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BON Roundtable: Can the Texas offense break out against Florida?
BON Roundtable: Can the Texas offense break out against Florida? DALLAS, TEXAS - OCTOBER 10: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns is sacked by Trent Wilson #90 of the Oklahoma Sooners during the first half at Cotton Bowl on October 10, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images Daniel Seahorn (@DanielSeahorn) — Continuity and clarity on the offensive identity.
BON Roundtable: Can the Texas offense break out against Florida?
Daniel Seahorn (@DanielSeahorn) — Continuity and clarity on the offensive identity. Steve Sarkisian needs to figure out what his offense is actually good at and needs to start forming his game scripts around that. He needs to do a better job of getting his quarterback’s confidence up early in the game so that he is thinking less and more playing.
How to watch No. 7 Texas vs. Florida: Game time, TV, streaming, and more Original
The Longhorns’ offense needs to get back on track against a reeling Gators defense. If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. The No. 7 Texas Longhorns’ offense laid an egg against the Oklahoma Sooners in the Cotton Bowl, their recurring offensive issues finally catching up to them against one of the better defenses in the country.
How to watch No. 1 Texas vs. Oklahoma: Game time, TV, streaming, and more Original
Texas comes out of the bye week hoping to fix what ailed them offensively against a tough Sooners’ defense. If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. The No. 1 Texas Longhorns have a chance to shift the narrative around their season as they head into the Red River Rivalry to take on their hated rival, the Oklahoma Sooners—another team in need of a reset.
Inside the Numbers: The good, bad, and ugly of the Texas win over UTSA Original
The No. 1 Texas Longhorns didn’t look their best in the 30-6 win against the UTSA Roadrunners in Austin on Saturday, a week after starting slow against the Ohio State Buckeyes and needing a furious fourth quarter to get the job done. I don’t think anyone on the team or coaching staff would say that this is one to write home about, but it’s better to win ugly than lose ugly, which is what Texas can say about Saturday.
No. 4 Texas 24, No. 1 Ohio State 23: Three things we learned
The No. 4 Texas Longhorns may have exorcised one of their demons with the last-second comeback on the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes, managing to overcome a disastrous start en route to a dramatic win. It wasn't pretty, but an ugly win is way better than an ugly loss, especially at home with long-term implications for Texas's long-term goals.
Picking the Schedule: Predictions for Texas’ future opponents Original
College football is finally here. After a long and dramatic offseason, we will finally have a full slate of games to discuss rather than spending our time breaking down legislation and court filings. The No. 5 Texas Longhorns take on the Texas State Bobcats in a tuneup before hosting Ohio State, and many of their future opponents have similar lopsided expectations heading into Week 1.
How to watch No. 5 Texas vs. Texas State: Game time, TV, streaming, and more Original
A long and eventful offseason has finally come to a close, and it’s time for the No. 5 Texas Longhorns to take the field for the first time in the 2026 season against the Texas State Bobcats at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday. This seems to be an all-in year for Texas, adding key pieces on both sides of the ball to address deficiencies on the 2025 roster, building around quarterback Arch Manning for what many assume will be his final year on campus.
BON Roundtable: What do we expect from Texas in 2026? Original
The long offseason is finally over, and the No. 5 Texas Longhorns are ready to kick off the 2026 campaign with high hopes. Unlike last year, this season starts with a bit of an easier ask — opening the season against the Texas State Bobcats before hosting the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes. It seems to be an all-in year for Texas, with a big investment in filling last year’s roster gaps via the transfer portal and quarterback Arch Manning seemingly singing his swan song in Burnt Orange.
Breaking down the top odds to win the SEC
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Breaking down the top odds to win the SEC Original
We’re one week out from the season kicking off in earnest, and the Texas Longhorns have high hopes for the 2026 season. Based on their portal activity in the offseason, this is clearly a chips-all-in year for Texas, hoping to capitalize on Arch Manning’s final year in college. Despite that, they currently sit with the second-best odds to claim the SEC title according to FanDuel, behind defending champion — and their constant road bump — Georgia Bulldogs.
