The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry

Today, we talked to Cale Gundy of "The Middle of the Day Show" in Oklahoma City, and he talks about the Oklahoma Sooners' expectations coming into the season. He talks about how important it is for OU Quarterback John Mateer and Head Coach Brent Venables to live up to expectations. He spoke about the impact of transferring Running Back Jadyn Ott. He gives us three freshmen to look out for in having an impact this season. He explains how important it is to recruit in the SEC in the trenches. He explains what it will take for the Sooner to be successful. Then he gives his prediction for the football team. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

Today, we are 10 days away from the Texas Longhorns traveling to Columbus, Ohio, to play against the Ohio State Buckeyes. The players met with he media yesterday. Arch Manning spoke about what he and the team improved on throughout camp. How playing an elite Texas defense is preparing him for the season. The team mentality has been and continues to be for challenging road games. Coach Steve Sarkisian talked about the importance of consistent tackling early on in the season. The Texas State Bobcats get ready for their last season in the Sun Belt Conference. What are their expectations? The Oklahoma Sooners have a critical season for their football team. Major League Baseball has some unique ideas up for realignment. Plus, conversations with Danny Davis of the Austin American-Statesman, Keff Chardello of “Win Now or Get Bent” podcast, and Cale Gundy of “The Middle of the Day Show” in Oklahoma City. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today, we are 11 days away from Texas vs Ohio State, and Coach Sarkisian talked to the media yesterday. Ohio State announced its starting quarterback. The Bengals and Commanders played last night, and it wasn’t good. Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte received an extension. The Cowboys documentary “The Gambler” comes out today. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, conversations with Joe Cook of Inside Texas and On3. Austin Gambler Head Coach Michael Gaffney and voice of the Houston Texans Marc Vandermeer. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today, we are 12 days away from the upcoming big game between our Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Texas football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian addressed the media after Saturday's scrimmage and discussed preparations for the big game, position battles still going on, how key players are responding, and the most significant concerns. We also have some NFL talk as the guys discuss what's going on in Cleveland after Dillion Gabriel's recent comments, Deshaun Watson's possible return, and some former Longhorn players played great this weekend in preseason action. Scottie Scheffler is still that man in the PGA. A "Hardge Knocks Life" and "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, we have the CEO of the Austin Gamblers, JJ Gottsch, after the team's 3-0 sweep last weekend in Nashville, and he discusses the upcoming event in the Moody Center this weekend. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

Today, the Texas Longhorns football players met with the media. Colin Simmons talked about the improvement of the defense. CJ Baxter talks about his recovery from last year’s injury—Ryan Wingo discusses the wide receiver group. The Associated Press released the College Football All-Time All-Americans team. NBA schedules were released, and the Spurs will have some interesting games at the Moody Center. What expectations do the guys have in the NFL for the rookie quarterbacks? A “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, conversations with Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com and KVUE’s Anne-Parker Coleman. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today, we have a “Legends of the Locker Room” segment with Lifetime Longhorn defensive back Lance Gunn as he explains what he loves about this Texas Longhorn football team. He emphasizes how important it is for players to buy into the coaching staff and the team’s culture. He shares his feelings on the secondary, and Michael Taaffe represents the #16.  He also gives his opinion of Arch Manning and his expectations with Coach Sarkisian opening up the playbook. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today, we are 16 days away from the University of Texas Longhorns' College Football opener at The Horseshoe to play against the Ohio State Buckeyes. The guys preview the upcoming game. They also talk about the upcoming schedule for the Longhorns. There are some Holdouts in the NFL critical to teams' success. Taylor Swift was excited about this former Longhorn joining the Chiefs last season. What NFL coaches are on the hot seat coming into the season? The Longhorns Women's basketball team played a game against Puerto Rico in Toronto. How did they perform? Mark struggles with fantasy football. "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, a "Legends of the Locker Room" interview with Lifetime Longhorn defensive back Lance Gunn. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

Today, the guys talk about sports betting getting out of hand. Shohei Ohtani has some news issues that have been made public—more audio from Texas Longhorns football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian's meeting with the media on Monday. The Houston Texans love their style of play and are trying to find what's best for their coaching staff. The Dallas Cowboys continue to drive their fans up the wall. US Olympic Track Star Sha'Carri Richardson makes an apology video, well, sort of. College coaches love their job. ESPN released its All-American list. "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, a conversation with Austin American-Statesman's Danny Davis. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

Today, the guys talk about Texas Longhorns Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian speaking with the media yesterday as he talks about the team’s recent scrimmage and how the team is dealing with the Arch Manning hype. Texas is a 2.5 underdog in the opening game against Ohio State. An NFL tiers list is out, and the guys give their opinion on whether anyone is too high or too low. Steelers Defensive Lineman Cameron Heyward threatens to sit out the season for a new contract. Alex Bregman and Carlos Correa return to Houston. Former Texas Wide Receiver Mathew Golden has a special gift for his grandmother. “The World Strongest Take!” Conversations with Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schossnagle and Joe Cook of Inside Texas and On3. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schossnagle joined the guys as they talked about him joining the Nolan Ryan Foundation to raise money to replace the baseball fields in the Hill Country after the Central Texas floods. As for the Texas baseball coach, he tells the guys what he has been doing during the offseason. His recruiting efforts are finding guys who fit in at the University of Texas, keeping a leadership pipeline at Texas, and finding left-handed pitching in the transfer portal. He also tells the guys what it’s like to be around his fellow coaches in the athletic program.