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ITYT: The Ups and Downs of Texas Football Heading Into the Season

by: Evan Vieth08/18/25
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Arch Manning (Will Gallagher/Inside Texas)

Texas heads into the new season with plenty of reasons for excitement, but also a few lingering concerns that could hold them back. Here’s a breakdown of the highs and lows shaping the Longhorns right now.

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The video is a detailed pre-season discussion focused on the Texas Longhorns football team as they prepare for their upcoming kickoff against Ohio State.

The hosts dive deeply into the current state of the team, highlighting both strengths and concerns based on observations from training camp, media availability with head coach Steve Sarkisian, and player performances.

They emphasize the promising development of the wide receiver room, the depth and rotation potential on the defensive line, and the overall health of the team entering the season. However, they also express concerns about offensive line depth, pre-snap penalties, and the unsettled “star” nickel defensive back position. The defense is praised for its talent and depth, potentially ranking among the best in recent decades, while the offense shows promise with versatile receivers and an improving quarterback in Arch Manning.

The discussion closes by highlighting the strong team culture and intensity in practice, which bode well for the season.

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