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TexasVOCFB Postgame LIVE Notes Texas 34, Ole Miss 27 Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee Aired on TexasVOCFB (postgame after the win) Overall Takeaway Texas escapes with a 34-27 win over Ole Miss in another close, uniquely frustrating game. The defense had one of its better outings (held a good Ole Miss offense to ~20 points), but the team continues to shoot itself in the foot with penalties (14 mentioned), special-teams breakdowns, inconsistent run game, and one or two inexplicable decisions from Arch Manning. Hosts view the win as necessary and a step forward (especially after recent losses), but emphasize this is simply “who this team is” right now—they build leads, then struggle to put teams away. Staff changes (especially special teams) feel inevitable; Sarkisian’s job is viewed as safe if Texas reaches 9-3 or the playoff. Opening / Game Summary & Frustration (0:00–2:00) Texas wins 34-27 in another one-score game. Hosts note the pattern of fighting hard but not getting out of their own way. Up 24-3 and never felt comfortable; needed ~31 points to feel secure. “This team can’t stand success.” Penalties, a massive Andre Kojo mistake that gave up a TD, defensive penalties, and an Arch Manning throw that “fundamentally cannot” happen in that situation. Defense played its most complete game; Colin Simmons (out) took over at times, but the unit still delivered. Weird, uniquely frustrating team, but “anyone would take what Texas just got today” against a good opponent. Second top-10 win of the season (third possible depending on Tennessee). Defense Performance (2:00–6:30) Held Ole Miss to 20 points (offense accounted for one). Trinidad Chambliss: 250 passing yards on 52 attempts, under 50% completion. Limited pressure without blitzes (expected without Simmons); occasional four-man pressure but mostly blitz-driven. Creative looks from Will Muschamp (corner blitzes from Masco and Phillips). Strong run defense early (longest run by the punter at one point). Linebackers had their best game since Tennessee: Biles flashed, Justin Cryer solid, Brad Spence made big plays in more of an edge role. A+ grade from that unit. Cade Phillips will continue to be targeted in the air (struggles with the ball in the air); Masco and Littleton are solid. Feeling better about the defense without Simmons going forward; hope he returns soon (needed after next week). Penalties, Mistakes & Arch Manning (3:00–5:00 / 8:30–11:30) 14 penalties. Hosts agree Ole Miss got away with several that should have been called; worst officiating crew in the country (previously suspended). Kojo fumble/mistake not fully on him—he got beat by speed; power is fine and he’s a strong run blocker (possibly better than Goosby in the run game). Arch’s first interception: not a major issue (good play by the defender; ball could have been higher/outside). The late one was unacceptable—“fundamentally can’t happen.” Ryan Wingo: 6 catches in the first half, only 1 in the second. Hosts want the ball to him more (best receiver on the team). Cam Coleman criticized as lacking fight/consistency (“biggest waste of money”; George Pickens-style space cadet). Third-quarter offensive stagnation is a recurring theme; team has to survive that stretch. Special Teams & Jeff Banks Criticism (long segment ~7:50–16:00) Special teams repeatedly hurt the team despite strong offense/defense stretches. Coverage issues (vacated the wide side of the field on a punt, nearly gave up a TD before half), onside kicks (three straight recovered against them), and individual mistakes. Jeff Banks (highest-paid special teams coordinator) heavily criticized. Successes (Gianni Spedic, Ryan Niblett returns, Alex January block) are individual plays, not scheme/coaching. Onside kicks are pure execution/personnel—Banks’ responsibility. “There’s nothing that he’s done that has saved his job.” Should be fired tomorrow if not for being “one of Sark’s boys.” Even if Texas wins out or a national title, Banks still has to go. Three straight onside kicks recovered is historically rare. Story is written: Banks is likely the first staff change. Run Game & Offensive Line (9:00–11:00 / 16:00–27:00) Run game showed up late (fourth quarter) but not consistently enough for four quarters. Need a reliable run game so Arch doesn’t feel forced to push the ball when the offense sputters. Outside zone/stretch works better with the backs (Relique Brown vision/athleticism); middle runs behind Robertson/Baker often fail. Arch’s legs used more effectively today (including a designed TD). Andre Kojo is a massive piece in the run game (mauler). Possible lineup tweak: slide Sikorski to center, move Kojo to guard (especially if Goosby is out). Goosby appeared to suffer a knee injury—status TBD (hope it’s short-term). Baker had a bounce-back game; Robertson remains an issue. Hosts discuss experimenting at center (Cole Hudson mentioned as a potential upgrade over Robertson in some views; practice performance matters per