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On Second Thought

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Austin, Texas Sports Writers Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden talk about Longhorns sports and other subjects. - From the Austin American Statesman.

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Ep 162: Broadcast legend Brent Musberger on the CFP, Tom Herman’s coaching slump 05.12.2019 42:29

Broadcasting legend Brent Musberger joins Episode of 162 of the On Second Thought podcast and gives his odds on who will win the national college footballl title from his home in Las Vegas. Musberger also talks about the struggles of the Oakland Raiders — including the Antonio Brown saga— and the struggles of Tom Herman at Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 161: What Texas assistants are on the hotseat? USA Today's George Schroeder on the Big 12's CFP chances 28.11.2019 47:24

With head coach Herman saying he is in "big-time evaluation mode" the Texas Longhorns may have some new faces on the coaching staff next season. Who has the hottest seat on the current staff? Also, USA Today college football columnist George Schroeder breaks down the current College Football Playoff rankings and the odds of the Big 12 champion making the top four. Learn more about your ad choices....

EP 160: Baylor coach Matt Rhule discusses the heartbreaking loss to Oklahoma and what he can expect from a desperate Texas team 21.11.2019 41:49

Baylor coach Matt Rhule joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden for Episode 160 of the On Second Thought podcast and discusses the heartbreaking loss to Oklahoma and what he can expect from a desperate Texas team that visits Waco Saturday. The guys also break down the matchup and take a look at the 4-0 start by the Texas basketball team with comments from head coach Shaka Smart on the team’s upcoming...

Ep 159: Will Texas pass the Iowa State test?Also, Babe Laufenberg on the Cowboys’ struggles 14.11.2019 56:21

Will the Texas Longhorns pass their latest test at wintry Iowa State Saturday? Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden examine the challenges facing the team in Episode 159 of the On Second Thought podcast. Also, Dallas Cowboys radio color analyst Babe Laufenberg checks the temperature on Dallas coach Jason Garrett’s hot seat following the disappointing 28-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. And the guys delve...

Ep 158: Golf Channel's David Feherty on his life's journey; Texas football at a crossroads vs. Kansas State clash, return of Andrew Jones 07.11.2019 1:06:48

Acclaimed TV host, author and standup comedian David Feherty joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden in a jam-packed Episode 158 of the On Second Thought podcast and talks about his Nov. 16 show at Austin's Paramount Theatre, his relationships and battles with addiction. It's a wildly entertaining conversation that runs the gamut of emotions. Don't miss it. Also, the guys give their best guess as to w...

Ep 157: What should Tom Herman do with this coaching staff? Cat Vasquez on fantasy football 31.10.2019 44:29

With the Texas Longhorns teetering on collapse, Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden discuss Tom Herman's bye week blue and what he is facing with his coaching staff, including embattled defensive coordinator Todd Orlando. They also break down the NCAA's landmark vote to allow athletes to profit off their images and likeness. And Statesman fantasy football league insider Cat Vasquez gives his take on the...

Ep 156: Does Texas rediscover its mojo vs. TCU? 24.10.2019 33:43

After surviving Kansas’ upset bid, the Texas Longhorns are out to regain swagger. Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls examine Saturday’s road matchup against TCU on this week’s On Second Thought podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 155: ESPN’s Holly Rowe on the state of the Longhorns 17.10.2019 41:57

In Episode 155 of the On Second Thought podcast, ESPN sideline reporter and radio host Holly Rowe explains why she believes the Texas Longhorns could be headed for more trouble in the second half of the year and the injuries that have plagued this team of late. Hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden also take a look at the second half of the season and examine the state of affairs with the Dallas Cowb...

Ep 154: It's Red River Rivalry Week! Jordan Shipley and Dusty Dvoraceck join the show 10.10.2019 52:23

Ep 154: It's Red River Rivalry Week! Jordan Shipley and Dusty Dvoraceck join the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 153: WVU coach Neal Brown on hosting Texas; Ehlinger on paying college players 03.10.2019 36:22

West Virginia coach Neal Brown joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden on Episode 153 of On Second Thought as his Mountaineers look to spring the upset over the visiting Texas Longhorns Saturday. The hosts also revisit Texas QB Sam Ehlinger’s stance on college players getting paid for their images and likeness on the heels of the historic Fair Pay to Pay Act just signed in California. Learn more about...

Ep 152: Coaching legend Bob Stoops on his book, Houston Chronicle’s Joseph Duarte on D’Eriq King’s redshirt 26.09.2019 40:23

In Episode 152 of the On Second Thought podcast, coaching legend Bob Stoops joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden and discusses his storied career and his new book, No Excuses: the Making of a Head Coach. He also gives some insight on not being happy with Texas’ Mack Brown early in their coaching rivalry. Also, Houston Chronicle writer Joseph Duarte gives the inside scoop behind Houston Cougars’ quar...

