Episode Details

Number one Texas heads to Knoxville for their first road game and their first SEC matchup of the season against a Tennessee team that is averaging over 300 yards rushing per game and starting a true freshman quarterback. Nick Shuley is joined by Rod Babers, Jeremy Hills, Alex Okafor, and Mark Higgins to break down every angle of this massive early season SEC showdown. The crew gets into whether the Texas passing game can get back on track after the UTSA hangover, what Colin Simmons's status means for stopping a Tennessee ground attack that has been rolling through their schedule, how a freshman quarterback handles his biggest moment yet, and whether Texas's battle tested experience from beating the number one team in the country two weeks ago travels on the road. They also dig into the penalty problem that has to get cleaned up, the special teams matchup including two kickers who have both been outstanding, and all five guys give their score predictions and they are all coming in under the total. College Game Day is in Knoxville and this one has the feel of a classic.

0:04 Welcome Back - Number One Texas at Number 14 Tennessee
0:48 Score Prediction Recap From UTSA and New Merch Coming Soon
1:09 All Time Series History and a Little Fozzy Whittaker Tape
1:45 Season Records and Welcome to All the New Tennessee Fans
2:44 College Game Day in Knoxville and Game Details
3:34 Key Storylines Heading Into This Game
4:22 Tennessee Starting a Freshman Quarterback - How Does He Handle This Moment
5:07 Colin Simmons Status and Why It Matters Against a 300 Yard Rushing Attack
6:11 Texas Is Battle Tested in Ways Most Teams Are Not
7:00 Texas Offense vs Tennessee Defense
14:00 Can the Passing Game Get Back on Track and What Does Arch Need
20:00 Texas Defense vs Tennessee Offense
28:00 Stopping the Tennessee Run Game - The Key to This Matchup
35:00 The Penalty Problem Has to Get Cleaned Up
40:00 Tennessee Alumni Segment With Mark Higgins
45:36 Peyton Manning Todd Helton and Bernard King
46:53 Special Teams Preview - Two Outstanding Kickers Going Head to Head
48:27 Third Down and Penalty Numbers for Both Teams
49:53 Score Predictions From All Five - Everyone Is Coming in Under the Total
52:33 Wrap Up and Hook Em

Welcome to 3rd & Longhorn, your ultimate destination for all things Texas Longhorn Football! Join us weekly for an in-depth show featuring analysis and commentary from Lifetime Longhorn Football players Derrick Johnson, Alex Okafor, Fozzy Whittaker, Rod Babers, Jeremy Hills, and Clark Field Collective/Texas One Fund co-founder Nick Shuley.

3rd & Longhorn takes you deep inside the world of Texas Football, offering a unique perspective from some of the best to ever put on the pads at the 40 Acres. Whether you’re a die-hard Longhorn fan or new to the scene, our show provides unparalleled insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and expert breakdowns of games, players, and strategies.

Meet Our Team:
Derrick Johnson: NFL All-Pro and Texas Longhorn legend, providing unparalleled defensive insights. 

Alex Okafor: Former NFL defensive end, breaking down the line of scrimmage battles. 

Jeremy Hills: Renowned trainer and former Longhorn running back, discussing player development. 

Fozzy Whittaker: NFL veteran and special teams ace, offering game day analysis.

Rod Babers: Longhorn cornerback great and media personality, sharing insider knowledge.

Nick Shuley: Co-founder of Clark Field Collective/Texas One Fund, discussing the business side of college sports.

What to Expect:
• Game Highlights & Recaps: Relive the best moments from every game with comprehensive highlights and in-depth recaps.
• Expert Analysis: Get detailed breakdowns of team performance, player statistics, and game strategies from our seasoned analysts.
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