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    11 minutes ago, Hookem2147 said:

    IT with an update on a few guys

    Information is all over the place right now. Pull one thread, and an entirely different storyline starts unraveling.

    The most discussed storyline in the Texas portal sphere is probably Cam Coleman. It’s close between Coleman, running back, offensive line, and Parker Livingstoune—but Coleman is at the center of most conversations.


    Cam Coleman

    We’ll start with Coleman. He has visited Texas and Texas A&M thus far. He was scheduled to see Texas Tech on Tuesday but is now expected to visit Wednesday. Given that he’s from Alabama, some are speculating he could see the Crimson Tide today, though I haven’t seen that confirmed.

    What I do know is there is growing confidence within his home state that he’s going to play for Auburn’s No. 1 rival. His former offensive coordinator at Auburn, Derek Nix, has already transitioned to Alabama’s wide receivers coach. That certainly helps Alabama.

    If the chatter about money not being the deciding factor is true, then Texas Tech may already be on the outside looking in. I still believe money is a very important factor—just maybe not the deciding one, at least between schools viewed as otherwise equal. I’d be surprised if Tech won out, but I wouldn’t be shocked.

    Both Texas and Texas A&M appear confident. I can’t fully speak for the A&M side, but I’ve received a couple of notes related to the Aggies—one of which aligns with common sense: they have an aggressive offer in place. Despite the recent Alabama noise, there remains optimism on the Texas side. I believe Texas will be firmly within the range of acceptable offers.

    I’ve heard of no firm timeline for a decision. No school holds enough leverage to force the issue. Coleman will decide when he’s ready.

    It’s going to be hard to know how this will play out before he signs, but I feel relatively good about what I’m hearing on Texas right now.


    Jadan Baugh Replacement Options

    Texas has had some conversations with Adam Mohammed (Washington) and Makhi Frazier (Michigan State), but nothing too serious at this point.

    Perhaps Texas was waiting for clarity on Jadan Baugh’s intentions before turning up the heat. Or perhaps they have something else up their sleeve. I think the latter is more likely than Texas simply waiting on Baugh before engaging more aggressively with Mohammed and Frazier.


    Offensive Line

    As we know, Texas isn’t limiting itself to guards in the portal. The goal is to add talent and sort out positions once everyone arrives on campus.

    Jacarrius Peak (NC State) is a name to know, but his situation is likely contingent on what happens with Andrew Sprague.

    Texas is visiting again today with Sprague and Jake Guernara. It’s significant they’re getting another chance after the Michigan duo met with Kyle Whittingham and Jim Harding. I think it’s most likely they end up at the same school, but I wouldn’t rule out a split.


    Other Visits to Monitor

    • Rutgers CB Bo Mascoe is currently at Ohio State.

    • Wisconsin LB Christian Alliegro is also at Ohio State. He’s a big, athletic linebacker, and the Buckeyes have a compelling pitch for both players.

    I do think it’s likely Texas will either receive a visit from—or make a visit to—Cade Uluave from Cal.

    The staff is also meeting with Edge Jayden Woods. Woods will receive a visit from his new coaches at his old school, with Jon Sumrall expected to be joined by several new Florida staffers. There has been some optimism in that recruitment, but as we all know, that can evaporate quickly in this era.

    Makes sense that Coleman would follow his coach. That seems pretty common with these portal movements. You know, just like Jadan B...

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  2. 12 minutes ago, taybo20 said:

    Fuck Parker. I hope we break him. Also fuck ou.

    Texas is going to be good as long as the OL is solidified. That’s the most important thing to worry about…not RB or WR. Tho RB would be next in the list imo

    I rewatched the Cheez-It Bowl last night and was not impressed with McCutcheon. Lockett had the nice TD but that's it. I don't think that Wingo + Mosley + a bunch of question marks is a championship-level WR room.

  3. 17 minutes ago, Red Five said:

    Two years ago I would have said "I don't get it, but I think Kyle Flood knows a bit more than I do so I'll trust his judgement". Now I'll just say I don't get it. Don't try to fix things that aren't broken.

    Also, tackles are harder to come by in the portal than guards.

    They don’t want Baker to leave, but they need to have one more guy that can play tackle. I think they are promising Baker that he’ll be in their top 5 OL next year, but they can’t promise him that he’ll be a top 2 tackle.

    In the scenario that Baker is at G next year, Goosby is still the LT. I bet they are talking to him about versatility - put some guard on tape for the NFL then we’ll swing you out to LT for your contract year in 2027.

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