Sark). Offensive line is better at run blocking than last year (higher highs) but pass protection still concerning at times. Kyle Flood’s group played well enough today not to be the main target, but more consistency needed. Possible future changes include Flood and others on the offensive side. Looking Ahead, Staff & Sarkisian (18:00–24:00 / 29:30–end) This is who the team is: close games the rest of the way (Mizzou, LSU, A&M). Possible blowout vs. Mississippi State (bad defense) or Arkansas. Kamario Taylor (MSU) left with a foot injury again—may miss next week. Need to get out of their own way (coaching and players). Consistent run game + fewer penalties = much better team. Sarkisian’s job: locked in after this win. 9-3 (with wins over Tennessee, Ole Miss, Ohio State) should be a playoff team. 8-4 or worse is the fire threshold for some. Changes needed regardless: new OC/QB coach, Banks out, likely more offensive staff turnover. Different offensive philosophy preferred if Arch is back. Depth/rotations: more Michael Terry (explosive, high-running style), Jermaine Bishop if Coleman is out, possibly four-back rotation. Derek Williams better than Kobe Black on game days (sure tackling, big plays); Kobe Black better as pure cover safety. Jonah Williams and others underutilized. Injuries to monitor: Goosby, Coleman, Simmons (still out a couple weeks). Closing Grades video dropping tomorrow. Back Tuesday for Mississippi State preview and weekly breakdown. “Texas escapes Ole Miss, 34-27. Probably not the last time I use the words ‘escapes.’” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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Texas Longhorns LIVE 124 — “The End Of The Sark ERA!!??” Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee (TexasVOCFB) Sponsor: FanDuel Focus: Post-Florida loss reaction, Sarkisian/Arch Manning disconnect, QB change talk, and Ole Miss preview. Intro & Betting Line (00:00–01:25) Welcome to the 124th edition, live on the Texas channel. Vandal has Texas favored by roughly the home field + half-point (effectively neutral-field slight favorite). Hosts call the line bizarre given Texas’s talent vs. current play. Notes Ole Miss previously had a similar line vs. Florida and lost big. No dominant team nationally right now; Vegas has been sharp this season. FanDuel promo reminder. Florida Loss Reaction & Sark/Arch Disconnect (01:25–10:00) Florida loss remains a major issue. Hosts see a growing disconnect between Arch Manning and Steve Sarkisian that must improve this week or the relationship is in serious trouble. Texas led 17-3 early, got the long-awaited special teams TD, then collapsed in the second half. Defense allowed too much on early downs and easy third downs; eyes were poor late. Primary blame is on the offense and Sark/Arch. Arch missed wide-open throws he has made before (including under pressure). Hesitancy and lack of confidence have appeared this year (absent late last season). Sark is pushing Arch toward a more pure pocket-passer style that does not currently suit him; the screen game was underutilized on some opportunities. Broader Sark-era problems: consistent offensive line issues (physicality and scheme fit), players not being put in positions to succeed (examples: Cam Coleman, Emmett Mosley), and inability to run the ball effectively in the SEC outside of elite individual talent like Bijan/Roschon. Record projection: hosts lean 8-4 or 7-5/6-6 territory. A 9-3 Texas could still make the CFP this year. Staff changes expected (possible departures involving Kyle Flood, Jeff Banks, A.J. Millwee, Torrey Becton conversation). Sark is unlikely to be fired immediately even at 8-4; major offensive changes (staff and/or play-calling) are more realistic. Firing becomes realistic at 6-6/7-5. Clip-worthy moments: Sark tenure “might die this week” framing (≈02:06–02:16); Arch missing wide-open throws + confidence collapse (≈03:25–04:00); OL physicality and “talent recognition without plan” critique (≈07:00–09:00). Season Path, Staff Changes & Fan Expectations (10:00–15:00) Hosts want the team to win out and look better offensively while still expecting offensive staff rebuilds. Sark has earned some benefit of the doubt for lifting the program, but rich donors will demand results. Many fans would only be happy with elite hires (e.g., Curt Cignetti or Kirby Smart). Reality check: Texas is 4-2 and not a total disaster; it could easily be 2-4 with a fired coach. Two things needed: confident Arch and winning the turnover/field-position battle. Sark is expected to remain the 2027 coach in some form; full uprooting is less likely than significant changes. Listener Comments & Additional Context (15:00–18:00) Max Brown breakdown mention (not fully viewed). Preference for longer film breakdowns. Arch’s Ohio State game more on Sark; run game and OL still limit any QB. Tennessee win discussion: not viewed as a pure upset by Vegas standards (Texas would still be favored); Neyland is always tough. Texas has two inexcusable losses and two of the best wins in