The Lone Star Lowdown Podcast

Give us a shout! We react to Arch Manning revealing his foot injury started against Texas A&M and lingered through the 2024 season, then dig into what that says about his toughness and mindset. We also break down what we learned from Texas media day, plus late-spring portal and recruiting news that could reshape depth and the future receiver room. • Arch Manning’s lingering foot injury timelin...

Give us a shout! Texas lands Isaiah Johnson and David Punch, two portal adds that finally give Sean Miller a real point guard and a paint-fixing forward to build around. We project how the starting lineup takes shape, what the open wing spot still needs, and why Texas feels more aggressive in basketball roster building than it has in years.  • Isaiah Johnson’s Big 12 scoring profile and why he fit...

Give us a shout! Will Muschamp finally speaks, and we dig into what his blunt standard for tackling, accountability, and man coverage could change for Texas football. Then we pivot hard to Texas basketball as portal departures pile up and early targets start to define Sean Miller’s roster rebuild. • Muschamp’s “No Thud, No Play” message and what it signals about physicality • How his personality c...

Give us a shout! We react to the Cam Coleman spring clip that has everyone talking and explain why his contested-catch dominance changes how defenses have to play Texas. We also dig into how Ryan Wingo benefits, why the new running back rotation looks real, and what Ryan Nibblett and the offensive line tell us about where this roster is headed.  • Cam Coleman’s highlight play and what it says abou...

Give us a shout! We break down Texas football’s latest offensive line moves, from a surprise late portal pickup to spring cross-training that finally makes the two-deep feel real. Then we zoom out to Sark’s blunt message on expectations before shifting to Texas basketball’s Sweet 16 heartbreak, portal priorities, and the women’s dominant march to the Final Four.  • Paris Patterson signing as a dep...

Give us a shout! We connect the dots between Steve Sarkisian’s spring football comments and what Texas needs from its running back room after a historically down rushing season. Then we pivot to March Madness in San Jose with injury updates and a full Sweet 16 preview of Texas vs Purdue, plus our picks for the rest of the Thursday games.  • Sarkisian’s “make guys miss” comment and what it says abo...

Give us a shout! We break down Steve Sarkisian’s spring football injury updates, including who’s returning to pads and who Texas must replace for the rest of spring. Then we shift to Texas Pro Day standouts before previewing the Longhorns’ Sweet 16 run and the biggest keys to upsetting Purdue.  • Arch Manning recovery progressing and nearing full integration  • Justus Terry back in pads and why it...

Give us a shout! We break down Texas’ NCAA Tournament win over BYU and why the Longhorns’ defensive focus finally matches their offensive talent. We also preview the Gonzaga matchup, including foul trouble, turnovers, and the one fix Texas must make to avoid getting hacked late.  • BYU scouting plan that lets the star score while shutting off everyone else  • Tremont Mark’s defensive impact and ti...

Give us a shout! Give us a shout! We react to huge Texas football news as transfer guard Laurence Seymore becomes eligible and changes the outlook for the Longhorns offensive line. Then we pivot to March Madness in Portland, breaking down the NC State thriller and what it will take to survive BYU and its superstar scorer.  • Laurence Seymore's eligibility timeline and why missing spring still...

Give us a shout! Jonah Williams’ shoulder surgery forces Texas to rethink what a five-star two-sport plan can realistically look like, and it sparks a blunt debate about whether he should finally choose baseball or football. We also preview Texas vs NC State in the First Four and react to a bold Jay Bilas pick that has the Longhorns making a surprising March Madness run.  • Jonah Williams out for...

Give us a shout! Dez Bryant just tossed gasoline on a Texas spring football storyline: he thinks true freshman Jermaine Bishop could become the Longhorns’ No. 1 wide receiver this fall. We react to the claim, separate hype from what actually translates once pads come on, and dig into why Bishop’s early buzz still matters even if the top of the depth chart is stacked with names like Cam Coleman and...

