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Inside the Program: Fixing Offensive Issues & Rising Impact of Daylan McCutcheon and Lance Jackson

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Texas is working to clean up its offensive execution and get back on track. We also break down how Daylan McCutcheon and Lance Jackson are emerging as young contributors.

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The video “Inside the Program” by Academy Sports and Outdoors features hosts Joe Cook and Eric Nahlin providing an in-depth preview of the Texas Longhorns’ preparation for their upcoming game against UTEP. The central theme of the discussion is the Longhorns focusing on improving their own execution, especially on offense, rather than worrying about their opponent. The video highlights a notably strong “Bloody Tuesday” practice—Texas’ toughest weekly practice—where the team showed significant improvement in assignment soundness and discipline. This improvement has brought a renewed sense of confidence after a somewhat inconsistent start to the season.

A key defensive player spotlight is on true freshman Lance Jackson, considered a potential top NFL prospect due to his rare combination of size, athleticism, and work ethic. Jackson’s significant playing time this early in the season underscores the coaching staff’s confidence in his talent and future impact. On offense, the running back room is dissected, noting Tre Wisner as the best overall back, though currently sidelined, with CJ Baxter praised for his football IQ, Christian Clark for talent, and Jerrick Gibson for physicality. True freshman James Simon might see playing time soon to inject fresh energy into the backfield.

Wide receiver Ryan Wingo is also discussed, with the team optimistic about his development despite a slow start this season, while DeAndre Moore’s absence could provide an opportunity for Daylan McCutcheon. The offensive line’s main challenge remains cohesion rather than talent, with ongoing efforts to achieve better synchronization and execution as the team moves deeper into the schedule.

The program also reflects on the toughness of certain players across various positions, highlighting names like Neto Umeozulu, Cole Brevard, Travis Shaw, Tre Wisner, and Ty’Anthony Smith, whose combination of athleticism and grit makes them invaluable. Ty’Anthony Smith, in particular, stands out for his versatility and ability to stay on the field in key defensive packages due to his unique skill set and toughness.

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