Predicting the 2026 Texas schedule Original
We are one week out from the Texas Longhorns kicking off the 2026 season with their sights set on the postseason in an all-in year. The Longhorns will have to navigate a tough road to reach those goals, as they boast the third-toughest schedule according to ESPN’s College Football Power Index. However, Texas could and should be favored in most of those contests, sitting with a season win total at 9.5 according to FanDuel. How do we think they will fare against tough sledding?
Texas commit Karnell “Greedy” James set to announce commitment status Original
After more offers piled up, Texas commit Karnell “Greedy” James announced that he would be making a final decision on his commitment status Thursday. Texas was relatively early to the game with James, offering in June 2025 after he attended a summer camp on the Forty Acres. In December, James made his pledge to the Longhorns, becoming just the third member of the 2026 class.
Nation’s top corner John Meredith, III commits to Texas Original
The Texas Longhorns recruiting momentum went from a steady stream to a tidal wave with the addition of the country’s top corner back John Meredith, III to the 2027 class. A consensus five-star wide prospect, ranked No. 2 overall according to the 247Sports Composite, Meredith is truly elite and would have been the crown jewel of any recruiting class.
Four-star offensive tackle Brian Swanson commits to Texas
The Texas Longhorns’ hot June continued with the addition of coveted offensive tackle Brian Swanson to the 2027 class. Adding yet another “big human” to the fold, the 6-foot-5.5, 315-pound tackle from South Oak Cliff boasted 36 offers in his recruitment, including the Alabama Crimson Tide, LSU Tigers, and Texas A&M Aggies. He decided on a final grouping of the Longhorns, the Oklahoma Sooners, and the SMU Mustangs — visiting all three in May and June, before ultimately committing to Texas.
Elite pass rusher JaBarrius Garror commits to Texas Original
The Texas Longhorns continue to make recruiting waves in deep SEC country with the addition of Mobile (Ala.) Vigor edge rusher JaBarrius Garror to the 2027 recruiting class on Friday morning, the second big-time commitment in two days for head coach Steve Sarkisian and his staff. The consensus four-star edge rusher was a coveted prospect from teams all across the country, reporting 30 offers, including 13 from the SEC.
March Madness 2026: Start time, TV schedule, live stream for Selection Sunday NCAA bracket release Original
The Texas Longhorns’ men’s and women’s basketball seasons are on divergent paths heading into 2026 Selection Sunday. The Texas men were riding high in February, winning five straight games and seemingly locking themselves into the postseason tournament. Even after a pair of blowouts to ranked Georgia and Florida, a road win over rival Texas A&M seemingly put them into the tournament field. However, that win was the lone bright spot of the final weeks of the season.
Texas moves to No. 13 in latest CFP Rankings
The penultimate College Football Playoff rankings have officially been announced, and the CFP committee marginally rewarded the No. 13 Texas Longhorns for a win over the previously-ranked No. 3 Texas A&M Aggies, who fell four spots to No. 7 in the rankings. According to the ESPN announcement, the No.11 BYU Cougars, who are set to take on No. 4 Texas Tech in the Big 12 Championship, are the first team out of the tournament due to the guaranteed berth for two conference champions.
How to watch No. 16 Texas vs. No. 3 Texas A&M: Game time, TV, streaming, and more Original
The annual rivalry carries huge postseason implications. If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. The No. 16 Texas Longhorns go into the annual Lone Star Showdown against the No. 3 Texas A&M Aggies on Friday at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium with a lot more than usual on the line.
Texas at No. 17 in latest College Football Playoff rankings Original
Saturday’s 35-10 loss to the Georgia Bulldogs cratered the chances of the Texas Longhorns making the College Football Playoff, reflected in head coach Steve Sarkisian’s team dropping to No. 17 in Tuesday’s release, the third released by the committee this season.
