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I asked Steve Sarkisian two questions at yesterday’s press conference: 1. Was the Missouri game the best example of a complimentary game from his offense and defense this year? 2. Can we expect to continue to see more of Jermaine Bishop moving forward? In short, the answers to both were yes. He provided some color for his reasoning. As it relates to complimentary play, he mentioned not only the overall effectiveness of the offense and defense but also called out the resiliency of each unit and specific players. For example, Warren Roberson was picked on early. He made perhaps the game’s deciding play. Ryan Niblett fumbled a kickoff but redeemed himself by making a big tackle downfield later. And after that fumbled kick return, Sark recalled that the defense responded with a three-and-out and Mizzou missed a field goal. As for Bishop’s future, I thought Sark gave the freshman the biggest compliment he can give a talented, young offensive player. “The moment is never too big for him,” he said of Bishop after also talking about how he’s made the most of his opportunities. ** Put “the moment is never too big for him” in the quote closet for Sark. But my favorite so far this year is his description of Rasheem Biles: “He’s a problem.” ** I went to basketball game last night. For those that know the sport and the Longhorns, please fill in the blank. Maya’s Vokietaitis is the most dominant Texas men’s basketball player since ______________. At one point in the second half, there were four Texas freshmen on the floor at the same time as Vokietaitis. Texas was pounding the rock inside and swishing threes on the outside. I mentioned it to Texas GM Chris Ogden on the way out the door of Moody last night and he was smiling about it. I’ll this: I know it’s still early but there is zero question in my mind that the 2026 basketball recruiting class is the best since 2006, which was the Kevin Durant, DJ Augustin class. Texas signed four freshmen who all have a distinct role on this team. Marcus Spears may be the most athletic, tall wing player the Horns have ever had. Ever. Austin Goosby’s matches his basketball ability with a strong basketball IQ. Joe Sterling is an absolute sniper behind the arc. And Bo Ogden seems to do a lot of things well, including the stuff that isn’t always picked up in the stat sheet. ** LSU painted the opposing locker room pink prior to the Alabama game. That didn’t seem to work. ** I spoke to Michael Masunas yesterday for Longhorn Network. After the interview he said he was surprised that no media member asked him about Sam Leavitt, the LSU quarterback. I asked him why. He said the two were teammates at Michigan State and he knew him pretty well. Also of note: Masunas is a fifth-year senior but has a medical year if he decides to use one next season. Hook’Em! View full news story

Let’s not act like this isn’t EVERY blue blood program in the nation including us

NIL plays a huge part and the players usually don't think like fans. In their minds they believe they can come in and be the difference. To turn things around. Though it might eventually fall apart regardless if they keep losing.

He might. Could cost them some top tier defensive recruits if he does.

Larry Johnson might retire. Hearing the same about Ohio St. Staff might be a huge shakeup.

Thank you, for the update so we have hope. Surprised that more players are not flipping out of A&M. Is there going to be any surprise visitors for Arkansaa?

Let’s win the natty, and flip some fatty.

@Gerry Hamilton any chance they are still in the ear of Kennedy Brown?

If Ohio State is smart they won't fire Larry Johnson, there's reports that more of their assistants (not the OC or DC) are about to get fired.

https://x.com/TrentLovePeople/status/2119941573567754715?a=aNY8uBa52MkVA05gHxs&s=20

That is great news. It would be awesome to get his commit !

Good to read. Texas generally keeps recruiting the top talent if they are open to the possibility, especially at important positions if they project as being able to contribute early in their career. Our IDL depth chart is more attractive than OHST imo. We now have scoreboard on Ohio St and they are slipping this season.

Ohio State has to be the worst big time job. They almost canned Day after numerous 9 and 10 win seasons for losing to Michigan then he saves himself ONLY by winning a natty. Then when their superstar QB goes down, the offense falls apart, and their spoiled idiotic fans are already clamoring for him to go. Granted—hiring Arthur Smith may not have been the best move after how he used Bijan—so maybe Ryan Day is really only good because of his wealth of talent. Anyway, with the wheels coming off, maybe Larry Johnson packs it in and we get Fakatou—which would be stupendous.

@Gerry Hamilton said “f it…flipmas posts”

The 3rd quarter and 4th quarters are complete opposites of each other, I know what I’ll be expecting. Good stuff Kumar.

The site looks great. One issue: At the far top left of each page, the On Texas Football logo that I often use to return to the home page is tiny, barely a dot.

Woah….

Go to topic listing's?

I think it should have been 16 but I ok with 24. 16 with no byes would be better.

Good stuff Kumar!

I honestly don't understand the criticism of Littleton on this play. Some people are looking at it as a missed opportunity for a defensive touchdown instead of looking at the bigger picture. This was about winning the game, not padding stats or making a highlight reel. He recognized the situation, understood the importance of the clock and Missouri's remaining timeouts, and made a decision that put the team's best interests ahead of his own. We were going to have a two-score lead either way. Why give Missouri more time and another opportunity to make something happen, especially considering our recent history with onside kicks? I also agree with the point about trust in the offense. Littleton was essentially saying, "I've done my part. Now let's finish this." That's leadership, awareness, and an unselfish team-first mentality. You don't always have to make the flashy play to make the winning play. I give the young man a lot of credit. That's exactly the kind of football IQ and selflessness you want from a Longhorn. 🤘 Come to think of it, I'm beginning to wonder if the coaches actually told the players NOT to score in that situation! 😂 Seriously, it wouldn't surprise me. Situational football, protecting the lead, managing the clock, and eliminating any unnecessary opportunities for Missouri to get back in the game. Everybody wants the highlight-reel touchdown, but sometimes the smartest play is the one that doesn't show up on the stat sheet. Maybe Littleton knew exactly what he was supposed to do. Either way, I thought it was a heads-up, team-first play. 🤘