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  1. 31 minutes ago, realgreggym said:

    I remember reading an article somewhere before the aggy governor tried to turn us into aggy. UT was ranked in the tip 30 worldwide academically. Now I believe we are in the upper 30s worldwide. That's a better ranking worldwide that aggy has nationally. 

     

    Who gives a shit about academics when it comes to sports success? The kids who will win championships sure as fuck don’t. 

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  2. 2 minutes ago, YouLoveMyPenises said:

    I mean, if you're counting on an unverified Twitter account with 500 followers before that tweet, run by a Texas grad, to have insider information from the University of Oklahoma that no one else in the nation has, then sure. He's half way to Miami right now.

    The person who runs that account is an OU alumn.....

  3. Sarkisian on if he expects Whittington back this year: "I think we're going to rehab Jordan and play it by ear. It'd be great to get him back, whether it's a possible Big 12 championship or bowl game. I know he wants to work back. I just saw him. He looks good, but it's a bone and we've got to see how that heals. We'll see how long it takes."

  4. Steve Sarkisian was available to the media following Thursday practice via Zoom. Here are a few notes. Will add the video later.

    Sarkisian: "I think the sign of a true competitor is how you respond to adversity, and our team has responded extremely well. We've had a really quality week of work, and we knew we needed it because we're playing a heck of an opponent Saturday. Oklahoma State is a very good football team. Well coached. Tough, hardnosed team. They make you earn it. We needed a quality week of work, which I think we were able to get done this week."

    Mentions with the OL, Derek Kerstetter is more comfortable at right tackle. Mentions Tope Imade has "earned his time" at right guard. "He's put in a lot of time and worked at it." (I'll have more on Imade later this week).

    Sarkisian: "Tackling is paramount. Our ability to get people on the ground at the end of the day is critical." -- Said avoiding and breaking tackles also important, in addition to an emphasis this week on winning 50/50 balls on defense and limiting the quarterback's ability to escape. Again, mentions stopping off-schedule plays.

    On this being the last game before the bye: "I'd much rather be playing this week than not. When you have the way our game went last week, the best thing you can do is get back on the horse and start riding again. I think this is the perfect scenario for us. We've got a quality opponent coming to town, undefeated team, top 12 team in the country. They immediately got everybody's attention, and allows us to get right back to work and do what we do."

    With Jordan Whittington out, Sarkisian mentions Marcus Washington may slide into his role. "You still have (Xavier Worthy) and Josh Moore, and it's a great opportunity for Kelvontay Dixon, not to mention (Al'vonte) Woodard and Kai Money. Great opportunities at that spot, and looking forward to seeing guys step up."

    Sarkisian on scoring before halftime: "We take a lot of pride in that. We practice that quite a bit. I think our players are really comfortable in that setting and understanding what we're trying to do." -- Said the first priority is to make that the last possession of the half so they can "double up" if they are getting the ball out of halftime, and also to prevent the opponent from having that opportunity.

    Sarkisian on if he expects Whittington back this year: "I think we're going to rehab Jordan and play it by ear. It'd be great to get him back, whether it's a possible Big 12 championship or bowl game. I know he wants to work back. I just saw him. He looks good, but it's a bone and we've got to see how that heals. We'll see how long it takes."

    Sarkisian on the Oklahoma State defense: "A couple of things jump out to me the more I've watched them throughout the week. First of all, recognizing this is a really veteran defense. They are seniors across the board. They've been in a college weight room program for 4-5 years. They're a bigger, physical team. They're more mature physically and mentally. You can tell they've been in the system. They communicate well with one another. Ultimately, they make you earn it. They really don't give you freebies." -- "They play really, really hard."

    Sarkisian on if his defense is playing physical enough: "I think we're playing plenty physical. We've had great stretches of stopping the run and affecting the quarterback. At the end of the day, you have to get people on the ground. You can play as physical as you want, but if you miss the tackle that's not a successful play."

    Sarkisian on Alfred Collins, says he provides something a little different at JACK: "He's a 305-pound man playing defensive end." -- Says he's shown pass rush ability to win one-on-ones.

    Sarkisian on the big recruiting weekend: "The game is priority No. 1. We work too hard not to invest the time needed to make sure that we perform at a high level, that's myself included." -- "Clearly there's a lot of opportunities to recruit. There's windows. There's blocks of time." -- Mentions again how 11 am kicks give them time in the afternoon and evening to interact with recruits, but "the ballgame itself is priority No. 1."

