ITYT: Texas' Standout Stars & Bold Ohio State Prediction

Who will be Texas’ most dominant performers this season? Evan Vieth and Nash Talks Texas deliver our bold prediction for the Ohio State matchup.

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Inside Texas Football provides an in-depth preview and prediction for the upcoming 2025 Longhorn football season, with a particular focus on the imminent game against Ohio State.

The discussion then pivots to detailed season predictions, emphasizing key players expected to excel. Both hosts agree that Colin Simmons will be the team’s overall MVP, particularly for his dominant defensive presence as a pass rusher and run defender. On offense, the conversation centers around Arch Manning’s anticipated breakout season, with projections of high yardage, touchdowns, and overall leadership at quarterback. The hosts debate the specifics of Manning’s stats, including passing yards, touchdowns, interceptions, and rushing contributions, factoring in game length and competition level.

The running back position features a split opinion between Trey Wisner and Cedric Baxter as the lead rusher, supported by statistical analysis of carries and efficiency. The hosts acknowledge Tre Wisner’s reliability and effort but lean towards Baxter as the more explosive and impactful back, critical for Texas’s national championship aspirations.

Wide receiver Ryan Wingo is predicted to be the primary target, with expectations of a high reception and yardage total. The hosts analyze target distributions and receiver roles within Steve Sarkisian’s offense, projecting a balanced receiving corps with Wingo as the alpha, supported by DeAndre Moore and tight end Jack Endries.

Defensively, Anthony Hill and Colin Simmons are highlighted as key contributors, with a notable focus on the evolving role of defensive backs Malik Muhammad and Derek Williams Jr. in interceptions and creating turnovers, signaling a defense capable of game-changing plays.

The conversation culminates with predictions for the Texas vs. Ohio State game. Both hosts are confident in a Texas victory, citing Texas’s deeper roster, experienced offensive line, and defensive strength, along with skepticism about Ohio State’s new quarterback and coaching changes. They foresee Texas establishing an early lead, capitalizing on turnovers, and maintaining control throughout the game.

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