No. 5 Georgia 35, No. 10 Texas 10: Three things we learned Original
At one point, it looked like the Texas Longhorns were going to make this yet another exciting finish. Anthony Hill intercepted Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton, which Texas turned into a scoring drive and closed the game to four points. The Bulldogs responded with a long touchdown drive, aided by Texas miscues, and then stole a possession and put the game out of reach. It was embarrassing and ugly for the Longhorns.
Watch: Steve Sarkisian addresses the media ahead of Georgia Original
The No. 10 Texas Longhorns were in dire need of a bye week. The Longhorns went 4-1 in the streak since their last week off, but made it as dramatic as possible with two overtime wins and holding off a three-score comeback from Vanderbilt in that streak. The lone comfortable win was a 23-6 win over the Oklahoma Sooners, who now sit just one spot behind Texas in the AP Poll. However, with two losses, none of that matters if they don’t close the last three games of the regular season well.
How to watch No. 22 Texas at Mississippi State: Game time, TV, streaming, and more Original
Texas heads to Starkville to try and keep their conference hopes alive. If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. The No. 22 Texas Longhorns have a problem. They bring one of the nation’s best defenses and elite special teams talent, while dragging an offense that just can’t find consistency in any area.
Watch: Steve Sarkisian addresses the media ahead of Red River
The Longhorns head to Dallas for one of the biggest matchups of the season. The Texas Longhorns fell out of the top 25 after an embarrassing loss at the hands of the Florida Gators, where the defense looked out of sorts and the offense couldn’t get out of its own way. The running game was nonexistent, and Arch Manning showed both the highs and lows of his play in the narrow loss.
Watch: Steve Sarkisian addresses the media ahead of Red River
The Texas Longhorns fell out of the top 25 after an embarrassing loss at the hands of the Florida Gators, where the defense looked out of sorts and the offense couldn’t get out of its own way. The running game was nonexistent, and Arch Manning showed both the highs and lows of his play in the narrow loss. Texas doesn’t have any margin to figure things out, as they head to Dallas for the annual rivalry game against the Oklahoma Sooners.
Florida 29, No. 9 Texas 21: Three things we learned Original
The No. 9 Texas Longhorns looked outclassed in many facets of the game, dropping an embarrassing road game to a struggling Florida Gators team. While the Longhorns looked like they found some of their rhythm, they head into Red River reeling on one of the worst performances we’ve seen from Texas since Steve Sarkisian’s first year at the helm. More than anything, this game served as a referendum on Kyle Flood’s unit.
Watch: Steve Sarkisian addresses the media ahead of Florida
The No. 9 Texas Longhorns got some well-needed rest after the offense seemingly found its mojo against an outmatched Sam Houston State squad and rolled 55-0. But now the gauntlet of conference play and a month of games away from Austin kicks off with a trip to The Swamp to take on the Florida Gators. The Gators currently sit 1-3 and are coming off an embarrassing loss to rival Miami, in which quarterback DJ Lagway threw five interceptions and the offense seemingly never got going.
Watch: Steve Sarkisian addresses the media to start bye week Original
The Longhorns’ head coach addressed his bye week routine and the team’s health. The No. 10 Texas Longhorns have completed the first third of the season, ending non-conference play 3-1 and on a bit of a high note. After weeks of offensive ineptitude, they got rolling in a big way thanks to a talent mismatch against the Sam Houston State Bearkats.
Inside the Numbers: Arch Manning may have his swagger back Original
The No. 8 Texas Longhorns did to the Sam Houston State Bearkats what you hope elite teams do to outmatched opponents — they blew them out of the water from opening kick to final whistle. After the offensive struggles of the first three weeks, Texas needed a “get right” game before heading into the bye and SEC play in two weeks. The Bearkats afforded them just that in the lopsided matchup. Texas fans hoped to see Arch Manning rebound by looking nearly untouchable, and he did just that.
No. 8 Texas 55, Sam Houston State 0: Three things we learned Original
A week after putting up 27 total points against UTEP, the No. 8 Texas Longhorns eclipsed that mark on the final drive of the first quarter on Arch Manning’s second rushing touchdown of the game. The Sam Houston State Bearkats were clearly outmatched from the game’s opening kick, but in a week where Texas needed a get-right game, they got precisely that from the offense.