  5. IMO we either need to go the LSU route with regards to conference logo if we insist on keeping the "TEXAS"

    LSU football vs. Kentucky mailbag: Why LSU can't replace Ed Orgeron with  Urban Meyer

     

    Or if we go the Bama route

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    I'm interested to see what we roll out next year as CDC said we're getting new uniforms.

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  6. Radio Interview this AM on 104.9

    The segment will be posted later, third hour about half way through.

    He’s an interesting interview, to say the least. Some points:

    - Talked about Coach Black and Coach Penders, latter will go into the Hall of Honor this weekend. Said that Travis Mays texted asking where he should park, replied that an all-time great guard here should park “in my spot”, a lot of letterman are expected.

    - In response to a question from Hogan about if/how he coaches on finishing games, replied that they go over final four minute scenarios regularly, elaborated point later by explaining the TV Timeout rule requires a break on first dead ball after four minutes have passed since previous t/o. Said they coach the players to play hard for four and they practice that way.

    - In that vein, said that there will normally be 10 breaks in a game and they coach the point of winning the first possession after each timeout. Said something like “If you win those 10 in the B12 you’ll probably win the game.”

    - Questioned about pre-season awards, said they understand the interest but don’t give much importance to them. Used Courtney Ramey as an example, said he’ll play at All B12 level and will end up in the NBA, yet no mentions yet. Said post-season are the ones they value.

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  7. Just now, Upgrayedd said:

    Guarantee that if you are calling the general superintendent some of those things, you are rolling up your shit and will be down the road.

    Unless the general superintendent was also saying said similar things but those things weren't yet released.

  8. Gerry - 5 Recruiting Nugs

     

    To go with your coffee, or Rice Krispies

    Jaleel Skinner, TE, Greer (S.C.) IMG Academy
    Inside Texas spoke with Skinner's mom this morning. The 5-star tight end and Alabama commit will be making a visit to Texas this weekend. Skinner will be accompanied by his father. Jeff Banks has done a very good job with the father in this recruitment, and obviously isn't giving up.

    "Jaleel and his father are following through on a visit to Texas. They had been planning it, and told Texas they would make it," Said Skinner's mother.

    Quency Wiggins, DL, Baton Rouge (La.) Madison Prep
    On300 No. 55
    Wiggins will make the trip to Texas with the person closest to him, which also happens to be the head basketball coach at Madison Prep. Coach Jeff Jones is a huge Chris Beard fan, so he will be in the basketball gym as well as the football meetings. Coach Jones was born in Austin, and has family living in the Austin area. Wiggins was blown away by the visit to Florida. The Gators set a high bar. Texas will get their chance to do the same this weekend. LSU would be my pick for Wiggins, but being down here in the Pelican State this week ... there are so many questions about the future of the LSU program. The LSU AD must get the hire correct. The Alabama unofficial visit November 6 will be key. IT was told Wednesday night that Alabama does want the 6-foot-6, 270-pounder with an 85-inch wingspan. There are two people very close to Wiggins that help him with the process, both at Madison Prep. They know Wiggins can fit into a three man front, but 4i is not first on the list. A new LSU coach with a four man front would become tough to beat based on conversations. With that said, Texas has a real shot here due to the questions around the LSU program currently. Timing will be some very important for those recruiting against LSU in the Pelican State in the 2022 cycle. Wiggins wants to major in business, and enjoyed his visit to Texas in June.

    J'Mond Tapp, EDGE, Donaldsonville (La.) Ascension Catholic
    On300 No. 175
    #AllGasNoBrakes
    In speaking with a couple of people at Ascension Catholic Wednesday, Texas is in a very good spot to win out over LSU for the 6-foot-3, 245-pounder with elite feet and agility. Tapp will likely be on campus for another LSU game this season, but the same applies to Tapp as Wiggins above in regard to the Tigers currently. The one Texas has to watch is Alabama. There is the possibility Tapp visit Alabama in early December. If that happens, then the Crimson Tide decided to make a push. Right now, that trip is not a lock. The opportunity at Texas at the EDGE position is key for Tapp, and family. One family member prefers LSU. Tapp would prefer to get away for college.

    Shazz Preston, WR, Saint James (La.)
    On300 No. 101
    Georgia is considered by a couple of people the front runner for the 4-star receiver. But the Bulldogs may prefer On300 Luther Burden over Preston. Alabama, LSU and Texas round out the top four.

    Texas still evaluating 2022 LB's
    The Longhorns staff is still evaluating 2022 linebacker prospects with one very much on the radar in the Deep South. This prospect is athletic, rangy and well coached. IT will have more on this linebacker should the recruitment go from interest to moving towards an offer.

