Sunday: Squaring Expectations

I agree with almost everything. 
 

I also think all the top projected teams have lost key players as well so it evens the playing field. 
 

UGA is in best shape but loses Bowers.  Two WRs and some OL. 
 

Michigan loses almost everything.

Ohio St in good shape with their additions I just don't trust Will Howard in a big game. Too many turnovers. 
 

so let's gooooo why not us. Plus I have QE to win the Heisman at +850

You’re right about other teams. Who else looks good in that regard?

I think it was Gerry who said we could actually be better than last year but have a worse record  and I agree. I’m thinking we should be good enough to get playoff invite and then make a run. Quinn’s play will be crucial in those games. Gotta hope the new DL and LB coach get the most out of their groups. 

As long as the culture progresses forward so too will the success of the team under sark. Quinn needs to take that next step as the overall leader of this team. This is his 3rd year and there shouldn’t be any questions as to who’s team this is. He needs to grab that by the throat and not let up from here on out. I liked hearing that ant hill has stepped into a leadership role on defense. Between him and jahdae Barron I think the defense will take a few games to get things to click, but as the season moves along the overall defense should be fine. I just hope they find it and find it fast. 
 

I thought 10 wins and a B12 title should’ve been the expectation last year and they did that and then some. I think 9-10 wins this year and finishing in the top 3 of the SEC and a playoff appearance is well attainable. We don’t live in a world anymore where 1-2 or even 3 losses will keep you from reaching your ultimate goal at the end of the season which of course is a national title 

Texas hasn't recruited and developed consistently well in a long time. Losing a good chunk of talent to the Draft and not missing a beat should feel weird at first but that's where Sark seemingly has us.

2 minutes ago, Bobby Burton said:

You’re right about other teams. Who else looks good in that regard?

Gotta throw ole miss in there. At least for the time being. Kiffin has killed it in the portal and while losing judkins hurts, they still should figure to be a 10 win team.

2 minutes ago, Bobby Burton said:

You’re right about other teams. Who else looks good in that regard?

I would assume Oregon is in good shape, especially with their 34 year old veteran QB.

3 minutes ago, Bobby Burton said:

You’re right about other teams. Who else looks good in that regard?

LSU loses Daniels and has to fix the defense.

ole Miss has a ton of quality additions just don't trust the continuity yet

oregon shoukd be better imo. 

It's probably about 2 things. 

-3rd year starter 4th year Heisman candidate QB

-Everyone else except Georgia, Oregon, and Ole Miss look down. 

Just the playoff teams you have Alabama, Washington, and Michigan starting from scratch losing a ton of starters, the HC, and the QB. That's big. 

Plus many teams are able to win big and even win it all with solid but not top 3 round in the draft DTs. Especially if they are really good in the back end and at edge. 

Not a lot of great looking QBs coming back after this very deep and quality QB class in the 2024 draft. 

That's gotta be the main reason Ewers decided to stay another year. 

Lots of reasons Texas looks like a quality buy in 24.

I'm expecting a run that mirrors the first decade this century. OL & QB should be better this year. WR is unexperienced but talentwise is equal to last year. At TE don't sell Helm short. Niblack is a great addition as well. DL and Mike is where the hit comes. You just don't replace three draft picks right in the middle of your defense in one year. Edge should be better. The return of Jahdae Barron is just as big as that of Ewers. Mukuba is definitely a step up. There are some young studs coming in on defense. Simmons, Black, Filsaime and Mack will all play next year.