Longhorns' 2026 challenge: Taming the dual-threat beast

NCAA Football: Texas A&M at Texas — Nov 28, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) keeps the ball for yards during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Will Muschamp and the Nick Saban-school of defense have been known to have issues with dual-threat quarterbacks in spread offenses. Why is that style difficult and how can Muschamp adjust in 2026?

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