Austin American-Statesman

Longhorn Confidential

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An ongoing discussion featuring breaking news, interviews and updates about the Texas Longhorns by reporters at the Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas and Hookem.com.

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Who is Texas' biggest rival in recruiting? 16.07.2020 19:32

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven discuss whether Texas A&M or Oklahoma is UT's biggest rival in recruiting. Danny and Mike also go over California product Jamier Johnson's recent commitment and whether HBCUs and the Ivy League will begin to receive more consideration from recruits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does the recent news at Texas and Oklahoma State impact recruiting? 24.06.2020 26:07

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven go over JD Coffey and Ishmael Ibraheem's June 15 commitments. Danny and Mike also discuss whether the recent news coming out of schools like Texas, Oklahoma State and Clemson will have an impact on recruiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Black Lives Matter and activism among athletes at Texas 09.06.2020 29:19

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven go over some recruiting news and discuss how the Longhorns have lent their voices to the Black Lives Matter movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a quartet of commitments means for Texas' Class of 2021 18.05.2020 23:54

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven introduce you to the four recruits who have committed to Texas this month. Danny and Mike also analyze what Jahdae Barron's flip means for Texas and what Zachary Evans' signing means for TCU. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recruiting updates and predictions for Texas and the 2021 NFL draft 30.04.2020 26:14

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven catch up on all of the recent recruiting headlines that have involved the Longhorns. And with the 2020 NFL Draft behind us, we look ahead at the Longhorns who could get drafted in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How seniors, recruiting and Texas are impacted by the coronavirus cancellations 18.03.2020 25:30

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven take a look at the headlines created over the past week as the sporting world reacts to the spread of the coronavirus. Also, what does recruiting look like now that coaches are working from home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021 Offensive Linemen and Tight Ends 05.03.2020 17:55

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven take a look at Texas and the recruitment of offensive linemen and tight ends during the 2021 recruiting cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021 Wide Receivers and Defensive Backs 27.02.2020 27:00

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven take a look at Texas and the recruitment of receivers, cornerbacks and safeties during the 2021 recruiting cycle. Plus, the debut installment of "Craven's Cravings" is about where to eat in Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021 Running Backs and Linebackers 20.02.2020 19:21

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven take a look at Texas and the recruitment of running backs and linebacker during the 2021 recruiting cycle. Plus, four-star defensive lineman Landon Jackson talks about his recruitment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021 Quarterbacks and Defensive Linemen 13.02.2020 25:52

The American-Statesman's Danny Davis and Mike Craven take a look at Texas and the recruitment of quarterbacks and defensive linemen during the 2021 recruiting cycle. Plus, three-star linebacker Terrence Cooks talks about his offer from the Longhorns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Closing out 2020 with Alfred Collins and Kelvontay Dixon's signings 06.02.2020 26:20

Looking back at the makes (Alfred Collins and Kelvontay Dixon) and misses (Princely Umanmielen and Ennis Rakestraw) for Texas on National Signing Day. Let's also put a bow on Texas' 2020 recruiting class and briefly previewing the 2021 recruiting cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking ahead and way ahead at Texas' recruiting plans 30.01.2020 19:22

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com are previewing both National Signing Day and the 2021 recruiting cycle. Mike also chats with 2021 recruit Derrick Harris, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Recruiting Hall of Fame 23.01.2020 32:28

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about who and what they'd vote for if their was a hall of fame for recruiting. Mike also chats with 2021 recruits Hayden Conner and LJ Johnson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After moving to Texas, how will UT's new assistants tackle in-state recruiting? 16.01.2020 22:47

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about whether Texas' new assistant coaches have ground to make up when it comes to recruiting in the state. Mike also chats with 2021 recruits Billy Bowman and Quay Davis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas talk at the 2020 Under Armour All-America Game 09.01.2020 34:00

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about how Matt Rhule's departure impacts Baylor's recruiting. Mike also chats with a quartet of future Longhorns at the Under Armour All-America festivities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Signed, sealed and delivered on National Signing Day 18.12.2019 38:21

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about the recruits signed by Texas on National Signing Day. Hutto's Dajon Harrison and Mansfield Timberview's Jaden Hullaby also introduce themselves to Longhorn fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ja'Quinden Jackson's interview, Hudson Card's return and Texas' future at quarterback 12.12.2019 36:00

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about the updates to the American-Statesman's Fab 55 rankings. Then it's time to chat with 2020 QB Ja'Quinden Jackson and meet future UT soccer player Lauren Lapomarda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do the recent coaching changes at Texas impact recruiting? 05.12.2019 32:13

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about how UT's coaching changes will affect the team's recruiting in 2020. Then it's time to chat with 2020 OL Jake Majors and future soccer player Sophia Claros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What comes next after Texas coach Tom Herman made key staff changes? 02.12.2019 19:54

On this week's Longhorn Confidential, American-Statesman staff writers Kirk Bohls, Cedric Golden and Brian Davis discuss all of the Texas coaching changes, what UT's bowl prospects look like and who has the advantage in the Big 12 championship game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bijan Robinson's status, interviewing Prince Dorbah and spotlighting Morgan Pace 28.11.2019 33:43

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about whether Texas can hold onto Bijan Roinson's commitment. Then it's time to meet 2020 LB Prince Dorbah and future soccer player Morgan Pace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Changes likely coming at Texas, but first, a Black Friday matchup vs. Texas Tech 25.11.2019 20:27

American-Statesman staff writers Kirk Bohls, Cedric Golden and Brian Davis discuss the state of the Longhorns at 6-5 heading into the regular-season finale. What kind of changes will coach Tom Herman make for the 2020 season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Commitment challenges, interviewing Ty Jordan and spotlighting Bailey Williams 21.11.2019 29:34

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about the difficulties of holding onto commitments from 2021 and out-of-state recruits. Then it's time to meet 2020 ATH Ty Jordan and future softball player Bailey Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The newest Longhorns speak up on Signing Day 14.11.2019 27:16

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about the Longhorn recruits in the state of Texas' playoffs. Then Shay Holle (basketball), Bentley Cotton (golf), Dalton Porter (baseball) and Reilly Heinrich (volleyball) chat about why they signed with Texas on Signing Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bundling up for Iowa State as the Longhorns once again face do-or-die test 11.11.2019 22:35

On this week's Longhorn Confidential, American-Statesman staff writers Kirk Bohls, Cedric Golden and Brian Davis discuss Texas' defensive stand against Kansas State and the momentum generated going into a major test at Iowa State. Also, we break down the men's basketball team's 2-0 start and a rather impressive win at Purdue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cornerback conundrum, interviewing Jerrin Thompson and spotlighting Caden Noah 07.11.2019 29:02

Danny Davis and Mike Craven of hookem.com chat about where Texas stands with the cornerbacks in its 2020 recruiting class. Then it's time to meet 2020 DB Jerrin Thompson and future baseball player Caden Noah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices