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Split zone. Find your lane, cut and go. Could easily see Goosby & Siani with that kickout block in space.

You will notice Smothers is at his best reading and setting up blocks once he gets to the second level. Another instance here.

the vision and cutback here is great. Smothers behind last year’s offensive line would have helped tremendously, given this was common place off the LOS. Add in the breakaway speed.

I would love to see the reverse end zone shot here. Because how did Smothers find a way out of this one in the backfield? Regardless, patience is going to be a common theme here

Taking a Look at Hollywood Smothers' Fit in the Texas Offense *** Earlier in the week, we took a look at Raleek Brown's fit in the Texas offense. Today, it is Hollywood Smothers' turn. Smothers was a 1st Team All-ACC honoree at NC State. In 2025, Smothers ran for 939 yards and six touchdowns on 160 rush attempts. Out of the backfield, Smothers also hauled in 37 receptions for 189 yards and a touchdown. Enjoy some highlights here. -- I wanted to share some All 22 clips from the 2025 season showcasing Smothers', while also giving an idea of how it may translate to the Steve Sarkisian offense in 2026.

Just so good. GOAT

That was spectacular

That would be massive for the ceiling of the 2026 team.

Rocky has been a standout since he stepped foot on campus.

If Justus Terry ends up with 25-35 snaps per game, I would be over the moon. He would also be a 6-7 sack player.

Completely agree. Should be plenty of options for Texas this fall.

I like the pick. Should have been a freshman All-American.

Regardless, a very talented group to work with. Add former five-stars: Brandon Baker (composite) Jermaine Bishop Jr. (247) Xavier Filsaime (composite) Jonah Williams (composite) Kade Phillips (composite) Tyler Atkinson (composite) Kaliq Lockett (composite)

Which Longhorns Join an All-Conference Team in 2026? *** I was going through reasons for optimism with this Texas roster and came across the conversation of All-Conference level players. Based off of just the 2025 seasons, this is what the 2026 roster shakes out when it comes to players who received All-Conference honors. Consider this, but also include the likes of Arch Manning, Cam Coleman, Emmett Mosley V, Jelani McDonald, Hero Kanu, Melvin Siani, Ian Geffrard and Brad Spence are all set to fill out the roster. So I pose this question: Which Longhorn, who has not received an previous All-Conference honors, is most likely to be listed on the All-SEC roster by year's end? Arch Manning and Cam Coleman probably lead the way. Any bites on a Kade Phillips? What about a Melvin Siani? Let me know what you think.

Lol, that was my takeaway !

Whoops!

Think you're going to end up being correct. I like it.

Watched the MSST game, but not Tech. Would imagine there wasn't much success against Tech given how talented that front seven was. vs. MSST, ASU had most of their success in gap running. They couldn't do anything consistently in zone schemes.

A strong running game will also make the play action pass more explosive as well. Get the entire offense clicking, and look out!

I was surprised not to see Leavitt. But I guess it really shouldn't be a huge surprise.

The SEC has released the Media Days attendees for the 16 representative schools. Texas will bring QB Arch Manning, LT Trevor Goosby and EDGE Colin Simmons and will be on the podium Thursday afternoon. Here is the complete list of attendees for when the SEC takes over Tampa, Florida beginning next Monday. Alabama Zabien Brown, DB Ryan Coleman-Williams, WR Bray Hubbard, DB Arkansas Caden Kitler, OL Quincy Rhodes Jr., DE Sutton Smith, RB Auburn Champ Anthony, DB Byrum Brown, QB Alex McPherson, K Florida Jadan Baugh, RB Myles Graham, LB Vernell Brown III, WR Georgia Drew Bobo, OL Gunner Stockton, QB Raylen Wilson, LB Kentucky Ty Bryant, S Kenny Minchey, QB Willie Rodriguez, TE LSU TJ Dottery, LB Trey’Dez Green, TE Whit Weeks, LB Ole Miss Trinidad Chambliss, QB Will Echoles, DT Kewan Lacy, RB Mississippi State Anthony Evans III, WR Kelley Jones, CB Kamario Taylor, QB Missouri Cayden Green, OL Jamal Roberts, RB Nicholas Rodriguez, LB Oklahoma John Mateer, QB Eddy Pierre-Louis, OL Taylor Wein, DL South Carolina Nyck Harbor, WR LaNorris Sellers, QB Peyton Williams, DB Tennessee DeSean Bishop, RB Arion Carter, LB Jeremiah Telander, LB Texas Trevor Goosby, OL Arch Manning, QB Colin Simmons, DE Texas A&M Daymion Sanford, LB Marcus Ratcliffe, S Marcel Reed, QB Vanderbilt Sedrick Alexander, RB Issa Ouattara, DL Junior Sherrill, WR

If the Texas offensive line can find the second level of the defense often – Seymore-Robertson-Baker – then Brown is going to have a really successful season.

Raleek Brown in the Big 12 last year had the – 2nd most missed tackles forced (55) 2nd most runs of 10+ yards (31) Longest rush of any RB in the conference (88 yards) Most targets of any RB (46) Most snaps where he ran a route (273... 56 more than any other back)

Get to the second level and let the speed and instincts take over. Not sure how often Brown will be able to make this right turn in the SEC, but it showcases his speed and agility pretty well on this run