the country. Path to 9-3/10-2 exists if they figure it out soon. QB Change Discussion — KJ Lacey (20:25–25:00+) Reports (Pete Thamel) of increased first-team reps for KJ Lacey; Sark said similar number of first-team reps; Anwar Richardson/Orangebloods indicated roughly the same or slightly more. Manning family source said they understand this is Texas, not “University of Manning,” and are fine with a benching if warranted. Hosts are skeptical a change fundamentally fixes the offense. Backup bump is real but temporary once film exists (common in college and NFL). Lacey would likely reduce some negative plays/indecision but offers less athleticism and no clear run-game solution. OL issues (eyes, physicality, technique) persist regardless of QB. Hosts believe Sark would not ride Arch solely because of the last name if he truly thought a change helped his job security. Arch works hard; development/scheme fit is the larger issue. Clip-worthy: Manning family reaction to potential benching (≈21:00); “honeymoon period” for a new QB ends once film exists (≈21:45–22:45). Ole Miss Preview (≈36:00–49:00) Ole Miss only loss is to Florida; strong recent defensive showing vs. Missouri. Trinidad Chambliss, Kewan Lacy, and Deuce Alexander form an elite trio. Keys for Texas: Contain Chambliss in the pocket (don’t let him create outside). Hold Ole Miss under ~27 points (Texas offense has been stuck around the mid-20s). Force turnovers (defense has been weak at this; Colin Simmons out hurts pass rush). Get a good start (close first quarter is critical; avoid early 14-0 hole that turns the crowd). Simplify the offense: lean into duo/outside zone, screens, Ryan Wingo (and Jermaine Bishop), short passing game, and RBs in the passing game. Stop overcomplicating. Play complementary football and win field position. Ole Miss front seven is loaded with NFL talent (Will Echols, Cam Franklin, Suntarine Perkins, etc.). This is a nightmare matchup and a potential fork-in-the-road game for the Sark/Arch era. Hosts both pick Ole Miss: one 31-21, the other 30-24. A win could restart playoff talk; a loss accelerates tough conversations in Austin. Need to put everything on the table (QB run game, RB receiving, etc.). No more long-term conservation. Clip-worthy: “If Ole Miss gets to 27, they win” (≈37:00); Ryan Wingo target/scoring correlation (≈38:50); “fork in the road” for Sark/Arch (≈37:25); both score predictions (≈48:00–49:00). Additional Comments, Recruiting & Close (49:00–55:15) Wheel route / RB receiving game underused. Hollywood Smothers possible minor shoulder issue; more rotation expected (Derek Cooper, Jermaine Bishop, possibly OL). Defense exhaustion vs. Florida tied to time of possession and short game; complementary football required. Recruiting impact: limited as long as Sark stays and resources remain; a couple more losses would change the calculus. Mentions of Brian Swanson and Ishmael Kamara as key targets. Close: like/subscribe, Bet’s Bet show Thursday 6:30 p.m. ET, postgame show late Saturday night. Overall Tone & Takeaways The episode treats this weekend as potentially decisive for the Sark era and the Arch relationship. Hosts are critical of scheme fit, OL/run game, and player usage but stop short of calling for an immediate firing. They see a narrow path to the CFP if Texas wins this week and cleans up turnovers/field position, while emphasizing that the offense must simplify and play to Arch’s strengths. Both hosts lean Ole Miss in a close but not particularly pretty game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TEXAS-Florida Postgame LIVE (TexasVOCFB) — Episode Notes Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee Final score: Florida 27, Texas 24 Overall tone: Extremely frustrated. Hosts treat the loss as a potential turning point on Steve Sarkisian’s job security, with major criticism of play-calling, Arch Manning’s decision-making/confidence, offensive-line inconsistency, and a failure to lean into what was working. Defense (Will Muschamp) is the only unit consistently defended. Season outlook is grim (roughly 7–8 wins); coaching-change discussion is active. Opening Reaction (0:00–1:00) 0:00–0:05 — Immediate announcement of the 27-24 loss. Hosts call it the “nail in the coffin” of belief in Sarkisian. Prediction: Texas is probably an 8-4 team; CDC should start putting out feelers on a replacement list. 0:36–0:58 — Colin Simmons note: If he’s hurt at all, sit out the rest of the season. He’s been phenomenal, projects as a top-5 pick, and shouldn’t risk his future. Core Problems: Coaching, Play-Calling & Arch (1:00–4:00) 1:00–1:30 — Same conversation as prior weeks. Ohio State 4th-quarter spurt was fun, but overall the team spent a lot of money and has come up flat. Blame starts with the coaching staff, then the QB who was put in good spots and failed to pull the trigger. 1:34–2:15 — Offense is not good outside the defense. Defense has been put in bad situations repeatedly. By Week 6 against a Florida team that ran the ball, longer drives and 3rd-down conversions were inevitable. Losses started well before the season (preparation and identity issues). 