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  1. 3 minutes ago, SydneyCarton said:

    Comparing Vogel to Wells is insulting.

    Full disclosure, I'm not really all that familiar with Vogel. 

    Vogel is a TFB guy who is young, but decent at his job. He definitely has a more realistic (sometimes pessimistic) outlook on the program than Wells.

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  2. 31 minutes ago, Teryor said:

    247 article on guys that Texas *potentially* would have interest in *if* they were to enter the portal

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    The Transfer Portal is heating up, and it hasn’t even officially opened. The NCAA’s transfer database is set to open next Monday for all FBS players following the conclusion of championship weekend (team’s in the College Football Playoff have an expanded window).

    Texas has utilized the portal effectively and efficiently at positions of need under head coach Steve Sarkisian, landing impact players like Quinn Ewers, Adonai Mitchell, Ryan Sanborn, Jalen Catalon, among others, over the last few years.

    While Sarkisian and the Texas staff look at the high school ranks first, you can’t ignore available need-area players in the portal era. The Longhorns staff knows this.

    “We are going to continue to build our roster from the ground up,” Sarkisian said this past summer at the THSCA convention regarding the portal. “That’s why high school recruiting is so important to us. That’s why this (event) is so important to us. I think this year we took five transfers and 25 high school kids. Ultimately, yes, we’re going to take a few transfers. But ultimately high school recruiting is where it’s at for us and our style of what we like to do. I know this whole era of NIL and Transfer Portal, the reality of it is, if I can, I want to recruit another high school kid. Now, there may be times where we can’t. I have to have another corner, or I have to have another defensive tackle, then you go into the portal and you make that work. But the reality of it is, for us, I would much rather prefer recruiting high school guys.”

    With that being said, in the spirit of having fun ahead of the portal actually opening, Horns247 takes a look at three names that are already generating transfer buzz that would make sense for Texas. Note: Texas is not and cannot recruit portal prospects until their names enter the database on or after Monday, Dec. 4. 

    Again, this is simply a playful exercise, meant to take a look at players that could have immediate impact-type roles in Austin, if they transfer and if the Longhorns show interest in bringing them in.

    Also, this is meant to be as realistic as possible. So no Marvin Harrison Jr.’s or Kool-Aid McKinstry type inclusions on this list.

    Horns247 will have a ton of content on additional names when the portal opens, so make sure you're locked in with a VIP subscription! 

    Today is the LAST DAY to get 75 percent off your first year!

    Enough caveats, let’s get going!


    Raleek Brown. (Photo: Shotgun Spratling | USCfootball.com, 247Sports)
     

    ATH: Raleek Brown, Southern Cal

    247Sports’ Chris Hummer reported on Monday that former Top 50 overall recruit Raleek Brown is expected to enter the Transfer Portal when it opens.

    In 2022, Brown rushed for 227 yards on 42 carries (5.4 per touch) and three scores. He also caught 16 passes for 175 yards and another three touchdowns. Brown was moved to wide receiver ahead of the 2023 season where his contributions have been limited in the Trojans' offense.

    Brown has upside galore and as Hummer noted in his breaking report on Monday, will have a robust list of transfer options assuming he follows through with his plans to enter the portal.

    Here's how 247Sports' evaluated Brown coming out of high school, via Gabe Brooks: 

    "Shorter back but well constructed with dense, stout build and naturally lower center of gravity. Likely an all-purpose type in the long run, but has shown during senior season encouraging high-volume capability when required. Electric top-end speed verified in track and combine testing environments. Ran multiple sub-11.00 100's and a verified 4.47 40 as a freshman in high school. Speed fully reflected on the field. Combines game-breaking top end with impressive short-area suddenness and mobility. Quick-footed and explosive laterally. Twitchy when redirecting and bursts out of cuts, whether from the backfield or running routes. Despite limited opportunities in 2021, more than capable pass catcher who can move to the slot and not miss a beat. Will present dangerous matchup for opposing linebackers and safeties in the passing game. Type of offensive weapon who can move around the formation and be used creatively. Also a return game option. Limited physical upside because of shorter stature and frame. Will need to maximize strength to help compensate for lack of size. Dynamic big-play weapon who can align in the backfield or in the slot. Projects to high-major level as an impact player with long-term NFL Draft early-round potential."

    Why it makes sense for both Brown and Texas:

    Texas is likely losing some explosive playmakers on offense this offseason and will need to reload at its skill positions, which so far it’s done with its current group of wide receiver and running back commits at the high school level. Guys like Brown could play a Keilan Robinson-type role on both offense and special teams. The 5-foot-8, 185-pounder has big-play ability and is a scoring threat anywhere on the field.

    A one-time Oklahoma commit, Brown followed USC head coach Lincoln Riley to Los Angeles in the class of 2022. He held a Texas offer coming out of Mater Dei High School, a program that is becoming very Texas-friendly in recent cycles.

