westx

Lightheartedly, not that debatable if you consider our on-side kick coverage:). 14pts not a safe lead.

love the new format.

maybe. Though, Miami's best win is over Pitt(5-3) or Clemson (4-3). ND, about the same over a 5-3 wisconsin. They both beat NC. I don't like either team, but dislike miami more. Lol, I still hold a grudge for the 1990 Cotton Bowl. In their defense-both teams, they have been winning most of their games by double digits which passes the eye test.

One problem is that we don't know if Sark's scheme is the problem. Could it be that his scheme too complicated and is requiring Flood to do the impossible? I have come to the opinion that if it is Flood or anybody else that comes in will have to stand up to Sark if that is case. How does Flood get so bad after being so good at bama?

What are the odds that every one of our OL misses their block and the center gets knocked on his rear end. This is one of those tragedies that gave way to the laughter scene in The Moneypit. I mean, what else can you do besides capitulate and laugh on the outside?

It is unbelievable that Sark/Flood haven’t been able to diagnose and remedy the problem at this stage of the season. Not even a slight improvement. Damn, Sark maybe hire an emergency consultant/analyst. Get a retired NFL guy, but just do something.

Reminds me that Sark has been a very bad 3rd qtr coach since 2021 when Caleb went in for Rattler. Texas was winning 38-10 at the half and only managed 3 pts in 3rd and 7pts in 4th. Regardless, of Texas’ porous run defense and PK’s inability to stop the run, Sark should have been able to put more points on the board. ou’s D was horrible back then.

100%

ugh! on the bright side, Sark at least called some screens against MSU. Now if he could also call some tight end slants to slow up the blitzing that we know is forthcoming.

It was a good interview i thought. Bobby had asked him point blank, "is it Arch, is it Sark or a combination of both? Additionally needed to talk about the OL, but get into that part later". He said the majority of the problem is Arch, then the OL and then to some extent Sark. I'll save some of you some reading if you don't like Arch apologists by admitting it up front. I don't believe Arch the problem. I won't go down with the ship for him, but I am not convinced he is the problem in spite of the all negativity he has been given-I would say the same people that ran Quinn out of town are the same culprits currently ranting against Arch. I will also admit that I like Sark and by no means do I want him fired. First, let's see Max's resume. He played for Sark in High School? I believe I heard that correctly. That counts for zero to very little as far as knowing/understanding Sark. Especially 15 years ago. It doesn't mean he can't opine. It also doesn't mean he doesn't know what he is talking about. He was correct in his film breakdown on the play by play basis. Problem is that he doesn't put everything into context, imo. Like, the constant blitzing. Every defense has the blueprint because Sark just hasn't been an effective play caller against the blitz, secondly the freaking OL (which we'll mention more below) More context: Sarkisian was successful when he was solely the QB coach in 2005/06 at USC and the QB/OC while at bama for 2 years. Okay westx, we know get to the point. The point is that now that he is now our HC. If he is HC the who is coaching the QBs, well Sark is coaching the QBs, okay, if he is coaching the QBs, who is overseeing the coaching at our position groups of OL, RB, WR? Duh, Sark is. Okay, if he is also overseeing the position groups, who is prepping the game plan for the upcoming game-gotta know everything from the tendencies to potential mismatches. Oh, well, Sark does that as well. Wow, Texas is so blessed to have a HC who has the God like power of omnipresence. But don't forget he has Milwee to help him. Milwee probably a nice guy, but Sark should hire somebody to complement his strengths by contributing some specialty expertise like the spread or tempo. But, westx, Sark needs somebody he can trust. Yea, whatever, "okay, cool, Hook'em". Arch has been tough as nails. And I am talking about Phil Simms tough. Simms would hold tough in the pocket and took a lot of vicious hits for his patience, but he got a Superbowl win (as a Cowboys fan, I hated the Giants). Arch's weakness is that he does hold on to the ball to long on some plays, but that is easier to coach out, imo, than a jittery happy feet QB. As somebody that has employees, you always want to know what your employees do right and what they do wrong. It is important to remember that 99% of the time the are doing things right and only 1% (give or take) wrong. We only go talk to them when they have done wrong and rarely say anything "when they do something right"-which is most of the time. What the hell are you talking about westx? The point is that everybody is hyper focused on every mistake made by Arch. I didn't see anybody complaining about R Brown/H Smothers for the 60 yards of rushing. I have come to the conclusion and have previously mentioned that it is possible that Sark is asking Flood to coach the OL a certain way. Maybe not, but it is so apparent that they are not on the same page. But, it is pure speculation and probably inaccurate. It could be Flood. Nonetheless, for this reason, I won't just blame Flood. My point above pertains here-Sark didn't coach the OL or responsible for the OL at USC/Bama. There is only one thing different-he is the HC in addition to the rest. Jeff Howe, put out a damn good video as well with Marcus Myers and Coach Shipley. Marcus Myers agreed that the main problem is the OL, but that he is confused on what the OL is being asked to do. I will mess it up if I try to paraphrase further, but Shipley had same great commentary as well. Worth the watch. On a positive note, I finally saw Sark call some screens to slow down the rush. I can't remember who said it on the above video, but Sark himself said that the RBs is the least guarded position in a pass play. Let's hope he is getting back to throwing to the RBs like when Brooks and Bijan were hear. I want to give credit but, can't remember. It is a great point thought. Jeff Howe, Marcus Myers and Bob Shipley

As of last Saturday, I am still “very cautiously” optimistic for this year. Texas is a little down, but not out.