2:24–3:05 — Sarkisian continues to come up short in areas where he has consistently underperformed. Conversations about firing him, hiring a new OC, or Arch transferring next year are now legitimate. Next week they face one of the best QBs in the country (Ole Miss) and are likely to get “torn to pieces.” 3:07–3:40 — No sugarcoating: Not going 6-0 the rest of the way. Might go .500 and salvage something, but tough decisions are coming. Press conference expected to frustrate fans further. 3:41–4:05 — Specific pattern: Texas was up 17-7 vs Oklahoma and 17-3 vs Florida and couldn’t get one more drive + stop. Screens (especially to Ryan Wingo) and outside zone were working at high efficiency; they abandoned them for forced deep shots. Blame is shared but leans on the play-caller who knows Arch’s tendencies. Coaching Staff & Personnel Breakdown (4:00–8:00) 4:40–5:15 — Potential buyout scenario if Sark refuses to give up play-calling. Hosts are open to younger coaches; Texas can get almost anyone except a short list (Day, DeBoer, Cignetti, Lanning, Smart). 6:03–6:45 — Defense only gave up ~300 yards and played well, but is constantly on the field because the offense can’t convert 3rd downs (45 plays in a half cited). Will Muschamp is the only staff member earning his money. Jeff Banks is largely bailed out by Ryan Niblett’s return ability. 6:45–7:10 — Offensive line was the worst of the year; Florida pushed them around. No push in the run game. Inside runs continue to be called despite not working (Connor Robertson specifically called out). Screens, outside zone, and 10/11 personnel were effective but underused. 7:06–8:00 — Team is not leaning into its identity. Even if they start doing so now, LSU will key on the screens. Melvin Ciani not playing to standard; Connor Robertson not the player needed; Brandon Baker still figuring it out. Talent is there (many future NFL players), so this is primarily a coaching/scheme issue. Season Outlook & Broader Context (8:00–15:00) 8:40–9:15 — Defense is miles ahead of the offense. Fall camp may have been “smoke and mirrors.” With Colin Simmons potentially out, edge play will suffer further. 9:16–10:00 — Resources exist to flip things in one offseason. Hope to win a couple more, send seniors off well, but low trust in the current staff (especially Sark, despite past progress pulling the program out of the post-Brown/Herman wilderness). 10:07–11:20 — Ryan Wingo is the only consistent standout playing up to potential. Hollywood Smothers is trying but getting hit in the backfield. RBs/WRs are trying but limited by play-calling and a QB who doesn’t pull the trigger enough (confidence issue). Up 17-3 at home and let a true-freshman QB on the road off the hook — mentally tougher, better-coached team won. 11:45–12:30 — Long-term view: An implosion (missing the playoff) might be best so real changes happen. A 9-3/10-2 sneak into the playoff would lock in mediocrity. Difference from last year is mainly Arch not bailing out the offense the way he did previously. 12:45–13:40 — Sark sees what works and abandons it. Screens averaging 10–15 yards, outside zone, and Arch’s athleticism outside are underused; inside runs to the O-line’s weakness continue. Tackle duo (Ciani + Baker) should be leveraged more on the edges. Will Muschamp adjusts and sticks with what works; the offense does not. 13:40–14:10 — Best Sark offenses came with Tom Herman holdovers. Since those players left, results have been poorer. Projection: 7–8 wins (likely beats Mississippi State, Texas A&M, Arkansas). With this roster, that is a disaster. Parallel drawn to Oregon (also a preseason favorite now in trouble). Coaching Candidates & Arch’s Future (15:00–25:00) 15:00–16:00 — Hosts didn’t want to have this conversation mid-season. Willing to be proven wrong down the stretch, but current level of play makes playoff/national-title goals unrealistic. 16:30–17:30 — Personality of the staff isn’t aggressive/intense enough for consistent high-level SEC success. Program has moved from “terrible” to “in the conversation” under Sark but is now moving backward. Without a fundamental rebound or postseason reset, 2027 will be worse. 18:00–19:30 — Top coaching candidates: Will Stein (No. 1 — done everything right at Kentucky, Lake Travis background, Texas ties) and Kenny Dillingham (No. 2). Eric Morris mentioned as a “crazy” option but SEC spread concerns. Arch is expected to start the remaining six games. Donor fatigue is a risk. 20:15–21:30 — Stein would take the Texas job if offered. Other names floated later (Bob Chesney). Realistic ceiling is 8-4; best-case win-out is possible but unlikely. 22:15–24:00 — Arch Manning criticism is fair but overstated relative to scheme/OL issues nationally. Bench him and the last bullet is fired — if it looks bad, Sark is gone immediately. Arch needs to look good the rest of the way for his own stock and donor confidence. He made one remarkable play; open receivers were missed (including a screen-and-go to Cam Coleman). 