Give us a shout! Spring football arrived with real answers. We break down why KJ Lacey’s poise, accuracy, and command turned heads on Day One, how Cam Coleman already looks like a true WR1 with strong hands and crisp routes, and which freshmen passed the eye test the moment they stepped off the bus. From Derrek Cooper’s 6-1, 210-pound power profile to Tyler Atkinson’s NFL-ready frame, this group d...

Give us a shout! Spring football is finally here, and we’re zeroing in on the five offensive questions that will define Texas in 2026. We start with the headline: how fast can Arch Manning and Cam Coleman build real, on-field chemistry? Timing, trust, and scramble rules don’t happen by accident, and spring reps are where that shared language begins. With Arch coming off foot surgery and Sark’s upd...

Give us a shout! A surprising hire can tell you everything about a program’s ambition. When we brought Mark Stoops to Austin as a special assistant, it wasn’t about headlines—it was about sharpening the edge that wins games in November and playoff runs in January. We dig into why pairing Stoops’ SEC-tested mind with Will Muschamp creates a powerful defensive brain trust, how DB expertise elevates...

Give us a shout! Stars get the headlines, but fit wins seasons. We zoom past Cam Coleman and Rasheem Biles to spotlight the Texas transfers who actually solve problems: Melvin Ciani and Lawrence Seymour giving the Longhorns five real shots across the offensive line, Bo Masco bringing Big Ten battle scars to steady a talented but green secondary, and a true inline tight end, Michael Masoonis, unloc...

Give us a shout! Arch is out of the boot, back to throwing, and Sark is tapping the brakes just enough to make spring reps count. We open with the update Texas fans wanted and explain why a limited ramp for Manning could actually fast-track the quarterback room: MJ Morris brings veteran steadiness, KJ Lacey flashes future-starter traits, and Dia Bell raises the ceiling. With Arch’s timing work con...

Give us a shout! What if Texas finally pairs star power with staying power? We dive into the 2026 offense with clear eyes and full context, asking how Arch Manning’s late-season leap, a loaded portal class, and Steve Sarkisian’s scheme could push the Longhorns toward their most explosive attack in decades. We map the difference between paper potential and weekly execution, set realistic benchmarks...

Give us a shout! Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian met with the media on Monday to discuss the transfer portal, spring football and much more. Matt Galatzan and Zach Dimmitt break down his thoughts, as well as an interesting idea for the offensive line in this edition of the Texas Longhorns On SI Podcast.  Support the show Please make sure to follow, like, rate, and subscribe to our podca...

Give us a shout! The Texas Longhorns are facing backlash from national pundits after canceling their matchup with the Arizona State Sun Devils, leading some to label the team as soft. Matt Galatzan and Zach Dimmitt discuss that, as well as what the recent developments surrounding Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar being denied his injunction by a local judge, on this episode of the Texas Longhorns On SI Po...

Give us a shout! The Texas Longhorns stayed hot on the hardwood on Tuesday night, and several freshmen could have impacts on the football field in 2026. Matt Galatzan and Zach Dimmitt discuss that, plus transfer portal additions, on this episode of the Texas Longhorns On SI Podcast. Support the show Please make sure to follow, like, rate, and subscribe to our podcast on every major podcast platfor...

Give us a shout! Surprisingly, the Texas Longhorns might not be done in the transfer portal quite yet, with a very talented player in a position of need still on their radar. Plus, major transfer news is beginning to brew on the 40 Acres. All that and more in this edition of the Texas Longhorns On SI Podcast. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍...

Give us a shout! The hype surrounding the Texas Longhorns is reaching MASSIVE levels. Matt Galatzan and Zach Dimmitt of Texas Longhorns On SI tell you why it is not only warranted, but that they could even be UNDERATED. Support the show Please make sure to follow, like, rate, and subscribe to our podcast on every major podcast platform. You can also come join in on the conversation with us on YouT...