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For some reason, regular season Kavan isn't as dominating as post-season Kavan. She hits another gear at the WCWS. OU's lineup is potent. They've always had the offense. The difference is that they haven't been able to get the top pitcher in the transfer portal like they used to pre-NIL days which allowed them to lock up the one of the few players able to shut down their offense. During their four-peat run from 2021-2024, 3 of the 4 aces on their staff were transfer pitchers. The only one that wasn't was Jordy Bahl (Frahm). Two years ago they tried to get Canady which likely would have gotten them a ship (thanks sand aggy). They've been bringing in transfer pitchers last few years as well but haven't been able to land the top of the elite pitchers like they previously did. Texas kept their ace and have solid help on paper. The lineup stands to be better this year (including new batting coach and offensive assistants). Texas' chances this year to win it all again are fairly good. Next year will be interesting depending on who stays as the only person who runs out of eligibility from the starting lineup is Vivi Martinez and Texas has already recruited an heir there.

With Markanen and Jackson going down last night the Jazz turned to Mo Bamba who had a good game. Bamba played 29 minutes 14 pts 7-8fgs 7 rbs 1 Apple and 4 blocks.

Hell yeah!

Sucks for Toronto, I know they had.. aspirations of a big year

Impact injuries are stacking up 5 games into season

I know its "as of today" but I don't see Utah staying in the mix...

I think Arch is a great kid and I sort of doubt the Mannings are dictating our offense. I think our offense is 1000% Sark's and Arch is not a great fit in that offense. So either change the play caller or the QB. Given the ceiling we have already hit in the running game predating Arch, I think I'd like to see a new play caller.

Losing Simmons, Kanu, Jelani, Biles, and Geffard will be tough on the defense. They could very well be better, but they'll need to fill some big shoes (Terry, Jackson, Zina, and others look capable of doing so!)

Arch came to Texas in hopes of being developed as a pro quarterback. He basically could have gone anywhere. Sark has always prioritized pocket passers in his programs. My guess is Sark would not part ways with Arch as it would mean he couldn’t develop him like he promised when he recruited him. I for one am all in for Arch using his legs more and Sark calling quicker passes. However, Sark prides himself on development. Not just at the quarterback position but all positions. That’s what brings elite high school players. Getting developed and going pro.

Yeah, I agree, but the end result, if we ever get there, actually benefits the program and other players as a whole. It’s just a high ceiling low floor situation.

I just don't see it happening. They are too classy and seemed to enjoy the University and Austin very much.

There are a 100 kids in the program. If the Mannings are truly dictating how the offense works, then I personally would move on. That is not good for the culture of the program.

Maybe I'm just negative, but when you've had 4 years in the system and you haven't seen much development then maybe it's time for a new QB. I would really like to see what KJ brings to this offense next year

Helluva decision on UT though, innit? Arch will continue to improve. I think that's a safe assumption. Are we ready to relinquish him just as he's getting better? Are we sure a handcuffed Arch isn't still better than Kacey or Bell? I mean, he sat for 2 years. Last year he ran on occasions, with success mind you. But this year, you can just tell he's making an effort to NOT take off and run. Sark even said he wishes Arch would run more. So what it is? Whos' really making this call here?

Yes. Rebuild the coaching staff and roster a bit so Texas can have a CFP Quarterfinal floor next season.

At Utah would be spicy...

If the Mannings want him to work on being a prototypical NFL dropback QB then that is fine. Just not on Texas's dime IMO. He flourishes whenever we call spread stuff. I don't see how it's good for UT for a player family to drive our style of offense. I think Arch is a great kid but if that is the path they want then probably go somewhere else.

I don't really watch the NFL, so don't know the answer, but does the NFL run much spread? My impression is that there's a mandate from the Manning camp to develop Arch into a prototypical drop back NFL QB, and Sark is doing just that, shoving post graduate level workload onto a gifted college kid. I do believe Arch can do real damage at the college level by incorporating more a spread offense and running more, but that's not the deal with the Mannings.

Arch just does a lot better with more spread concepts in the passing game and a viable running game. I don't trust play caller Sark to deliver that consistently. If we roll with Arch, then we need a new OC/play caller with more spread game and proven running game credentials. Otherwise, Arch is better off (and we are too) going somewhere else.

Actually just tried to double check this with an agent who knows NCAA rules better than me and he said Masunas will only be eligible to come back in 2027 if he was granted the waiver before July 31st. 7/31 was the cutoff date no matter what apparently. I'm under the impression Masunas does not have that waiver. When the NCAA passed 5 for 5 they also passed that cutoff date which I did not know about