How to watch No. 8 Texas vs. Sam Houston State: Game time, TV, streaming, and more Original
The Texas Longhorns close out non-conference play against an outmatched Bearkats squad. If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. The No. 8 Texas Longhorns are in dire need of a breakout game for the offense. Preseason hype has fallen back to earth, torpedoed by the same thing that brought the expectations in the first place — quarterback Arch Manning.
Watch: Steve Sarkisian addresses the media ahead of Sam Houston State Original
The No. 8 Texas Longhorns need answers on offense. The first two running backs on the depth chart are injured, there is no clear leader in the wide receiver room, and, perhaps most concerning, quarterback Arch Manning looks like a shadow of the player he was expected to be. Through three games, the nation’s former No. 1 player has been inconsistent at-best, looking indecisive and missing wide open receivers on passes he has made in the past.
No. 7 Texas 27, UTEP 10: Three things we learned Original
The No. 7 Texas Longhorns looked lethargic yet again, playing against an outmatched opponent, struggling to get the offense going, and failing to launch both on the ground and through the air. Texas managed to come away with a win, but it has just two weeks left before the start of SEC play, and there are still plenty of questions remaining for the preseason favorite to win the conference.
Inside the Numbers: Costly penalties hampered Texas vs. San Jose State Original
Saturday’s game against the San Jose State Spartans at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium was the first of three chances to get things right for the No. 7 Texas Longhorns after a less-than-stellar start in the season opener. The Longhorns got off to another slow start in the game, but managed to pull away in the second quarter thanks to an offensive flurry that showed what the offense can look like when it’s firing on all cylinders, prevailing 38-7.
No. 7 Texas 38, San Jose State 7: Three things we learned Original
The No. 7 Texas Longhorns needed to get the offense in gear after failing to launch for most of the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the opener. While things still looked shaky early on, Texas was able to cruise in the second half, thanks to a flurry of first-half scoring that papered over some of the biggest issues they faced in the 38-7 victory over the San Jose State Spartans.
Ohio State 14, Texas 7: Three things we learned Original
The defense is still legit One of the reasons for preseason optimism surrounding the Texas Longhorns was the talent and production they brought back on the defensive side, which seemed to be the right read. Texas limited the Ohio State offense for most of the game, holding them to just 213 yards and limiting one of the most deadly receiving threats in the country.
No. 1 Texas vs. No. 3 Ohio State: Keys to victory, Arch Manning’s debut, and predictions for the Week 1 showdown Original
Gameweek is here! The Texas Longhorns’ season opens against the same opponent that ended their National Title hopes a year ago. What’s the No. 1 thing you’ll be watching as Texas takes on No. Ohio State? Daniel Seahorn (@DanielSeahorn) - The game is won and lost in the trenches, so that’s where I will be watching. Will Texas be able to establish the run game? Will they be able to adequately protect Arch? Will the Texas defensive front be able to get pressure on Sayin?
How to watch No. 1 Texas vs. No. 3 Ohio State: Game time, TV, streaming, and more Original
While the No. 1 Texas Longhorns coaches are not framing Saturday’s matchup against the Ohio State Buckeyes in Columbus at Ohio Stadium as a revenge game, it’s easy to see that as one of the many narratives that swirl around their marquee non-conference matchup that represents a rematch of the Cotton Bowl earlier this year in which the Longhorns were eliminated from the College Football Playoff and the Buckeyes went on to win the national title.
WATCH: Steve Sarkisian addresses the media to preview Ohio State
No. 1 Texas heads into unfriendly confines as an underdog to kick off the season. After a long offseason, the No. 1 Texas Longhorns are ready to take the field and start the 2025 football season in one of the marquee matchups of the season against the No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes. While this is technically a rematch of the one that ended the Longhorns’ season in the College Football Playoff, both teams are dealing with turnover at key positions.
