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

Mike "Hardball" Hardge interviews Texas Quarterback Arch Manning. He discusses what the team is looking forward to in the upcoming season. He discusses the Manning Camp's attendance at SEC Media Day. What keeps him grounded coming into the season? He debated learning as a backup to Quinn Ewers and working with Coach Sarkisian. He discusses the offensive line and wide receiver crew. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

The guys have Bill Liucci of TexAgs.com on. They discuss the Texas and Texas A&M rivalry. The Aggies' war hymn was played over the Texas fight song when Coach Sarkisian was introduced. They discuss how well Texas players handled themselves during media day. Why did the Aggies not bring projected starting quarterback Marcel Reed? How Aggies' Head Coach Mike Elko dealt with the decision of players to get to media day. Lastly, what's he most excited about coming into the season from the Aggs? You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

The guys have Lance Taylor of "The Next Round" podcast and LanceLock.com. He gives his opinion on the Major League Baseball All-Star game ending in a swing-off. What are the SEC fans' feelings on Texas's success in its first year in the conference? We get his thoughts on the Texas schedule in the SEC. Additionally, we learn about the intensity of the Alabama and Auburn rivalry. You can listen to it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

Today, the Harge is in Atlanta for SEC Media Day, and we hear from Texas Longhorn Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian speaking with Craig Way. Texas players did an excellent job handling themselves with the media. More Arch Manning love from Paul Finebaum. Texas has players drafted in the Major League Baseball Draft. The MLB All-Star Game decided on a Home Run battle. “The World Strongest Take” that included a “You Suck,” to RG3. Plus, interviews with Lance Taylor of “The Next Round” podcast and LanceLock.com. Texas players Arch Manning and Anthony Hill Jr speak with Mike Hardge. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today, the guys talk to award-winning executive producer Paul Martin as he discusses his upcoming docuseries, "Any Given Saturday," detailing the SEC conference. He explains the series' focus. How familiar he was as a fan before the series. The docuseries details how college football is a pillar of the communities. The shock of realizing that some teams' mascots are real-life wild animals. He gives his opinions on the next evolution of sports docuseries. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

Today, the guys talk to legendary sportswriter Mr. SEC Tony Barnhart as he wraps up his 50 years as a sportswriter. He plans to write a book detailing his final year of service. He explains his plans after the season, including spending time with his family. He details his biggest surprise covering the SEC. He gives his opinion on NIL. He tells his most remarkable memory in his writing career. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today, the guys are in Atlanta, Georgia, for SEC Media Day. The SEC Commissioner gives his thoughts on the Southeastern Conference's strength of schedule. We see how the conference foes view the Longhorns this season. Seattle Mariners Catcher Cal Raleigh won the Major League Baseball Home Run Derby. The New York Jets pay Wide Receiver Garrett Wilson. ESPN ranks the NFL quarterbacks. Plus, conversations with Joe Cook of Inside Texas, Mr. SEC, legendary sportswriter Tony Barnhart, and Executive Producer of the upcoming docuseries Any Given Saturday, Paul Martin. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

Today, the guys will discuss the start of SEC Media Days and Pro Football Focus's 50 College Football players to watch this year. The Major League Baseball Draft began, and who was the #1 pick? Where did the Longhorn players land? LeBron doesn't feel appreciated by the Lakers. SEC Odds for wins, what are the expectations for the Longhorns? The Athletic gives their opinion on the best pick for each team in the NFL for next season, and some Lifetime Longhorn stars are listed. CJ Stroud had a great offseason. The MLB Home Run Derby is tomorrow, and what to expect is that it's Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani's league right now. Plus, "The World's Strongest Take" and a "Hardge Knocks Life!" You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

Today, the guys talk about Cooper Flagg's NBA Summer League debut. The Thunder locked up their third in their Big Three to a long-term deal. Fireworks blinded Naja Harris. Xavier Worthy had some things to say to Kay Adams. The Texas Longhorns baseball team has two players looking forward to the draft. Cowboys' linemen are saying and thinking the right things. Cam Newton hypes up the SEC. Paul Finebaum have issues with college football loyalty. "The World's Strongest Take!" Plus, conversations with Austin Gamblers' CEO JJ Gottsch and Orangebloods.com's Zach Symm. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"

Today, the guys have Cedric Griffin from Lifetime Longhorn on the Legends of the Locker Room segment, as he discusses youth training at Lago Vista and Marble Falls for Track and Field. He explains what he does to inspire kids to perform at their highest level. We get his thoughts on the Texas Longhorn football team’s resurgence to a winning tradition. He elaborates on how recruiting for his sons is going. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”