Episode Details

Episode Notes: Texas Longhorns LIVE #104 – "Should Texas Play Texas Tech?"

Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee

Channel: TexasVOCFB

Length: ~48 minutes

Date: June 2, 2026

Main Segment: Should Texas Schedule Texas Tech?

• Triggered by Joey McGuire (Texas Tech HC) publicly challenging Texas after Steve Sarkisian’s comments on scheduling strength.
• Texas Tech’s Move: Viewed as a strong PR win for the Red Raiders. They took advantage of an opening and positioned themselves as the underdog fighting the “bully.”
• Likelihood of the Game Happening: Very low (hosts say ~1-2% chance).
  • Not primarily because Texas is “too good,” but due to contractual/financial/logistical issues with Texas State (Texas owes them money if the game is canceled) and Abilene Christian.
  • TV networks (ESPN for Texas-Texas State, FS1 for Tech-ACU) would need to align quickly.
  • Travel, ticket complications, and buyouts make it complicated.
• Hosts’ Take:
  • Respect Texas Tech’s jab; it was fair.
  • The game would be fun/drama-filled and a great Week 1 matchup, but red tape makes it unlikely.
  • Sark probably didn’t need to poke the bear, but his point on schedule strength was accurate.
  • Possible future: CFP matchup or replacing Arkansas in the future SEC schedule.

Key Quote: “You gave them the opening to take that shot back.” — Tommy

Segment 2: Players to Watch This Summer

Hosts each listed key players/position battles to monitor:

Tommy’s List:

• Lawrence Seymour & Nicholas Robertson (OL depth/freshman impact)
• Derek Cooper (RB depth, red zone/short yardage)
• Kobe Black vs. Cade Phillips (Corner battle)
• Sterling Burkholder (WR depth/leadership)
• Jonah Williams & Derrick Williams Jr. (Safety room health & development)
• Tyler Atkinson (LB impact as freshman)
• Justice Terry (Edge/DT versatility)

Matthew’s Emphasis:

• Strong focus on OL (Seymour especially)
• Linebacker room potential (Atkinson, Snow, Boswell, etc.)
• Justice Terry as a potential game-changer for edge depth

Segment 3: Will Texas Be Better in 2026?

Hosts broke it down by key metrics:

1. Sacks Given Up → Yes, significantly better (better OL + Arch Manning’s growth).
2. Sacks Per Game (Defense) → Yes/Marginally better (more aggressive scheme under Muschamp, Colin Simmons unleashed).
3. Red Zone Offense → Yes, but big moments remain a question mark (better talent should help).
4. Points Allowed Per Game → Similar or slightly better (~18.5–20.5 range).
5. Points Scored Per Game → Big jump expected (38–41 PPG range possible).
6. Record → Expectation: 10-2 (with 11-1 possible if they beat Ohio State). 9-3 is the floor they must beat.

Overall Outlook: Texas has elite talent (top 2-3 in country with Oregon/Notre Dame). Improved coaching (Muschamp/Gideon), culture, and physicality should push them forward. Ohio State game is pivotal for playoff positioning.

Closing

• Like & Subscribe reminders.
• Next episode: Tuesday at 8 PM ET.
• Fan interaction: Comments on players to watch and record predictions.

Overall Tone: Optimistic but realistic about challenges. Strong emphasis on culture, physicality, and not taking the foot off the gas