Texas Longhorns 2025 Predictions: Season Record, Playoff Chances, and Arch Manning’s Heisman Odds Original
Fill in the blank: The Texas Longhorns will finish with a _______ regular-season record in 2025. Daniel Seahorn (@DanielSeahorn) - I’ll go with 10-2. These seasons are getting longer, and nowadays it’s more of a marathon than a sprint. Getting to double-digit wins and reaching the college football playoff should be the goal. Gerald Goodridge (@ghgoodridge) - I think Texas goes 10-2, but plays for the SEC Championship.
Early takeaways from opening scrimmage and players who need to step up in 2025
The first scrimmage of fall camp is in the books, and reports suggest the defense stole the show while the offense struggled. Is it too early to be worried about the offense? Daniel Seahorn (@DanielSeahorn) - Way too early, especially when you consider the fact that all signs point to the defense being one of the best in the country. If this were week five of the season and the offense was still sputtering, I would be much more concerned. Gerald Goodridge (@ghgoodridge) - Honestly?
Texas ranked No. 1 in Preseason Coaches Poll for first time ever—can they live up to the hype?
Ricardo B. Brazziell/American-Statesman / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Texas Longhorns are the preseason No. 1 team in the Coaches Poll for the first time EVER. Will the Horns back up the hype? Or will this provide bulletin board material for their opponents and lead to a few upsets? Daniel Seahorn (@DanielSeahorn) - 1. Pre-season polls are overrated. 2. We will find out real quick in Columbus if this team can back up the hype that has been built behind them this offseason.
Texas Longhorns Fall Camp Roundtable: Right Tackle Battle, Defensive Line Depth, and Key Position Rankings Ahead of Ohio State Showdown
Horns247 Texas Football is back! Well, almost…this week marked the beginning of fall practice for the Longhorns, and we’re less than 30 days away from kickoff against the Ohio State Buckeyes. Let’s start this roundtable off with what storyline you’re following the most out of fall practice? Daniel Seahorn (@DanielSeahorn) - I’m watching the right tackle spot personally. Texas had really good tackle play last year, and right now Brandon Baker and Andre Cojoe are competing for the starter spot.
Five-star RB Derrek Cooper commits to Texas over Miami, others Original
Derrek Cooper The Texas Longhorns continued their recruiting hot streak on Sunday, adding a commitment at a position of need with the addition of Hollywood (Fla.) Chaminade-Madonna running back Derrek Cooper over the Florida State Seminoles, Georgia Bulldogs, Miami Hurricanes, and Ohio State Buckeyes.
Five-star LB Tyler Atkinson commits to Texas over Clemson, Georgia, and Oregon
OnTexasFootball The Texas Longhorns were in need of major momentum on the recruiting trail and got exactly what they needed with the commitment of Loganville (Ga.) Grayson linebacker Tyler Atkinson live on the Pat McAfee Show on Tuesday.
Four-star CB Samari Matthews commits to Texas Original
The Texas Longhorns added an elite defender to their 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of Samari Matthews on Friday.
Four-star IOL John Turntine III commits to Texas over Michigan and Texas A&M
John Turntine III/IG The Texas Longhorns are putting together one of the elite offensive line groups in the country with the addition of consensus four-star guard John Turntine III on July 4.
Four-star LB Kosi Okpala commits to Texas
Kosi Okpala The Texas Longhorns continue to build an elite defensive class in the 2026 cycle, adding four-star defender Kosi Okpala on Thursday to a group that is rapidly moving up the rankings.
Four-star defender Kosi Okpala commits to Texas
The Texas Longhorns continue to build an elite defensive line class, adding four-star defender Kosi Okpala to a group that is rapidly moving up the rankings.
Four-star defender Kosi Okpala commits to Texas
The Texas Longhorns continue to build an elite defensive line class, adding four-star defender Kosi Okpala to a group that is rapidly moving up the rankings. A highly coveted recruit out of Mayde Creek (Katy) High School, Okpala had suitors from every power conference, including eight SEC schools. He narrowed his list to four visits during the summer window: the Baylor Bears, Miami Hurricanes, Penn State Nittany Lions, and the Longhorns, with Texas grabbing the coveted final weekend.
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