Special teams are the red-headed stepchild of unit analysis, but they've been absolutely essential in some key moments and seasons in Longhorn history. Why were elite Longhorn special teams so crucial in the 2005 and 2009 squads playing for national titles? Paul makes the case that elite special teams have been the hallmark of every great Longhorn team of recent memory. Don't believe it? Give the pod a listen and get the facts. They also discuss the secret reason for Matt Campbell's malaise and why the next step for Texas is not just special teams that negate the other team's unit, but actually score and drive outcomes. Finally, what do special teams say about a team's aggression, speed, youthful talent and attention to detail? Are they a leading indicator for your total program?

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