Texas football legends Mack Brown, Vince Young and Colt McCoy join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou from the Athletes First Tailgate Tour for a special episode of THE STAMPEDE ahead of Saturday's Texas-Ohio State game.

The guys revisit some of the great Texas-Ohio State matchups of the past, break down Arch Manning's growth and discuss which offseason moves could get Texas over the hump.

Plus, they build a national championship lineup using only SEC players, examine the pressure on the Longhorns heading into this game and share the keys to a Texas victory.

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Three-time national champion Urban Meyer joins Mack Brown, Vince Young and Bob Ballou to preview Texas' showdown against Ohio State.

Meyer breaks down how the Longhorns should defend Jeremiah Smith, the group of Texas players that must step up on Saturday and what he took away from last year's meeting between the Longhorns and the Buckeyes.

He also shares what he looked for when evaluating quarterbacks, the keys to his coaching success and the difference between coaching at Ohio State and Florida.

Plus, Mack, Vince and Bob dive into Texas’ 59-7 rout of Texas State, Arch Manning’s performance against the Bobcats, the Longhorns’ run game and the lessons Texas can carry into its Week 2 matchup with Ohio State.

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Chapters

(00:00) Texas Routs Texas State

(02:37) Arch Manning's Performance

(07:39) Assessing Texas' Run Game

(10:01) What Can Texas Carry Into OSU?

(17:49) Do Past Texas-OSU Games Matter?

(24:02) Urban Meyer Joins the Show!

(28:49) The Keys to Meyer's Success

(30:29) Coaching at OSU vs. Florida

(32:38) Last Year's Texas-OSU Game

(34:21) Evaluating Quarterbacks

(36:26) Defending Jeremiah Smith

(38:28) Preparing for Marquee Matchups

(45:46) The Protect College Sports Act

(47:39) Can Texas Get Over the Hump?

(50:00) The Importance of Home Field Advantage

(54:28) Texas-OSU Prediction

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The Athletes First Tailgate Tour is returning to Austin! Join us on Friday, September 11th at Victory Lap (504 W. 24th Street, Austin, TX 78705) for the ultimate tailgate, featuring food, drinks, games and a live episode of THE STAMPEDE. For more information RSVP: https://tailgatetouraustin.rsvpify.com/

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Matthew McConaughey joins Mack Brown, Vince Young and Bob Ballou to talk expectations for Texas football in 2026, Rose Bowl memories and what motivates him today.

Matthew, Mack and Vince revisit some of their most memorable moments together, including Matthew's interaction with Vince ahead of the 2006 Rose Bowl and the practice Matthew attended in Mack's first year as Texas' head coach.

They also discuss how Matthew handles criticism, what drives him and his chemistry with Woody Harrelson.

To close the show, Matthew shares what excites him most about this year's Longhorns before taking on some rapid-fire questions.

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Chapters

(00:00) Matthew McConaughey Joins the Show!

(05:08) The Start of Mack's Relationship With McConaughey

(11:36) McConaughey's Relationship With UT Players

(25:44) McConaughey at the Rose Bowl

(31:03) McConaughey's Chemistry With Harrelson

(37:26) McConaughey on Mack

(45:32) Handling Criticism Like McConaughey

(49:45) Expectations for the 2026 Longhorns

(01:01:42) What Drives McConaughey Today?

(01:06:02) Speed Round

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"Untold: The Testimony of Vince Young" is available on Netflix now and Mack Brown, Vince Young and Bob Ballou are taking you inside the making of the documentary. Vince reveals why it was important for him to tell his story his way, his reaction to seeing the film for the first time and more!

Plus, the guys dive into the latest from Longhorns camp, including the dismissal of Ty'Anthony Smith, Arch Manning's play and how coaches challenge players during camp.

They wrap up the show by discussing Mack's trip to Birmingham to receive the Nick Saban Legacy Award, Texas' Week 1 matchup with Texas State and the SEC and Big Ten taking a stand against professional players returning to college football.

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Chapters

(00:00) Vince's Documentary Premieres

(05:31) The Emotions of Making the Documentary

(10:03) What Did the Documentary Miss?

(20:19) Texas's Top Priorities as Camp Closes

(31:42) Ty'Anthony Smith's Dismissal

(38:20) Mack Receives Nick Saban Legacy Award

(43:22) Texas vs. Texas State Preview

(51:37) SEC, B1G Take a Stand

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Former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel joins Mack Brown and Bob Ballou for a wide-ranging conversation covering Texas-Ohio State, Arch Manning’s growth, singing alongside Rascal Flatts and more!

They dive into the unforgettable 2005 showdown between the Longhorns and Buckeyes, the changing college football landscape, the future of the sport and the College Football Playoff format. They also look back on a memorable coaches trip to Iraq to visit U.S. troops.

Then, Mack and Bob discuss the tragic passing of Lake Travis football player Odin Hensley.

They wrap up the show by diving into Trevor Goosby’s injury, Melvin Siani’s emergence and the preseason AP Poll.

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Chapters

(00:00) Jim Tressel Joins the Show

(04:27) The '05 Texas-OSU Game

(07:17) Keeping Big Non-Conference Games

(10:00) Tressel on the Playoff

(13:10) The Coaches Trip to Iraq

(18:35) Life in Coaching vs. Politics

(25:12) The Future of College Sports

(28:30) What To Expect From Ohio State

(34:55) Remembering Odin Hensley

(41:07) Trevor Goosby's Injury

(46:26) AP Poll Released

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To run Arch Manning, or not to run Arch Manning, that is the question.

