Burton: How Many Wins?

by:Bobby Burton•08/04/21•

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Someone recently asked me, how many games does Steve Sarkisian have to win in his first year as Longhorns coach?

We all have our thoughts about that. Is it eight, nine or 10 wins that will have fans nodding their heads with approval?

My answer is a little different.

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