Horns247 Podcasts: The Flagship Podcast

Welcome to The State of Recruiting, a weekly podcast featuring the insights of Longhorn recruiting analyst Mike Roach and hosted by Bobby Burton. Each week, he criss-crosses the state, watching and talking to blue-chip recruits. And I'm Bobby Burton, a 1992 Texas grad and one of the recruiting industry's founding fathers. I played a formative role in the creation of both 247Sports and Rivals.com....

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler recap the Longhorns' 45-14 win over Louisiana Tech and dive deep into a colossal tussle on the Forty Acres this weekend with LSU. Barton Simmons of 247Sports and CBS Sports joins the show to break down the game and Horns247's Mike Roach has the latest on a loaded recruiting weekend for Tom Herman and Co.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler preview this weekend's season opener against Louisiana Tech. They also give predictions for the Longhorns this season. Plus, they talk depth chart -- mostly CBs -- and depth issues at RB/QB.

The Longhorns now have 17 verbal commitments and are heading down the home stretch of building their 2020 class.  Jeff Howe and Mike Roach discuss the Quentin Johnston and Xavion Alford commitments and what’s left on the board for 2020.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler open this week's show by remembering Cedric Benson.  They then shift their focus to this year's team and discuss questions surrounding the cornerback and linebacker positions.  Plus, they share a few random thoughts on the Louisiana Tech and LSU games.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler discuss how the recent injuries to Keaontay Ingram and Caden Sterns will impact the Longhorns for the remainder of camp. Rod also shares a few thoughts and memories from his time around Darryl Drake. Mike Roach dishes on the run by Texas on the recruiting trail that might not be over.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler share their first impressions from fall practice. They also debate if the Texas defense will be on a level of their own in the Big 12 Conference.

Bijan Robinson has committed to Texas. What does it mean for the Longhorns in the rest of the 2020 recruiting cycle? How does it impact the future of the program? Horns247's Mike Roach and Jeff Howe break it down in this special edition of Longhorn Blitz.

Jeff Howe, Rod Babers, Matt Butler and Mike Roach discuss expectations for the Longhorns in 2019. Is Texas really a top-5 squad? Why should the burnt orange faithful be confident? Plus, Tom Herman and Co. are preparing for top 2020 targets Bijan Robinson and Chris Thompson to make their decisions.

Jeff Howe, Rod Babers, Mike Roach and Matt Butler break down what Texas assistants Stan Drayton and Todd Orlando said at the recent THSCA convention and examine the shot in the arm the Longhorns have been given on the recruiting trail of late.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, Matt Butler and Mike Roach discuss what went down with Tom Herman, Sam Ehlinger and the rest of the Longhorns at Big 12 Media Days and what it means now that Texas has a commitment from four-star D-lineman Vernon Broughton.

Longhorn Blitz is now talking recruiting as Horns247's Mike Roach makes his introduction to the Blitz by discussing the two newest verbal commitments for the Longhorns. Plus, Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler answer as many questions as they can from listeners in a jam-packed episode.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler discuss why Sam Ehlinger seems to be so polarizing and how being challenged impacts him. Plus, Jeff asks Rod to detail his memories of the Major Applewhite-Chris Simms quarterback situation.

Rod Babers. Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler talk LSU vs. Texas. Plus, they take a deep look at the Texas offense, Sam Ehlinger's unique value, and Herb Hand's impact on the offensive line.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe and Matt Butler discuss how may Todd Orlando use his defensive personnel in 2019.  Also, they break down some of the concepts behind the Texas passing game.

Rod Babers Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler explain how the Big 12 Conference has become the epicenter of football evolution.  They also share their thoughts on how Texas fits the Big 12 and the modern game in 2019.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler discuss which 10 Texas players are the most important for the Longhorns next season.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler update Texas fans on the situation surrounding Bru McCoy.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler discuss the best players in Texas Football history and the running back position heading into the 2019 season.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler discuss where Sam Ehlinger ranks among Texas quarterbacks historically. Also, why is Juwan Mitchell a huge commitment for the Longhorns? And will Texas vs. LSU be the biggest home game ever at DKR? 

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler discuss the history of Texas recruiting since Mack Brown was hired in 1998.  They look at the best and worst classes, bust rates, NFL rates, and much more.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe, and Matt Butler discuss how each rookie from Texas may fit with their new NFL team.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe and Matt Butler finish up their discussion about last week's Spring Game. Plus, they take a look at where Texas players may be selected in this week's NFL Draft.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe and Matt Butler discuss what stood out to them during this past weekend's Spring Game.

Rod Babers, Jeff Howe and Matt Butler discuss what they're most interested in seeing at upcoming Spring Game. Plus, they talk about recent news from spring camp and which players have stood out among their peers.