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JaReylan McCoy has committed to Florida.

Really enjoyed learning about Mauldin this morning, who actually died in WWII. Here is the Mauldin file: Stanley Mauldin, who wore jersey number 77, was a standout offensive lineman for the Texas Longhorns in the late 1930s and early 1940s, a period when college football was gaining national prominence. Below is a detailed overview of his collegiate career, pieced together from available historical records and context provided by your prior inquiries. Career Overview Position: Guard (Offensive Lineman) Years Active: Approximately 1939–1942 (exact years are slightly unclear due to limited records, but 1941–1942 are confirmed as his prominent seasons) Jersey Number: 77 Key Achievement: All-Southwest Conference (SWC) selection in 1942 Season Highlights 1941 Season Team Context: The 1941 Texas Longhorns, coached by Dana X. Bible, had an 8–1–1 record, finishing ranked No. 4 in the AP Poll. This was one of the strongest teams of the era, featuring players like quarterback Bobby Layne and running back Pete Layden. Mauldin’s Role: As a guard, Mauldin was a key component of the offensive line, protecting Layne and opening holes for the running game. The Longhorns’ success, including a 14–7 victory over No. 20 Washington in Seattle and a 7–7 tie against No. 2 Texas A&M, relied heavily on the line’s performance. Mauldin’s toughness and blocking were critical in an era when linemen played both offense and defense. Notable Game: Texas defeated No. 6 Baylor 21–7, showcasing the team’s dominance, with Mauldin contributing to a balanced attack that outgained opponents significantly. 1942 Season Team Context: The 1942 Longhorns went 9–2, finishing ranked No. 11. They won the Southwest Conference title and defeated Georgia Tech 14–7 in the Cotton Bowl, a significant postseason victory. This team continued to benefit from a strong offensive line, with Mauldin as a senior leader. Mauldin’s Performance: Mauldin earned All-Southwest Conference honors in 1942, recognizing him as one of the top linemen in the region. His physical play and leadership helped Texas maintain a potent offense, averaging over 20 points per game in an era of lower-scoring football. Cotton Bowl Contribution: In the Cotton Bowl victory, Mauldin’s line play was instrumental in controlling the trenches against a tough Georgia Tech squad, enabling Texas to secure a 14–7 win. Statistical and Historical Notes Limited Stats: Detailed individual statistics for linemen from the early 1940s are scarce, as the focus was on team performance and key plays rather than individual metrics like tackles or pancakes. Mauldin’s impact is best measured by his All-SWC recognition and the team’s success. Era Context: College football in the early 1940s featured single-platoon systems, meaning Mauldin likely played both offensive and defensive guard. Games were lower-scoring, and linemen were valued for their ability to dominate the line of scrimmage. Texas’ success (17–3–1 record over 1941–1942) reflects the strength of players like Mauldin. Teammates: Playing alongside future NFL star Bobby Layne and other SWC standouts, Mauldin was part of a talented roster that helped elevate Texas’ national profile. Legacy and Significance All-SWC Honor: Mauldin’s 1942 All-Southwest Conference selection places him among the elite players in a competitive conference that included Texas A&M, SMU, and Baylor. Team Success: His contributions to the 1941 (No. 4 ranking) and 1942 (SWC title, Cotton Bowl win) seasons highlight his role in a golden era for Texas football. Tragic End: Mauldin’s career is often remembered alongside his sacrifice in World War II. He was killed in action in 1948, which adds a layer of reverence to his legacy. His service and death are noted in Texas Longhorns historical accounts, making him a figure of both athletic and patriotic significance. Summary Stanley Mauldin was a key offensive guard for the Texas Longhorns during the 1941–1942 seasons, earning All-Southwest Conference honors in 1942 and contributing to a 17–3–1 record, an SWC title, and a Cotton Bowl victory. His role in protecting Bobby Layne and anchoring the line was vital to Texas’ success, and his All-SWC recognition underscores his skill. His legacy is further elevated by his wartime sacrifice, making him a notable figure in Longhorns history for No. 77.

I dunno. That’s multiple years of underperformance and this year, 34th for the men’s T&F is nowhere near ‘the standard’ and expectations CDC has clearly set for all programs. That would suck if the women do well overall but finish a bit short of securing the Directors Cup.

We are down to 77 days away until the Longhorns take on Ohio State. Who is your favorite Longhorn to wear number 77? Some options today: Kenneth Sims Brad Shearer Stanley Mauldin

To be fair, volleyball was coming off of back to back natties, baseball had a first year coach, and MBB fired their coach. Just sayin…

Of course no one would expect him to be 100% right out of the gate. My point was that someone who is cleared to rejoin team activities in June is not in danger of missing the entire season, short of a different injury or re-injury.

Was that her version of horns down but for Arkansas?

Momma cooked the breakfast with no hog.

Everyone wants to come to the Arm Farm 🤘🤘

This was a little surprising on my end, as they’re pretty much done with high school recruiting for 2026. However, the addition of elite arms is something they’ll keep the door open for.

My apologies on posting this a little late. It went down early this morning.

2023 Women's Outdoor Natty as well

2022. Indoor track.

Overall he has done a good job, yeah last couple years are down no doubt. But he won a Women's Natty Outdoors and other accomplishments on both men and women. Yeah the men's performance yesterday was brutal. To be fair volleyball didn't meet expectations , nor baseball with the choke against UTSA. Men's BB as well . So any of those teams could have given us the needed points. Track will get more scholarships due to House Settlement, so let's see how it goes.

Today is going to be a good day

Georgia is not being patient. 😉

Georgia has been doing really well in the portal.

I think it helps Texas in recruiting. I’m not bothered by horns down. I think it hilarious. It just seems weird for the head football coach to do it. I understand the players wanting to do it. Texas might be the only program in the country that has a hand sign that is used in the opposite manner by non Texas fans. It’s free advertising for the university imo. It helps weed out the prospects that want to go to OU and the prospects that want no part of OU like Felix Ojo. The fact that you have fan bases like Texas Tech, Texas A&M, Oklahoma State, bothered by OU prospects doing horns down means they might be going overboard. To be fair all of those schools have their own hand signs. But to see them getting annoyed by it lets you know it’s not a good look for BV and his recruits to do it all the time.

Any ideas who we might go after if CDC decided to make a change?

I think he gets next year

“NCAA not making available the schools where softball programs are profitable” What does this even mean? My point remains you seem to know enough to play the sexism card while not knowing the economics of the sport you’re criticizing. That seems rather incongruent to me.

The way tech is spending money on transfers and tampering, if they don’t win it all next year, they will be the laughing stock of the year. All that money to be 2nd or worst just isn’t the same.

Have no idea about what you’re talking about! I was referring to NCAA not making available the schools where softball programs are profitable As a former member of the Longhorn foundation my family had season tickets for many years. I am much older now & I am experiencing memory issues. So if I wasn’t clear I apologize.

You need the NCAA to get ticket prices? Yet you know enough to claim sexism. Gotcha

Word in the alley is CJ will be ready to go “sooner” than later.