Mack Brown, Vince Young and Bob Ballou discuss how much Texas should utilize Arch Manning’s legs in 2026, how Mack balanced Vince’s game-changing running ability with the risk of injury, and the conversations Mack and Vince had on the subject en route to a national title.

The guys also dive into what Cole Hutson's return means for the offensive line, how Steve Sarkisian plans to work him back into the mix and "Untold: The Testimony of Vince Young," the upcoming documentary on Vince's life and career.

Plus, they answer YOUR questions! What does being part of the Longhorn family mean to Vince? How did an encounter with USC fans at a TGI Fridays motivate him before the national championship game? And which golf courses is Mack itching to play?

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Chapters

(00:00) New Documentary on Vince Young

(06:27) Cole Hutson Rejoins the Longhorns

(23:08) Texas' X-Factor Players

(30:39) How Much Should Arch Manning Run?

(46:01) Protect College Sports Act Vote Delayed

(51:41) Answering YOUR Questions

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What makes Arch Manning "dangerous" as the Longhorns get set for preseason camp? Mack Brown, Vince Young and Bob Ballou break down the biggest storylines heading into the season, including Manning's growth, how Will Muschamp will shape Texas' defense and the possibility of Cole Hutson suiting up for the Longhorns in 2026.

The guys also examine the SEC and Big Ten's support for the Protect College Sports Act and what it could mean for the future of college sports.

Plus, they dive into what preseason camp is really like for players and coaches and how teams channel the excitement of camp starting.

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Chapters

(00:00) 2026 Texas Hall of Honor Class

(05:25) What Is Camp Really Like?

(23:51) Colin Simmons at SEC Media Days

(31:45) Vince Sees a "Dangerous" Arch Manning

(37:28) Muschamp's Impact on the Defense

(41:33) Will Cole Hutson Play for Texas in 2026?

(47:18) The Protect College Sports Act Gains Momentum

(1:02:35) Bijan Robinson's Record-Setting Deal

(1:04:44) Texas Debuts at No. 4 in Coaches Poll

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Steve Sarkisian breaks down Arch Manning's growth, college football's "lawless society" and the changes he'd make to the game right now in a candid conversation with Mack Brown, Vince Young and CBS Austin's Bob Ballou.

Sark goes in-depth on Arch Manning's transformation into a true team leader, the Longhorns' brand-new indoor practice facility and how he's changed his approach to culture building after he “failed” last year’s team in that regard.

He also shares his thoughts on tampering, why he would eliminate the weekly College Football Playoff rankings and more!

What did YOU think of Sark's proposed changes to college football? Drop your reaction below.

Chapters

(00:00) Steve Sarkisian Joins the Show!

(02:04) Texas' New Indoor Facility

(07:28) Choosing Texas’ Media Day Reps

(10:08) How Has Arch Manning Grown?

(12:44) The Importance of the Run Game

(15:43) Sark's Approach to Culture Building

(20:39) College Football's Lawless Society

(27:37) Learning From Other Texas Coaches

(35:28) Sark's College Football Changes

(40:50) Reacting to Sark's Interview

(43:24) The Value of Media Day

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Four-time Olympic gold medalist Sanya Richards-Ross and two-time Super Bowl champion Aaron Ross join Mack Brown, Vince Young and Bob Ballou for an unforgettable episode of THE STAMPEDE!

Two Texas legends share the stories behind their journeys to the top of their sports.

Aaron looks back on the eligibility issue that nearly ended his Texas career before it began, while Sanya reflects on the disappointment of finishing third in the 400-meter final at the 2008 Olympics and the resilience it took to win gold in 2012.

Together, they discuss what the University of Texas means to them, the life lessons they learned through sports and how NIL and the transfer portal are reshaping college athletics.

Then, Mack Brown and Vince Young answer YOUR questions:

Have a question for Mack, Vince or Bob? Leave it in the comments!

Chapters

(00:00) Aaron Ross & Sanya Richards-Ross

(06:11) Aaron's Eligibility Story

(10:02) Fighting Through Adversity To Win Gold

(14:20) What Sports Teach You About Life

(18:33) Favorite Memories of Mack & Vince

(22:02) The Current State of College Sports

(26:35) The NFL vs. College Football

(32:53) Inspiring the Next Generation

(44:33) Did Vince Consider Returning in ’06?

(51:11) The Impact of Walk-Ons

(56:30) Lake Travis Stories

(1:00:09) Vince's Most Admired Teammate

(1:01:05) Why Did Mack Turn Down the NFL?

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On the latest episode of THE STAMPEDE, Mack Brown and Bob Ballou break down why Steve Sarkisian's offense needs more explosive plays this season and what it will take to make that happen. Mack explains how Texas' transfer portal additions can provide a spark and why Arch Manning's mobility could be the key to unlocking the Longhorns' full offensive potential.

Then, the guys discuss the NCAA's new age-based eligibility model, which eliminates traditional redshirt seasons and gives Division I athletes five years of eligibility. Mack reflects on the challenges of navigating the old redshirt rule and dives into why he believes this change is a good thing for both players and coaches.

Finally, Mack answers YOUR questions! Which play calls does he still think about? What was the wackiest game of his coaching career? And where does he stand on the grass vs. turf debate?

Have a question for Mack, Vince or Bob? Leave it in the comments!

Chapters

(00:00) Do You Have World Cup Fever?

(06:14) Can Texas Be More Explosive in 2026?

(15:01) Where Can Arch Still Grow?

(19:12) Talent vs. Culture

(27:48) Chris Johnson's ALS Diagnosis

(31:35) NCAA's New 5-for-5 Eligibility Model

(50:09) Mailbag Questions

The next episode of THE STAMPEDE will be released on Friday, July 17th. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT.

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