24:30–25:30 — No reason to expect improvement after the bye. Not a great team, not making the CFP. Pattern of blowing leads and second-half collapses mirrors earlier Sark years and the Arizona State playoff game. Later Discussion & Wrap (25:00–end) 25:00–26:30 — Among high-profile coaches (Sark, Norvell, Sweeney, Venables, Elko), Sark is the most likely to be fired due to expectations/roster. Venables/Elko safer; Norvell depends on money; Sweeney is a cult figure. Jim Harbaugh as a Texas candidate is floated as a “gut feeling” but hosts are skeptical. 27:00–30:00 — Arch is inconsistent with negative confidence (contrasted with last year). Screens and quick game worked; they were abandoned. Same script as Quinn Ewers years: boat-race early, then stalls. Closing the logic loop: Sark goes away from what worked, which makes Arch look worse. 30:00–35:00 — Specific late-game sequence (Wingo screen → QB draw → nothing runs → sack on 4th-and-2) cited as emblematic. Pattern of not finishing games is a multi-year issue. Arizona State playoff game is the encapsulating example of the Sark era. 35:00–40:00 — Six-year offensive ranking critique (rarely top-15 in key categories). Cam Coleman called overrated/unphysical (contrasted with Jeremiah Smith). Ryan Wingo clear WR1; Jermaine Bishop and screens underused. Physicality/installation issues when facing top competition. 40:00–45:00 — Grades floated: Arch a D, coaching an F. Talent is real (multiple future first-rounders / high NFL picks projected: Colin Simmons, Ryan Wingo, etc.). A new coach could unlock more of it. Hypothetical Will Stein hire would fit the personnel better. 45:00–end — Top-5 or most NFL draftees possible from this roster. Closing: Absolute disaster that starts with Sarkisian. Call for like/subscribe and comments on preferred future head coach. Key recurring points for clips: Up 17-3 and couldn’t finish (screens/outside zone abandoned). “Same conversation five times now.” Will Muschamp is the only one earning his check. Will Stein as the clear No. 1 replacement candidate. 8-4 projection with this talent is a disaster. Pattern of early success → second-half collapse (Ewers years, Arizona State playoff game). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Texas Longhorns LIVE 123 — “Who is to Blame?” Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee (Tommy) Network: TexasVOCFB / Voice of College Football (sponsored by FanDuel) Opening & Betting Line (≈0:00–1:30) Texas is a 10.5-point favorite at home vs. Florida (FanDuel). Hosts note this is essentially the same number they faced against Oklahoma, with the home field adding roughly three points. Tommy: The matchup favors Texas if they avoid self-inflicted wounds. Florida’s offense is unlikely to “figure things out” against Texas; Vegas appears concerned the SEC has sorted out Florida. Miller: 10.5 is fair. This may be Texas’s hardest offensive test so far, but also the weakest Power Four defense they’ve faced. Florida’s front four is solid; the back seven is not. Core Debate: Arch or Sark? (≈1:30–21:00) Both hosts land primarily on Steve Sarkisian, with a smaller share on Arch Manning. Miller’s split (≈70–80% Sark / 20–30% Arch): Sark’s Texas offense has generally regressed statistically across most categories over his tenure. Sark chose both Arch Manning and Quinn Ewers. The best offense of the Sark era was under Casey Thompson; the best running game featured Tom Herman recruits (Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Brooks). Both QBs may have been somewhat overhyped. Quinn was more limited physically/by injuries and appeared to grasp the playbook better. Arch has the physical tools but struggles with processing (“in between the ears”). A coach should adapt the scheme to the personnel rather than forcing the preferred system. Sark has not done this enough. Under-center snaps have been particularly problematic for Arch (harder to dissect the defense; limited space when the center is beaten). Suggests limiting under-center to a small handful of trusted plays and living in shotgun/pistol. Last six games of 2025, Arch posted the highest QBR in the country while primarily in 10/11 personnel spread. Out-of-pocket throws have generally been a strength (until the recent interception). Tommy’s view (≈65% Sark / 35% Arch): Sark is an elite offensive coach who has not put it together consistently enough. He built this roster. The offensive line, wide receivers, and portal running backs fit a spread offense better than the 12-personnel pro-style system Sark prefers. The current tight ends are not strong receiving threats (Nick Townsend lacks explosiveness; others have limited production). Arch’s issues: poor pocket management (stepping into pressure, leaving clean pockets), staring down receivers and failing to throw (missed open Amari Winston on the final interception; missed Cam Coleman on a sack), and not fully trusting his eyes, the line, or the system. Positive moments exist (e.g., the Cam Coleman touchdown on the