I see how it came across that way, but I did not mean to imply that it is a clean and easy process. More of like a risk reduction or better yet, playing the odds of a proven QB on the field.

No offense to KJ and Dia, but maybe Texas needs to do what is best for Texas and what other programs (including Texas) have done and go to the portal for next year and beyond. KJ is still an unknown and we have no idea how he will perform. Are we going to just hope that the QB that has been in the system for 2 years will be ready and not be the reason a fully built team will not make the CFP? Now, I don't believe Arch is the reason. Yes he had some flubups, but several other factors also has caused this team to underperform. I personally hope Arch comes back, but doubt that will happen. But, if he does and all the worry that KJ and Dia bolt to another team, so be it. I guess it would be nice if they stayed, but I wouldn't lose any sleep if they did bolt. Let another team pay and hope. Before the NIL era, blowU made a good living with this formula-Gayfield, Murry and Hurts. After, the NIL era began in the summer of 2021, 2022 would be the 1st real season with the new rules: 2022: Last 4 remaining Teams: Georgia, TCU, Michigan, OSU: These teams basically had their regular HS to College QB, No NIL transfers (Bennet wasn't an NIL transfer) 2023: Last 4 remaining teams: Michigan, Washington, Texas, Penn State: 50:50, Washington's Penix and Ewers at Texas were NIL transfers 2024: Last 4 remaining teams: OSU, Notre Dame, Texas, Penn St: 75% NIL Transfers: OSU/Howard, ND/Leonard, Texas/Ewers 2025: Last 4 remaining teams: Indiana, Miami, Ole Miss, Oregon: 100% NIL Transfers: Indiana/Mendoza, Beck/Miami, OleMiss/Chambliss, Oregon/Moore These QBs transferred and made a huge impact on their team's success. None of these teams had so-called sophisticated offenses to my knowledge. I guess what I am getting at is that there is nothing wrong with bringing a 5*QB through the system, but it gets extremely expensive compared to putting your money on a proven product. And doing that pretty much increases your odds year after year.

I have been wondering about the Sark/Flood issue. I believe i mentioned this in another post, but when I was cursing Flood for the horrible OL, I never thought that it could possibly be Sark requiring something different or elaborate of him for his scheme-you know, just too complicated to teach all of the "ifs and thens". This is wild speculation and I have no clue, but it is possible. They made it work at bama because The GOAT was running the show. But, for all I know, Flood may have lost his edge with all that money and clocking out at 5pm

That is definitely part of it.

I believe somebody like the Reilly or Gundy types could get way more out of Arch. Arch ended last year on a very strong note with no interceptions. Just doesn't make sense

I like this answer. ditto for me

This issue has been discussed, rinsed and repeated for two weeks now. A lot of good well thought out theories I have heard on OTF Youtube videos. The national media also following closely. I am on Arch's side at this point and don't believe it is him. The main points that I think are valid: 1: Arch has been in the system 3 1/2 years, what gives? How much time does somebody need. He isn't making good reads and holding on to the ball too long 2: The OL cannot block worth a flip-how many years has this been an issue 3: No running game-how many years has this been an issue? 4: Sark/Flood don't know how to adjust to the constant blitzing. Same crap when QE was here. Every DC looks like an All World DC with the genius of sending 6 or 7 defenders. 4a: If it is due to Sark, I would think a frustrated Flood would have a strong conversation directly with Sark by now 4b: If it is due to Flood, why is Sark holding on to the incompetence 5: Sark's offenses haven't had a good track record at Texas in spite of having to nationally rated #1 QBs and Texas resources. I don't believe Texas has cracked the top 10 in Total offense since he has been here. Can Sark really develop QBs or is it a myth? What the hell credentials does Milwee have. Nothing against Milwee-it is on Sark hiring decision. 6. Texas never has enough of a lead to allow the backup QB to get meaningful game reps. 7. Y'all can help me with the rest

It seems harder than ever to pick these games. I have no idea anymore. Let's go Miss St, beat the hell out of ou.

Never a dull moment.

I don’t know man. I am just putting my thoughts out there. ou, Tenn and Fla are flat out sending 6 on 5 or 7 on 5 every play. You and I would have a difficult time taken on 3 dudes, correct? I am not ruling out Arch’s bad decisions against ou and then not prtectinv the ball in then end yesterday, I am just not ready to put the blame on him, “yet”

I truly believe it is Sark’s play calling. I’ll give you one better, his scheme may even be the issue with Flood and the OL’s issues. It appears to me that he needs too much perfection for his scheme to work. Even superior athleticism isn’t cutting it with his scheme. Arch is already dodging defenders by the time receivers even look back. When the whole world knows blitzing will neutralize Sark, DCs have there recipe. Look at Quinn with same issues against Georgia/OSU/Washington. I am hesitant to put this mess on Arch at this point.

Problem still remains that Sark has no answer for when defenses send 6 and 7 guys after Arch. Every DC has looked like a genius against Texas and then go back to reality when they play other teams. I am assuming Sark has removed all bootlegs, TE slants and draw plays from his playbook because these aggressive defenses have not been punished for their aggressiveness. 100% on Sark

Even though Texas lost, it is always a great day when “SAS”(sorry ass sooners) lose. I don’t care one way or the other about aggy. Actually, I hope aggy beats the living hell out of the gooners.

The ST issue is so obvious.