    Sources tell Hummer that interest in Texas is there on Brown’s end. Keep in mind that that’s going to be the case for a lot of portal prospects this offseason with UT’s on-field success and development track record. The Longhorns can’t recruit everybody. But when good fits come along, it’s worth monitoring (hence this exercise).


    Jamaree Caldwell. (Photo: Houston Athletics )
     

    DL: Ja'Maree Caldwell, Houston

    Horns247’s Jordan Scruggs is hearing that Caldwell is likely to be looking for a new home this offseason to play his final season of collegiate eligibility.

    He’s had a strong two years at Houston after transferring in from the junior college level. This year Caldwell ranks No. 9, per PFF, in the Big 12 among interior defensive linemen (77), and No. 2 in the conference in run defense behind Texas' T'Vondre Sweat (83.4). Caldwell had one of his strongest showings of the season against the Longhorns last month, where he tallied 3 tackles and 2 sacks. For the season he’s racked up 6.5 sacks and is a force for the Cougars DL.

    Why it makes sense for both Caldwell and Texas:

    There’s not another program in the country that can pitch defensive line development and the potential to play immediately like Texas will be able to this offseason. The nation’s top-rated duo of T'Vondre Sweat and Byron Murphy II are likely taking their talents to Sunday, and with UT having just three commitments in the class of 2023 at the position (D'antre Robinson, Melvin Hills, and Alex January, defensive line is more than likely going to be a need. Horns247 Chip Brown addressed this topic and more in last week's Insider on the site. 

    The 6-foot-1, 325-pounder has one more year of eligibility and is certainly going to want to make the most of it. Houston is going through a coaching transition and perhaps stability is something important the South Carolina native will be looking for. That exists in Austin, as does the opportunity to come in possibly contribute next season in the SEC. We've seen Texas defensive lineman Trill Carter, an addition from the portal last offseason, come alive as of late. And that's with Sweat and Murphy handling the bulk of the work. Caldwell could be a guy that cements himself in the rotation at his next stop. 

    If you can’t beat them, join them, right? 


    Will Sheppard (Photo: © Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports, USA TODAY Sports)
     

    WR: Will Sheppard, Vanderbilt

    Sheppard has been one of the bright spots in Nashville this season, catching 47 passes for 684 yards (14.6 yards per catch) and 8 scores. The 6-foot-3, 198-pound Louisiana native had big showings against Mizzou and Florida this season. He's ranked No. 7 all-time at Vanderbilt with 2,017 career receiving yards. He was also on the Mid-Season All-America, Third Team this fall, according to the College Football Network. He’s got one more year of eligibility at the collegiate level and could be a key, veteran addition for any program.

    Like Caldwell, Horns247's Jordan Scruggs is hearing Sheppard will ultimately enter the Transfer Portal when it opens. 

    Why it makes sense for both Sheppard and Texas:

    Horns247’s Jordan Scruggs is hearing Sheppard will likely head to the portal when it opens, and Texas is on his short list.

    Vanderbilt is losing some key pieces to the portal this offseason, including both of its quarterbacks that played this year in AJ Swann and Ken Seals. Unless the Commodores hit big in the portal under center, one would have to imagine Sheppard will follow through and look to capitalize elsewhere. Texas is likely losing its starting three pass catchers and will be young at the position in its first go in the SEC. 

    All the wide receiver transfer talk among Texas fans has centered around Texas A&M's Evan Stewart or Houston's Matthew Golden, and rightfully so as both would be coveted if they entered the portal. Sheppard could be one of those quiet additions that not only gives you a veteran presence, but has shown he can excel in SEC play, and do so with lesser-talented players around him. Put him with a Quinn Ewers or Arch Manning in 2024 and his stock could skyrocket ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. Think almost an Adonai Mitchell type impact if he were to end up at Texas when he makes his expected change. 

     

    I was wanting us to tamper with Sheppard during last off season and bring him in. He had a solid year this year (47, 684, 8 ) but not as good as last year when he went for  60, 766, and 9. A lot of that has to do with weaker QB play. He could be a very solid Mitchell replacement. 

  3. 13 minutes ago, closetojumping said:

    TCU is a bad football team and they are worse with Chandler Morris. Hopefully he’s back. They may be the worst defensive team Texas plays all year. They have JAGs all over the field on both sides. 

    If Ewers can play, Texas will roll. If Ewers can’t go, I still expect Texas to win, but it could be a slog. Maalik Murphy is bad in almost every facet at QB and he’s going to attempt to cost Texas every game he plays. He is scared of contact, has zero mobility, has terrible mechanics, has no accuracy, makes poor decisions and then makes those decisions slowly. LOL at morons on this site and elsewhere who talked him up after watching him go against walk-ons while knowing he could not be hit. Jesus. 

    Agreed completely on the MM take. Don't know how anyone was calling for him after the spring game. I guess we start him again next week because it's away, or else we may have seen Arch start if this game was at DKR. 

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