move, the Ryan Wingo touchdown read). There are dialed-up winners that Arch is not converting. Sark has a responsibility both to develop Arch within the preferred system and to adapt when necessary to win now. Evidence shows what Arch does well (pre-snap recognition, athleticism, out-of-pocket play); the offense should lean into 10/11 personnel spread more heavily to build confidence over the next few games before potentially blending concepts later. Arch is the clear team leader; benching him would risk locker-room issues and is not justified on pure talent/availability grounds relative to the alternatives. Shared points: There is a fundamental disconnect between what Sark wants to call and what Arch (and much of the current personnel) executes well. Talent is not the primary problem. Multiple receivers, most of the offensive line, and other pieces project as NFL talent. The answers exist; execution and scheme fit are lagging. Manning’s last name creates both advantages (NIL, expectations) and disadvantages (outsize scrutiny, e.g., national articles). What Can Be Fixed This Season (≈21:50–34:00) Scheme/personnel usage is the biggest in-season lever. The running game has been average-to-bad since Bijan and Brooks left (line, scheme, backs, or combination). More spread looks should improve the passing game and create space for playmakers. Statistical contrast cited (via CJ Vogel / Inside Texas breakdowns): 10 personnel has been far more efficient recently than 12 personnel. Current snap share is heavy on 11 (~56%) and 12 (~31–32%), with limited 10 and 20 personnel. Recommendation: shift 10–12% of the 12-personnel snaps toward 10 personnel and modest increases in 20 personnel (two-back looks with Cooper, Brown, Niblett, Smothers, etc.). Best current playmakers to lean on: Cam Coleman, Ryan Wingo, Emmitt Mosley, Jermaine Bishop, Derek Cooper, Hollywood Smothers, Malik Brown. Get them on the field more; the tight ends are not currently among the top 11 playmakers. Offensive line: Connor Robertson is a liability in pass protection against elite fronts (eyes/feet too slow; vulnerable to stunts). Dylan Sikorski at center and Lawrence Seymour at guard is worth exploring for better pass pro in a spread look. Kyle Flood is not the primary issue. Special teams (Jeff Banks): Disastrous so far (punt return/block issues, kickoff out-of-bounds, poor return production, penalties, missed tackles). Not fixable with a mid-season coordinator change. Play simple and boring the rest of the way (no tricks, kick down the middle, tackle well, limit big plays and penalties). Goal is net-neutral. Penalties: Offensive line is relatively clean (only five total on the line, some in garbage time). Problems are elsewhere (PIs, roughing the passer, unsportsmanlike, special teams). Clean those up and the team improves significantly in penalty rankings. Coaching changes (Banks, potential OC help next year) are more likely offseason items. Sark has a lot on his plate; a dedicated play-caller could free him for sideline management and adjustments (DeBoer-style). Next year’s QB (if Arch leaves) may fit Sark’s preferred system better. Florida Preview & Keys (≈34:00–end) Must-win for both. Florida coming off blowout losses to Missouri and South Carolina; Texas off the Oklahoma loss. Key for Texas defense: Stop Jaden Baugh (#13). Florida’s offense is heavily dependent on him. In their four early wins he averaged ~7.2 YPC on high volume; in the two losses he was held to 72 yards at 2.9 YPC. Texas’s run defense has been excellent. Aaron Filo is not yet a consistent threat to carry the offense. Key for Texas offense: Protect up front and attack the secondary/linebackers. Florida’s back seven is a clear weakness (high passing yards allowed on the road). Arch should be able to find rhythm and volume (hosts project 250–350+ yards possible). Scheme adjustments (more 10/11/20 personnel) would open even bigger windows. Historical note: Texas is 6-0 after non-season-ending losses since 2023, winning by an average of roughly 15 points and scoring 20+ in the first half in most of those games. Bounce-back opportunities have produced strong starts. Florida’s secondary has been exploited by other quarterbacks; Texas has the receiving talent to do the same. Score predictions: Miller: Texas 34–23 (covers). Tommy: Texas 31–20. Expects some scheme adaptation but not a full overhaul; range of outcomes is wide (could be a comfortable win or a tight one depending on execution and self-inflicted issues). Closing Notes Hosts emphasize the next three games offer favorable defensive matchups and a chance to install more spread concepts, build Arch’s confidence, and get the offense consistent before tougher tests (e.g., LSU at home). Call-in show and postgame coverage planned for later in the week. Standard CTA: like, subscribe, comment with score predictions. Overall takeaway from the episode: The offense’s struggles are real but fixable in the short term primarily through scheme and personnel adjustments that better match Arch Manning and