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  9. So going back and rewatching the Boise State Oklahoma State game I noticed one distinct feature:

     

    The crew who called that game which screwed Boise State was the big 12 crew who called our TCU game which includes Kelly Deterding.

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  10. 2 minutes ago, closetohumping said:

    What job wouldn’t fire you if you said what gruden said?

    I've heard worse in the oil field/pipeline tbh.

    Construction

    Mainly real manly jobs, unlike some of these desk jobs you pussies here have jk!

  11. Gerry - Jmond Tapp

     

    When in search of the best person to talk to about Texas Longhorns commit J’Mond Tapp, there is not better source than his position coach.

    Ascension Catholic’s first year defensive line coach Delmond Landry also happens to be Tapp’s brother. Landry is a former two-sport standout at Ascension Catholic, and was a starring defensive tackle at Southern Mississippi.

    That made the decision to talk to Landry about the No. 175 ranked prospect in the country an easy one.

    “It hasn’t been to tough coaching him,” Landry laughingly told On3. “He’s actually always come back to me asking me questions when I was playing college. On Sundays when I was off, I would go back and watch his film. It’s a new thing, but I have always been trying to teach him things I was being taught as a college player.”

    There is one important message Landry is working to convey to his little brother. And that is the every snap mentality Tapp will need at the next level.

    “Staying low, keeping that pad level where it needs to be and just having that mentality. What I’m trying to get strong in his mind is that mentality. That man across from you is trying to whoop you, so you have to have that certain mentality and use your technique. Coaches are going to help you technique, and he has the God given talent that can be developed.”

    Should Tapp adopt the every snap mentality required at the next level, Landry believes his brother has the talent to be a difference maker.

    “Star in the making, honestly. A different type of defensive lineman. He’s honestly the quickest defensive lineman I have seen in this state getting off the ball. He’s got everything naturally. Scrappy has just been out there playing naturally when he was younger in high school, and he had the gifts.”

    When it comes to Tapp’s recruitment, Landry was not surprised he picked Texas.

    “Honestly, I mean everything. He’s always said Texas was one of his dream schools. Growing up, he always did like Texas. As soon as he got that Texas offer, I figured he may lean that way. He decided that is where he wanted to be, and I wasn’t surprised.”

    Landry sees a huge opportunity for Tapp at Texas.

    “Honestly, I do feel like he will come into to Texas and have an impact. As long as he is coachable, sky is the limit for him. Texas needs some good edge guys, and he has the chance to be that.”
     

    Texas Longhorns defensive line class

    DL Kristopher Ross, Houston (Texas) North Shore

    On300 ranking: No. 59

    #AllGasNoBrakes

    DL Jaray Bledsoe, Marlin (Texas)

    On300 ranking: No. 70

    #AllGasNoBrakes

    DL Aaron Bryant, Southaven (Miss.)

    On300 ranking: No. 216

    #AllGasNoBrakes

    DL Zac Swanson, Phoenix (Ariz.) Brophy College Prep

    #AllGasNoBrakes

    EDGE J’Mond Tapp, Donaldsville (La.) Ascension Catholic

    On300 ranking: No. 175

    #AllGasNoBrakes

    EDGE Derrick Brown, Texarkana (Texas) Texas High

    On300 ranking: No. 221

    #AllGasNoBrakes

    EDGE Justice Finkley, Trussville (Ala.) Hewitt-Trussville

    On300 ranking: No. 285

    #AllGasNoBrakes

    EDGE Anthony Jones, Henderson (Nv.) Liberty

    #AllGasNoBrakes
     

    Texas Longhorns top defensive line target remaining

    DL Quency Wiggins, Baton Rouge (La.)

    On300 ranking: No. 55

    Official to Florida October 9, and Texas October 16. Alabama unofficial November 6. LSU will receive official at some point.

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  12. 9 minutes ago, closetojumping said:

    Will Campbell has been working up the energy to decommit for two months. Texas is all over him, but so is everyone else. There's some buzz that Texas would be one of the most likely destinations for him should he abandon the LSU grease fire. Maybe there's something to it.

    Someone alluded to Ketchum getting wind of whatever it is and fucking it up, and that's the likeliest outcome. If Roach already knows something and is calling around blurting out whatever he knows looking for confirmation, word will eventually get back to fatfuck Ketchum. From there, it's minutes before he starts bloviating on whatever it is and eventually tips off the other staff to recommit the player asap. Our only hope is that Pluckers is having some sort aggressive special tonight regarding wings, vats of cheese, and bacon.

    The PNW discussion makes me want to drop everything and move there. I've lived in Houston or Austin all my life and I fucking hate the heat and humidity. 

    Our 995ers are so detrimental to our program. 

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