Johnny's Texas talk: A longhorn football podcast

Texas drops a tough 35–10 road matchup against Georgia, and we’re breaking it all down. In this episode, we dive into what went wrong offensively, how the defense held up despite the scoreboard, and where Texas needs immediate improvement. We highlight standout individual performances—including Deeandre Moore’s strong showing, logging 6 catches for 74 yards —and what that means for his growing rol...

Texas survives a thriller in Nashville, edging Vanderbilt 34–31 behind a breakout performance from Arch Manning (25/33, 328 yards, 3 TDs). We break down the offense’s improved rhythm, the costly penalties that kept this game close, and look ahead to a tough road test against Georgia — injury updates, key matchups, and what Texas must clean up to compete in Athens. If you’re enjoying Johnny’s Texas...

The Longhorns survive a wild one in Starkville — edging out Mississippi State in overtime after a gutsy comeback and a clutch finish from backup QB Matthew Caldwell. In this episode, Johnny breaks down the key numbers from Arch Manning’s big night before his injury, how Ryan Wingo and Parker Livingstone have become red-zone threats, and why the defense bent but didn’t break.

Texas escaped Lexington with a 16–13 overtime win — but it wasn’t pretty. In Episode 13 of Johnny’s Texas Talk , Johnny breaks down the numbers behind the sluggish offensive showing: just 179 total yards, 12 completions from Arch Manning, and only 8 first downs all night. The defense and special teams saved the day — but the question now is, how long can they carry the load?

In Episode 11 of Johnny’s Texas Talk , Johnny breaks down the full statistical story from the win: third-down conversions, total yardage, takeaway count, and how the Longhorns controlled the tempo from start to finish. Then we turn the page to next week’s SEC road test against Kentucky — where Texas will need to limit explosive plays, build early offensive rhythm, and win the penalty battle to kee...

Texas takes its first SEC road test in Gainesville — and walks out with lessons learned the hard way. In Episode 10 of Johnny’s Texas Talk , we break down the loss to Florida with full stat lines, key takeaways, and why Arch Manning’s first true road start wasn’t as bad as it looked on paper. Then, we turn the page to next week’s Red River Rivalry — Texas vs. Oklahoma. Johnny dives into what the H...

In Episode 9 of Johnny’s Texas Talk , we set the stage for Texas’ SEC opener in Gainesville against the Florida Gators. We break down the quarterback matchup between Arch Manning and DJ Lagway We also dig into the key stats, matchups to watch, and the three things Texas must do to come out on top in The Swamp. If you’re enjoying the podcast, make sure to hit follow and rate us 5 stars — it helps m...

In Episode 8 of Johnny’s Texas Talk , we break down Texas’ dominant 55–0 win over Sam Houston State . Arch Manning lit it up, going 18-of-21 for 309 yards and 5 total touchdowns , while Ryan Wingo emerged as a true playmaker with 2 scores of his own . The Longhorns piled up over 600 yards of offense and held Sam Houston to just 113 total yards , but penalties and edge pressure still leave room for...

In Episode 7 of Johnny’s Texas Talk , we dive into Texas’ latest performance against UTEP — the good, the bad, and what it all means moving forward. We break down the defensive schemes Pete Kwiatkowski dialed up, Arch Manning’s first road start stats, the penalties that stalled drives, and how red-zone weapons like Parker Livingstone and Endris are quietly becoming Arch’s go-to options. Then we tu...

Texas got right with a 38–7 win over San Jose State , and we’re breaking it all down. Arch Manning threw for 295 yards and 4 touchdowns, Parker Livingstone and Jack Endries showed why they’re becoming his go-to red-zone weapons, and the defense forced 4 turnovers. But 12 penalties for 115 yards? That’s a red flag that has to be cleaned up. Then we turn the page to UTEP and new QB Malachi Nelson—ho...

Texas went toe-to-toe with Ohio State in Columbus, and while the Longhorns came up short, there’s plenty to take away. In this episode, we break down Arch Manning’s first road start as QB1, his passing numbers, and why the expectations for him heading into this game were always unrealistic. We also dive into the penalty problem that cost Texas nearly 90 yards and how those mistakes can be correcte...

The stage is set — Texas vs. Ohio State, one week away. In this episode of Johnny’s Texas Talk , we break down every angle of this massive matchup. Coaching duel: Steve Sarkisian vs. Ryan Day — who has the edge in play-calling? Quarterback spotlight: Arch Manning’s growth vs. Julian Sayin’s first big test. Jeremiah Smith factor: How Texas slowed him down last year, the coverages we used, and if th...

Texas Longhorns football is back, and 2025 might just be the year. In this episode of Johnny’s Texas Talk, Johnny breaks down the upcoming season with a deep dive into Arch Manning’s development, new offensive weapons like transfer Emmett Mosley V, and a defense that looks deeper than it has in years. From the biggest storylines to the key “ifs” that could define the season, this is your all-in-on...

In Episode 2 of Johnny’s Texas Talk , we dive deep into Texas Longhorns football with a fresh scrimmage recap highlighting standout performances on both sides of the ball. Hear the latest on Arch Manning’s firm commitment to Texas, and why that stability is a huge boost for the program. Plus, get to know Emmett Mosley V — the transfer from Stanford who’s quietly becoming a key playmaker this seaso...

Episode 1 — Season Preview: “It Is Time” The wait is over— Johnny’s Texas Talk kicks off with a deep dive into the 2025 Texas Longhorns football season. Host Johnny lays the foundation for what to expect from the show: weekly recaps, game previews, and rapid-fire reactions to breaking news. In this debut episode, we break down the schedule, highlight key matchups, and talk through the biggest narr...