

Secondary: Strong with cross-training and returning talent.
5. Top 3 Concerns for 2026 Season
Sarkisian Adaptation: Must adjust schemes/personnel faster to available players (less rigid 12-personnel, workhorse RB, etc.) rather than ideal vision.

Physicality vs. Elite Competition: Must win key short-yardage/physical moments against top teams (Ohio State, Georgia, etc.).

Arch Manning’s Development / Pressure Handling: Needs cleaner play (accuracy on underneath routes, decision-making) to reach national title level; early pressure could create cracks.

Bonus: Linebacker depth/injury risk remains a major vulnerability.
Overall Tone & Outlook
Optimistic on talent and depth in most areas (especially DL, edge, WR, secondary). Defensive experimentation under Muschamp is a major storyline. Linebacker health and Sark’s in-season adaptability are the biggest “ifs” for a championship run. Hosts stress proving summer hype on the field, especially in early tests.
Closing: Standard calls to like/subscribe; tease future episodes and recruiting news.

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June 30DL Jason Johnson Commits To Texas! Longhorns Hot Streak Continues!
Video Notes: "DL Jason Johnson Commits To Texas! Longhorns Hot Streak Continues!" Host: Thomas Bresee (TexasVOCFB) Length: ~9:33 Topic: 3-star DL Jason Johnson commitment to Texas (9th commitment of June) Player Profile: 6'4, 280 lbs, Ascita High School (Umble, Texas), 6A ball
Overall Summary
Texas lands a high-upside, long defensive lineman in Jason Johnson, who beat out strong interest from Mississippi State, LSU, Florida, Cal, and Vanderbilt. Bresee highlights Johnson's strength at the point of attack, run-game dominance, solid first step, and anchoring ability. He projects as an interior DL who could add weight (to 305-315) and develop into a versatile pass rusher with NFL potential, drawing comparisons to Byron Murphy and Alfred Collins. This is viewed as a "buy-low" high-ceiling addition that fits Kenny Baker's defensive line vision and builds foundational depth for the class. The episode also teases upcoming commitments like Brandon Sherard (July 1) and Ishmail Kamar (potentially soon/biggest of the cycle).
Timestamped Key Segments
0:00 - 0:29 – Intro & Commitment Announcement
Welcome and immediate announcement: Jason Johnson, 3-star DL from Ascita HS, commits to Texas.

Size: 6'4, 280 lbs, very long frame.

Beat out: Mississippi State, LSU, Florida, Cal, Vanderbilt.
0:29 - 1:50 – Player Evaluation & Strengths
High-level interest from top defensive coordinators (Tosh Lupo at LSU, Cal at Florida) validates the talent.

Elite at point of attack: Strong first punch, snaps OL backward, hard to move.

Run-game nightmare: Resets the line, generates TFLs or minimal gains.

Good first step for 280 lbs; uses hands well, slip moves into backfield.

Aggressive bull rush; potential to develop more pass-rush moves.

Comparison: Could evolve into a Byron Murphy / Alfred Collins type (versatility inside/out in HS).
1:50 - 3:27 – Projection, Development & High School Context
Current projection: Interior DL; likely adds to 305-315 lbs in college.

Excellent anchor and counter ability when losing initial battles (low pad level, knee drop like Murphy).

Plays big-time 6A Texas football — helps with speed of game and facing talent.

Surprised he's still rated 3-star; high ceiling player.
3:27 - 5:44 – Class Context & Long-Term Outlook
Fits perfectly with Kasi Curry already committed; missed out on Marcus Fakatau (to Ohio State).

"Perfect buy-low prospect" with NFL ceiling.

Needs weight and refined pass-rush moves but has special potential.

Likely redshirt freshman year; impact expected in 2028-2029.

Important foundational piece for depth, especially in the portal era.
5:44 - 9:33 – Next Commitments & Recruiting Outlook
Brandon Sherard (DB): Expected July 1; Texas leading, strong visit, helps elite secondary with Montrey Jackson, Junior Tuo, John Meredith.

Ishmail Kamar: Biggest potential commitment of cycle (Kelvin Banks-level talent, immediate impact); timeline uncertain but Texas gaining on Oregon; academics/early graduation factor.

Landon Williams Callus (RB): Mentioned as future target with family ties.

Texas on a hot streak; more commitments likely in July; all-in on recruiting for an "all-in" season.
Key Quotes
"Really long defensive lineman... constantly snapping offensive linemen back on his highlight tape with his first punch."

"A real nightmare in the run game... does a great job of resetting the offensive line in his favor."

"I think this could be a pretty special player and someone that turns into a massive success story."

"If I had to pick one lower star player in this class to hit, probably pick Jason Johnson."

On Kamar: "This is a special special player at a position that you badly need... Kelvin Banks level player."

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