the current skill-position talent. Sark bears the larger share of responsibility as the play-caller and roster builder. Florida presents a realistic bounce-back opportunity if Texas stops the run and attacks the secondary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Texas Longhorns Live | Texas-Oklahoma Postgame Reaction (Red River Rivalry) Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas (Tommy) Bresee | Voice of College Football (TexasVOCFB) Result: Texas 24, Oklahoma 27 Core theme: Texas lost a game it largely controlled by beating itself with mental mistakes, special teams failures, and late turnovers rather than being outplayed on offense or defense. Chapter 1: Initial Reaction (0:01–1:12) 0:15–0:47 — Hosts call it a mental blow-up: blocked punt for a TD, pick-six, and a single Oklahoma TD drive littered with Texas penalties (roughing the passer that wiped out an INT, plus end-zone pass interference). Oklahoma’s only offensive points came on that drive. Clip-worthy: “If Oklahoma’s going to win this, they’re going to do it because Texas just blows up mentally. Well, guess what? Texas just blew up mentally.” Final score 27-24 described as a game Texas “can’t lose and you do lose.” Chapter 2: Analyzing the Team’s Failures (1:12–2:42) 1:04–1:16 — Tommy: Oklahoma scored 13 offensive points at best; Texas handed them 14. Two ill-timed Arch Manning INTs + penalties killed Texas. Texas led by 10 at half despite not playing great football, then self-destructed late. 1:42–1:57 — Arch was fine for stretches but “arched” late with two terrible decisions (especially the second throw). He still had two strong TD drives in between. Offense can look explosive and on-time, then completely fall apart. Special teams + penalties made it impossible to overcome against a solid Oklahoma defense. Clip-worthy: “You handed them 14… You just had to keep your head on straight.” Chapter 3: Coaching & Culture Critique (2:51–6:10) 2:51–3:39 — Matthew: Same script as previous Sarkisian-era losses. Texas is often the better team but shoots itself in the foot. Oklahoma did not beat Texas on offense or defense; special teams and self-inflicted wounds did. John Mateer (155 yards, 0 TD, 0 INT) did not “find himself”; he simply avoided disaster. 3:47–4:09 — Matthew’s first public statement on the channel that he does not believe Sarkisian wins a national title at Texas. Ceiling exists; sustained composure against top teams has never been shown (needs ~12 straight clean quarters vs. elite competition). Tommy: Fair questions. Jeff Banks was the worst coach on the sideline today and recently. Team should have been able to play “C-minus” football and win; instead played “D-minus.” Clip-worthy: “I don’t think he’s going to win a national championship here at Texas. That’s the first time I’ve said that on this channel.” Chapter 4: Special Teams & Coaching (6:10–8:37) 6:55–7:42 — Strongest criticism aimed at Jeff Banks. Special teams have been abysmal outside of Ryan Niblett’s return ability. Blocked punt for a TD, onside kicks 0-for-2 recently, kickoff out of bounds early. “The only reason Jeff Banks is here is because he’s friends with Sark.” Arch made plays that kept Texas in the game; the loss was driven by the blocked punt + one major Raheem Biles penalty (and other miscues). Removing those turns it into a comfortable win. Tommy pushes back: the pattern keeps repeating (Tennessee onside kick/punt return example). Can’t keep saying “if you take away the two big plays…” Clip-worthy: “If that [blocked punt] doesn’t happen, we win the football game.” / “Jeff Banks has to go.” Chapter 5: Arch Manning & the Offense (8:48–11:53) Arch should be further along given his talent and background. Two picks were bad; receivers lacked separation; play-calling didn’t fully fit him (“square peg in a round hole”). Sark’s system works when the QB and scheme match; right now it’s out of sync. Need to lean into Arch’s strengths (including his legs more). 10:33–10:58 — Frustrating that the conversation is already about mapping out which losses Texas can afford to still make the CFP. That shouldn’t be the discussion at this point. Pieces exist (explosives showed up, some excellent drives). Ceiling remains high, but confidence is limited that they will put it together consistently. Clip-worthy: “It feels like you’re trying to shove a square peg into a round hole.” Chapter 6: Playoff Hopes & Outlook (11:53–13:44) Still believe Texas makes the playoff. Florida has been exposed; Texas defense should hold most remaining opponents to ~17–20 points. Problem is self-inflicted points that put a good defense in bad situations. Path exists: win the next month, enter November with one loss, potentially get hot. Noise is high; program needs to quiet it with clean football. Clip-worthy: “You just plainly have to keep your head on straight and make sure you don’t make the mistake… they keep making the mistake.” Chapter 7: Quarterback Play & Systems (13:44–18:45) Arch must own the two massive late mistakes, but the entire offense (OL, WRs, scheme) is not where it should be. KJ Lacey would have taken 7–8 sacks in the same environment. Pass game had its best day of the season despite the result. Penalties under Sarkisian remain a chronic issue (high ranking in penalty yards; they turn into opponent TDs instead of FGs or nothing). Same pattern seen with Quinn Ewers: penalties + two big late mistakes. Disconnect between play-caller and personnel. Running game was strong late in the first half, then stalled. Arch is being asked to be someone he isn’t fully yet. Clip-worthy: “Go look at where Texas is ranked under Steve Sarkesian in penalties… You’re not winning football games when you rank in the 90s and hundreds.” Chapter 8: Consistency & Discipline (18:45–21:45) Bye-week adjustments showed some positive offensive pieces. Must build on them immediately. Theme for the rest of the schedule: don’t beat yourself and you can beat everyone left. Most opponents probably max out around 20 points. Texas should be able to score 21+. Oklahoma’s only TD drive had multiple Texas penalties + a missed tackle. Could have held them to 9–13 points. Recurring issues from previous years under Sarkisian make this harder to dismiss as a one-off. Clip-worthy: “As long as you don’t beat yourself, you can beat everyone else on the schedule.” Chapter 9: The Road to the Playoffs (21:45–24:15) 15–17 NFL-caliber players on the roster. Must reach the playoff. Possible “come-to-Jesus” moment that produces a run, or continued inconsistency. Ceiling still national-title level on paper; floor is first-round exit. Red River is weird and often produces unexpected results. Texas let a wounded Oklahoma team stay in the game. Next 5–10 games will determine whether Sarkisian is the long-term coach. Clip-worthy: “This can be a blip… or you become one of the toughest teams to play in the country.” Chapter 10: Accountability & Next Steps (24:15–28:07) Likely 9-3 or 10-2 and a playoff berth if they clean it up; that still puts Sarkisian in the 8–12 range of coaches (rarely title winners). Arch made throws (including one to Cam Coleman) that few QBs can make. He will wear the late picks, but he was put in bad situations by earlier mistakes. Special teams must improve: directional punting, blocking the wedge, no out-of-bounds kickoffs. Gianni Spedicci missed a kick by a hair; decision-making more questionable than the miss. Response to this loss defines the season. Chapter 11: Comparative Performance (28:07–33:48) Jeff Banks must go. Special teams have been a consistent liability outside of Niblett and a couple of past gunners. Mateer simply got the ball out quickly and avoided disaster (similar to Owen McCown vs. Texas previously). Respect for the approach, but Oklahoma still isn’t a great team. Elite defense + mistake-free offense is a viable CFP formula (Oklahoma last year). Texas has the defensive piece. Stats highlight: Texas 382 total yards to Oklahoma’s 238; 260 pass / 122 rush vs. 155 / 83. Eight penalties to seven, two turnovers (effectively three with the blocked punt). Oklahoma needed three Texas turnovers to win by a field goal. Clip-worthy: “They just can’t beat themselves. That’s all I’m asking for.” Chapter 12: Rivalry & Future Outlook (33:56–41:51) Remaining schedule is winnable if Texas stops self-destructing. Florida, Missouri, LSU, etc., are beatable; Arkansas and Texas A&M look closest to “guaranteed.” Red River is the best/most unpredictable rivalry in the sport. Number-one teams have played in it more than any other game. Karma/wash framing: Texas got lucky vs. Ohio State earlier; this loss balances it. Not angry because they weren’t physically dominated—just shot themselves. Clip-worthy: “This is the best rivalry in the sport… two historic teams… something different about that game every single year.” Chapter 13: Closing Thoughts (41:51–end) Process and cleanliness matter more than any single result. Willing to live with some three-and-outs or slow starts; not willing to live with blocked punts, drive-killing penalties, or late picks. If Texas simply stops putting points on the board for opponents and taking them off for itself, it should win every remaining game. Oklahoma executed the required script (special teams + defense + late mistake-free football from Mateer). Texas enabled it. Tomorrow: deeper breakdown video. Monday 7 p.m. ET: Florida preview with Florida guests. Final ask: like, subscribe, “poke them.” Overall Takeaways for Clips / Articles Mental toughness and discipline remain the clearest Sarkisian-era weaknesses. Special teams (Jeff Banks) drew the harshest criticism. Arch Manning is not the sole problem, but he must clean up late-game decisions while the staff better fits the scheme to his strengths. Defense is elite enough to carry the team into the CFP if the offense and special teams simply stop gifting points. Next three games (especially Florida at home) are the immediate proving ground for whether this is a turning-point loss or the start of a larger slide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz