Locked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & Basketball

Texas Longhorns special teams fall under the microscope as Jeff Banks faces mounting pressure to deliver championship-level results. Can Banks justify his top-tier salary after a season plagued by costly miscues, including subpar kickoff and punt return metrics and pivotal breakdowns against Florida and Georgia? BK investigates whether Banks or Kyle Flood will be coaching for their jobs in 2026 as...

The Texas Longhorns ignited some controversy as Steve Sarkisian’s pointed remarks about Ole Miss academics turn up the heat ahead of their October 24 clash. With top-10 implications and backstory involving Pete Golding’s recruitment tactics and Arch Manning’s decision, this SEC showdown just got personal.   Plus, BK breaks down the season’s major headlines, including new night game announcements f...

Steve Sarkisian blasts the College Football Playoff selection process, calling out its lack of transparency and questioning whether the 13-member committee can fairly evaluate dozens of teams each week. As Texas Longhorns fans still reel from last season’s controversial CFP snub, BK, unpacks Sarkisian's pointed remarks on flawed selection criteria, inconsistent decision-making, and the shifting la...

The Texas Longhorns’ national title hopes could hinge on a vulnerable offensive line—will center depth issues derail Arch Manning’s championship pursuit? BK highlights why the interior O-line remains Texas’ “fatal flaw,” dissecting Connor Robertson’s importance and the lack of proven backups. Can Steve Sarkisian’s roster withstand SEC pressures, or will offensive line uncertainty undo big NIL inve...

Texas Longhorns face harsh criticism from an anonymous coach targeting their 2026 transfer portal class and returning standouts—are these doubts warranted, or will Steve Sarkisian’s roster prove the skeptics wrong? BK breaks down pointed takes on Cam Coleman, Ryan Wingo, Emmett Mosley, and the revamped running back corps, questioning the legitimacy of claims about Longhorn “flaws” heading into the...

The Texas Longhorns STRUGGLED in short-yardage situations in 2025. Can Steve Sarkisian's offense find a way to have more success in goal line and short yardage situations in 2026? Will Raleek Brown, Hollywood Smothers, or Derrek Cooper step up and become this team's TRUE short-yardage back? How good can the Longhorns' running game truly be this season? We break it all down on this episode of Locke...

Texas Longhorns surge in recruiting momentum as Briceson Thrower Jr. edges closer to joining five-star Easton Royal, setting the foundation for another elite wide receiver class under Steve Sarkisian. BK, Brad Kellner breaks down Texas’ strategy to stack blue chip talent, spotlighting the growing relationships built by wide receivers coach Chris Jackson and the Longhorns’ proven track record of NF...

SEC contenders reveal their hand as expansion and playoff chaos loom. Which teams have the pieces for a College Football Playoff breakthrough—and who could get lost in the shuffle? The SEC Squad spotlights Ole Miss’ powerhouse backfield with Trinad Chambers and Kewan Lacy, while Alabama leans on a star-studded secondary for another top-10 defense. Heated roundtable debate spotlights Jared Curtis’...

Texas Longhorns' P Brody Walls is coming off of an incredibly strong performance in the Horns' Tuesday night win over UTSA. Can the true freshman pitcher be a key piece of the Longhorns' bullpen as we get closer to the NCAA Tournament? Will Jim Schlossnagle trust Walls to get big outs in postseason games? We break it all down!   Thanks for tuning in! Please like, share, subscribe, and leave a comm...

Texas Longhorns football’s rising stars are set to shake up the SEC. Which freshmen are poised to steal starting roles in 2026? BK spotlights breakout candidates like five-star receiver Jermaine Bishop Jr., linebacker Tyler Atkinson, and blue-chip edge rusher Richard Wesley, unpacking their spring performances and paths to the top of a loaded depth chart. Injury concerns for veterans and open comp...

Texas Longhorns' PR Ryan Niblett had a SENSATIONAL 2025 season. However, it feels like NOBODY is talking about him. Can Niblett be the best return man in college football in 2026? How much of a difference-maker can he be for Texas Football this season? Should Steve Sarkisian find more ways to get Ryan Niblett involved on offense? We break it all down!   Thanks for tuning in! Please like, share, su...

Texas Longhorns surge in 2027 recruiting, targeting elite tight end Brock Williams to elevate their offense. Can Steve Sarkisian outmaneuver Georgia and Ohio State to land this game-changing prospect? BK breaks down Williams’ potential fit, highlights the Longhorns’ investments in tight end recruiting, and explains how pairing Williams with J.T. Geraci could create an explosive one-two punch.   At...

Texas Longhorns face a pivotal crossroads—can Steve Sarkisian's offense break its cycle of third-and-long woes and finally unlock championship-level potential? BK highlights a revealing stat: Texas ranked 122nd nationally in average third-down distance in 2025, exposing deep-rooted struggles in the ground game, offensive line play, and missed opportunities in the passing attack. With the additions...

Texas Longhorns football’s 2026 offense could hinge on under-the-radar tight end Michael Masunas. Can his blocking and surprising receiving skills unlock Steve Sarkisian’s scheme and elevate stars like Arch Manning, Cam Coleman, and Ryan Wingo? BK breaks down why Masunas’ “Y” tight end role is essential for Texas’ run game, pass protection, and keeping defenses guessing—all factors often overlooke...

The Texas Longhorns have landed a commitment from 4-star RB Noah Roberts! The Chandler, Arizona native chose the Longhorns over Michigan, Oregon, Arizona State, and a number of other schools. What are the Longhorns getting in their newest running back commit in the Class of 2027? Why did Roberts choose Texas? How important was Jabbar Juluke to this recruitment? We break it all down!   Thanks for t...

Texas Longhorns surge to the front in the recruiting battle for five-star cornerback John Meredith III, challenging SEC rivals Texas A&M and Alabama for the nation’s No. 2 overall prospect. Is a program-changing commitment on the horizon? BK, Brad Kellner analyzes why the Longhorns now hold pole position, the pivotal relationships driving this recruitment, and how Steve Sarkisian's staff is priori...

Spring football shakeup: Has Oklahoma positioned itself as a true SEC playoff contender, and is Texas’s revamped defense the secret weapon for a conference title? The SEC Squad panel spotlights standout spring performances, quarterback battles at Florida and Vanderbilt, and rising questions about Arkansas’s offense. Hosts debate the evolving landscape, new coordinators, and the increasing parity t...

The Texas Longhorns were just 3-2 in one-score games during the 2025 season. After taking big strides in the close game department, Steve Sarkisian's squad struggled to put teams away and made costly errors that kept them out of the College Football Playoff. Will the 2026 Texas Longhorns do a better job of finding ways to win close games in big moments? We discuss on today's mini-sode of Locked on...

Could Texas Longhorns' DL Alex January be the next Byron Murphy? On today's episode, we talk about why the 3rd-year DL could be ready for a MASSIVE breakout in 2026. How good can the Texas defensive line be this season? We break it down on this mini-sode!   Thanks for tuning in! Please like, share, subscribe, and leave a comment. Hook 'Em!   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it offic...

Texas Longhorns gear up for a season-defining clash with LSU under the lights in Death Valley. Can Steve Sarkisian outduel Lane Kiffin and keep Texas in the College Football Playoff race? BK spotlights the November 14 showdown, dissecting the high stakes SEC matchup fueled by elite transfer portal classes, unfinished business from 2019, and a battle of two of college football’s most innovative off...

Texas Longhorns shake up their secondary as Kobe Black tests out safety, raising questions about defensive chemistry for 2026. Could this strategic shift unlock the unit’s true potential and fortify their chances against powerhouse offenses like Ohio State?   BK breaks down Kobe Black’s player profile, the rationale behind moving him from cornerback to safety, and how this experiment could address...

Texas Longhorns set the stage for a national title run as key NFL Draft prospects return to Austin, bucking expectations and fueling high hopes. BK explains why only six Longhorns were drafted—down from recent years—is a promising sign, spotlighting the odds of Arch Manning, Cam Coleman, Trevor Goosby, and Colin Simmons leading a loaded 2026 roster with legitimate championship aspirations.   Sprin...

Texas Longhorns poised for a historic NFL Draft surge—could Arch Manning, Colin Simmons, Trevor Goosby, and Cam Coleman all be first-round picks? After a quieter 2026 NFL Draft with just six Texas players selected, momentum is building around Steve Sarkisian’s squad, raising questions about the Longhorns' return to the draft’s spotlight and championship contention.   Arch Manning spotlights Texas’...

Do the Texas Longhorns boast the top wide receiver room in the country heading into 2026? Can Arch Manning and Steve Sarkisian leverage Cam Coleman’s dominance, Ryan Wingo’s playmaking, and elite depth to launch a historic offensive run in Austin?   BK breaks down why this stacked wide receiver group—featuring Emmett Mosley V, Jermaine Bishop Jr., Kaliq Lockett, Daylon McCutcheon, and Sterling Ber...

Texas Longhorns basketball retools its roster with a blockbuster addition—Mikey Lewis, the standout former St. Mary’s guard. Can Sean Miller’s latest transfer portal coup catapult Texas into national title contention? BK breaks down why Lewis’s high-usage, low-turnover playmaking and lethal three-point shooting fill a crucial gap for the Longhorns. Analysis spotlights how Lewis, alongside fellow t...