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Non-Conference Recap: The Good, the Bad, and the Fixable

Joe Cookby: Joe Cook09/27/25josephcook89

Texas’ non-conference slate showed us strengths to build on and weaknesses that still need fixing. We break down the good, the bad, and what Texas must improve before SEC play begins.

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The video is a comprehensive discussion about the Texas Longhorns football team’s performance in non-conference games, analyzing what worked well and what needs improvement before they enter the more competitive SEC schedule.

The two hosts talk in detail about various facets of the team, focusing on offensive and defensive strengths and weaknesses, individual player performances, and overall team culture. Key topics include Arch Manning’s dual-threat ability and inconsistency, the offensive line’s pass protection but struggles in running backs’ explosiveness, and situational football execution.

On defense, the conversation highlights the strong defensive line play, experimental secondary, and lack of turnovers as concerns. The hosts also praise the team’s defensive culture and depth, contrasting it with the offense’s inconsistency and lack of cohesion. They conclude by spotlighting standout players on both sides of the ball and expressing optimism about improvements as Texas moves into SEC play.

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