Should Texas Play Texas Tech? / Texas Longhorns LIVE 104

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: Sacks Given Up → Yes, significantly better (better OL + Arch Manning’s growth). Sacks Per Game (Defense) → Yes/Marginally better (more aggressive scheme under Muschamp, Colin Simmons unleashed). Red Zone Offense → Yes, but big moments remain a question mark (better talent should help). Points Allowed Per Game → Similar or slightly better (~18.5–20.5 range). Points Scored Per Game → Big jump expected (38–41 PPG range possible). 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 despite high expectations. Fun, engaging Longhorn-focused discussion with good banter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.