Ep 151: Can the Horns stop OSU? Fox Sports' Charles Davis on Cowboys-Dolphins 19.09.2019 46:49

In Episode 151 of the On Second Thought podcast, Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden discuss if the Texas Longhorns can break Oklahoma State's recent run of dominance in Austin and Fox Sports analyst Charles Davis previews Sunday's Cowboys-Dolphins game and outlines the young quarterbacks dominating the NFL landscape. Also, NFL picks and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Ep 150: ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit gives his thoughts on Texas' playoff prospects after the loss to LSU 12.09.2019 49:00

In Episode 150 of the On Second Thought podcast, ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit gives his thoughts on Texas' playoff prospects after the loss to LSU. Kirk and Ced also preview the Texas-Rice game and examine the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans who opened the season on opposite ends of the ledger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 149: Greg McElroy interview, Texas/LSU quarterbacks plus an NFL preview 05.09.2019 51:09

In episode 149 of On Second Thought, Ced and Kirk interview Greg McElroy, talk Texas and LSU quarterbacks and make their predictions, plus they take a look at the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 148: Emmanuel Acho on Texas' return to relevance; Ken Herman on Cedric Benson's burial 29.08.2019 33:01

In Episode 148 of the On Second Thought podcast, Texas ex and current ESPN football analyst Emmanuel Acho gives his take on Texas football on the national level and his picks for the College Football Playoff. Also Statesman columnist Ken Herman discusses the fallout from his polarizing piece which discussed Longhorn great Cedric Benson being buried in the Texas State Cemetery. Learn more about yo...

Ep 147: Texas captains' concerns, remembering Cedric Benson, Cat Vasquez on fantasy football 22.08.2019 50:19

In Episode 147 of the On Second Thought podcast, hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls break down the concerns surrounding newly named Texas captains Sam Ehlinger, Zach Shackelford, Collin Johnson, Malcolm Roach and Brandon Jones. They also discuss the tragic passing of Longhorn legend Cedric Benson. Plus, Statesman fantasy league football guru Cat Vasquez drops by to discuss the draft status of Cowb...

Ep 146: Is Tom Herman embracing title expectations? ESPN.com's Jake Trotter on Baker Mayfield, Big 12 race 15.08.2019 39:41

In Episode 146 of the On Second Thought podcast, Cedric and Kirk examine why Texas coach Tom Herman doesn't seem to be downplaying expectations in Year 3. Also, ESPN.com reporter Jake Trotter gives his season prediction for the Browns and discusses the hype surrounding star quarterback Baker Mayfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 145: Which young Texas receivers will step up? Kirk on the Astros 08.08.2019 29:05

In Episode 145 of On Second Thought, hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls examine which young Texas receiver will step up in the No. 3 role behind Collin Johnson and Devin Duvernay. Plus, they discuss D'Onta Foreman's release from the Houston Texans. Kirk also breaks down the importance of the Houston Astros picking up Zack Greinke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 144: Big 12 preview: Can Horns unseat Sooners? Texas State coach Jake Spavital 01.08.2019 52:08

In Episode 144 of the On Second Thought podcasts, hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden give their top 10 finishers in the Big 12 and discuss how Texas might break through to break Oklahoma's four-year stranglehold atop the Big 12. Also, new Texas State head Coach Jake Spavital examines his new challenge in San Marcos and the season opener at his former stopping grounds, Texas A&M. Learn more about y...

Ep 143: Big 12 Media Days Breakdown 18.07.2019 37:04

On episode 143 of On Second Thought, Ced and Kirk breakdown Big 12 Media Days. Hear from Sam Ehlinger, Tom Herman and Mike Gundy. On Second Thought is produced by the Austin American Statesman and brought to you by Bud Light. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP 142: Baker Mayfield’s blast of Sam Ehlinger, what’s next for Durant, Kawhi 27.06.2019 37:12

In Episode 142 of the On Second Thought podcast, Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls discuss the growing feud between Cleveland Browns QB Baker Mayfield and Texas’ Sam Ehlinger and also examine what happens next in free agency for NBA stars Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 141: Sprawlball author Kirk Goldsberry, the next stops for Kawhi and Durant 13.06.2019 47:12

In Episode 141 of the On Second Thought podcast, Austin resident Kirk Goldsberry, the author of New York Times best seller Sprawlball, examines the impact of the three-point shot on the NBA and how the league may tweak the rules with the sport’s most revolutionary weapon. He also talks about his time with the San Antonio Spurs and the team’s development of star forward Kawhi Leonard. Hosts Cedric...

Ep 140: Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson on June 10 Best of Centex banquet, Bru McCoy saga 30.05.2019 38:19

In Episode 140 of the On Second Thought podcast, Houston Texans Pro Bowl QB Deshaun Watson talks about coming to Austin for the June 10 Best of Centex preps banquet and his journey from high school to the NFL. Also, hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden break down what's going on with Texas wideout Bru McCoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 139: Deshaun Watson coming to 2019 Centex preps event; MLB Network host Robert Flores 23.05.2019 35:22

In Episode 139 of the On Second Thought podcast, Statesman high school writers Rick Cantu and Thomas Jones provide details on the upcoming All-Centex Preps banquet featuring Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. The event is slated for 6:30 p.m. June 10 at the Palmer Events Center and will honor Central Texas athletes who were named to Statesman All-Centex teams during this school year. Admis...

Ep 138: Texas softball coach Mike White, Texas baseball on the brink 16.05.2019 38:20

In Episode 138 of the On Second Thought podcast, Texas softball coach Mike White gives a primer on his team’s NCAA Regional matchup against Sam Houston State. The guys also break down a do-or-die weekend for Texas baseball and and exciting upcoming event in Austin featuring Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices