Jeff Howe

Good pickups! I like Optic because of the "Rated Rookie" logo. I always think of the Juan Gonzalez reverse negative from 1990 Donruss when I see that logo.

Most of my Longhorn cards I get from eBay. I've also picked up a decent amount from COMC. Shows can be overwhelming, but a local shop is a good way to pick up cards. Facebook Marketplace and groups on Facebook are hit or miss, depending on what you want to buy. My best advice is to get to know the eBay search function for SOLD ITEMS. That's the best way to figure out a good price on something before you buy, without subscribing to an app or online database like Card Ladder or Market Movers.

One step closer to The Show!

Telegraphed and gift-wrapped.

If Tyler Shough starts for the Saints, he'll need to be added to the list. He was the starter for Tech when the Longhorns hung 70 on them in Sark's first year.

"Not great, Gerry!" — Charlie Strong and Tom Herman

I liked the idea of a Texas defensive back wearing 28 for one game to honor Freddie. Duke Thomas did for the 2015 game against Kansas, when the 1969 championship team was recognized, but it didn't happen after that (at least that I can remember). I think it would be great if Texas did something to honor Freddie Steinmark, similar to how Ole Miss honors Chucky Mullins.

He committed to Texas on the day Gerry, Bobby and I went live and launched the 247 Texas site. Fun day!

I'd like to think it changes, but the football card market being so quarterback-driven makes it hard to see things changing any time soon.

And, as a proud Ray Guy Award voter, I approve of this post!

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As a proud Groza Award voter, I approve of this post!

Ain't no season like #WatchListSZN!

Give this a click, if you can. The National Sports Collectors Convention is in Chicago this weekend, and I highlighted Bijan as a non-quarterback card collectors can target at The National ahead of the NFL season: https://www.si.com/collectibles/five-nfl-non-quarterbacks-to-target-at-the-national

If I understand the question correctly, the guys it impacts most are uncommitted prospects. You might still think you've got an offer from a school, but if communication has tailed off and you don't get a written offer today, they should assume they're off the board.

Not that I've seen yet.

No doubt. The running game needs diversity and unpredictability. Those two things will go a long way toward resolving the issues we saw last season.

Another insanely idiotic thing the NCAA decided a few years ago was that football prospects wouldn't receive a written scholarship offer until Aug. 1 of their senior year. Derrek Cooper posted his on X this morning:

Michael Ungar is the only acceptable answer today.

We haven’t seen any one-on-ones or team periods.

I'll add more later. We're about to start today's episode of "The Winning Drive." We'll pass along word on Wingo and Campbell when we get an update.

Here are some quick hitters from Thursday's practice, the second of training camp for the Texas Longhorns: — Wide receiver Ryan Wingo and offensive lineman DJ Campbell weren't at practice. There was no official word on the status of either Longhorn immediately after the window. With Wingo out, there was more work available for Emmett Mosley V and Jaime Ffrench, who caught the eyes of the OTF staff today. With that said, Parker Livingstone made his presence felt without Wingo on the field, catching a few deep balls from Arch Manning late in the viewing window. Steve Sarkisian was vocal in his approval of Livingstone's performance on Thursday. Along the offensive line, Connor Robertson was elevated to the No. 1 center with Campbell's absence forcing Cole Hutson to right guard. Trevor Goosby, Neto Umeozulu and Brandon Baker rounded out the first-team line. Jaydon Chatman (left tackle), Nate Kibble (left guard), Daniel Cruz (center), Connor Stroh (right guard) and Andre Cojoe (right tackle) made up the second group. — Cornerback Kade Phillips and safety Jonah Williams were held out again today. Sarkisian said after Wednesday's practice that both true freshmen are dealing with hamstring issues. — Lavon Johnson is still limited and had his left ankle heavily taped for the second consecutive practice. Hero Kanu and Alex January led the interior defensive linemen through drills, but Travis Shaw was noticeable on Thursday. The North Carolina transfer was limited in the spring while recovering from a knee injury. Shaw, Cole Brevard and Maraad Watson had solid days among the guys in Kenny Baker's group. — UPDATE: According to a university spokesperson, Campbell and Wingo were absent from practice for personal reasons and it’s “nothing serious,” we’re told. View full news story

Just doing my job, Buck Moreland! Thanks for the kind words!