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Believers and doubters clash over Texas football's hype | The Girl Herd

Joe Cookby: Joe Cook07/30/25josephcook89

Texas enters the season with sky-high expectations, but not everyone’s buying the hype. In this episode of The Girl Herd, we break down why some believe Texas is a title contender—and why others are calling it premature.

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The video features a spirited discussion among the hosts of Inside Texas with the Girl Herd — Angie, Michelle, and Devon — focusing on the buzz and narratives surrounding the Texas Longhorns football team as they head into the new season. Central to their conversation is the speculation and online chatter about Arch Manning, the team’s highly anticipated quarterback, including rumors about whether he might be benched mid-season. The hosts dismiss this as clickbait aimed at stirring the passionate Longhorn fan base and emphasize the confidence they collectively have in Arch’s abilities and leadership, noting his upbringing, authenticity, and readiness to take full control of the offense as a third-year player entering his first full season as starter.

They also contrast the pressures Arch faces with those of his predecessor, Quinn Ewers, highlighting that Arch has learned from past experiences and appears mentally prepared for the spotlight. The conversation broadens to include the team’s high preseason ranking (likely number one), the impact of the coaching staff led by head coach Sark, and the significance of maintaining player health, especially in the running back room, for a long and challenging season. The hosts analyze ESPN’s SP+ ratings, which provide data-driven preseason efficiency predictions, situating Texas behind Alabama and Georgia but expressing optimism about the team’s potential.

The dialogue touches on the larger college football landscape, including ongoing quarterback uncertainties at rival programs like Ohio State and Georgia, and the evolving dynamics within powerhouse teams like Alabama under new leadership. The group reflects on Texas’s potential to become a dynasty, fueled by a renewed confidence, strong leadership, and a talented roster, urging that this season could mark the beginning of a historic run.

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