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Today is the "Humpday Gameplan" edition, and the guys start with the Spitting Gate scandal, as Eagles defensive lineman Jalen Carter's punishment was announced for an incident involving Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. The Texas Longhorn players talked to the media. The Texas Longhorn baseball schedule was released. The Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys look forward to their week 3 schedul...

It’s “Turn The Page Tuesday,” today, the Texas Longhorns move their attention towards the University of Texas El Paso Miners. “There will be consequences and repercussions,” Coach Sarkisian said to the media on yesterday’s press conference. He gives what he expects the team to improve on and sheds light on what has been successful. Sports fans are getting out of hand, as a Buffalo Bills fan crosse...

It’s a “Longhorn’s Monday” edition of “The Morning Kickoff Show,” as the Texas Longhorns defeated the San Jose State Spartans 38-7, winning their seventh straight home opener at DKR. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian spoke to the media after the game. Who were the standouts of the game? What grades did we give the team? The Houston Texans had a tough loss in Los Angeles, 14-9, to the Rams. There were som...

Today is a “Feel good Football Friday,” as the guys talk about the 24-20 Dallas Cowboys loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Hardge and Mark will discuss what went wrong and what went right. Texas Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian had a press conference about the upcoming game against the San Jose State Spartans. He addresses the Wardell Mack situation, what he likes to carry on from the previous ga...

It’s Prediction Thursday, the guys start the show previewing the Dallas Cowboys vs the Philadelphia Eagles game tonight. They give their predictions for the season and the game tonight. Then we break down the NFL season awards, who are the favorites, and who may surprise everyone. The Texas Longhorns play San Jose State on Saturday. What adjustments will the Longhorns make coming into the game? Is...

We have on “Legend of the Locker Room” Lifetime Longhorn TJ Ford as he promotes his TJ Ford’s Foundations Bowling Fundraiser at the Main Event on Friday. Many Longhorn stars will be attending, and he tells the guys who are the better bowlers in the group. He discusses how important it is for him to remain involved in the Austin and Houston communities. He explains how he stays connected through ba...

Today, the guys discuss the Texas Longhorns' sound as the players speak to the media. The Dallas Cowboys drama is becoming public as Micah Parsons' agent, David Mulugheta, spoke with Stephen A. Smith. The Cowboys are set to play the Philadelphia Eagles, and here's what to expect as the Eagles raise their Super Bowl Banner. Major League Baseball is entering its final month as playoff races intensif...

Today, we wrap things up on the Ohio State game and get ready for San Jose State on a "Turn the Page Tuesday." Coach Sarkisian talked to the media to discuss what the team needs to improve on, what impressed him, and expectations moving forward. Arch Manning also addressed what he needs to improve on and what he's satisfied with from his performance on Saturday. Bill Belichick made his college foo...

After a 14-7 Longhorn loss to the Buckeyes, we get Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian’s input on what happened and what to expect.  Arch Manning struggled. Did the hype come too soon? There were other college games played this weekend, as Tarleton upset Army, the SEC remains an elite conference, and another top-ten school took a loss. The Dallas Cowboys name their team captains, plus more on the Mic...

Just one day from opening kickoff for the #1 Texas Longhorns as they travel to Columbus, Ohio, to the Horseshoe to play the #3 Ohio State Buckeyes. We have more sound from Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian as he discusses integrating the new players into the road culture, Arch's road game routine, and key players who may have an impact tomorrow. The Dallas Cowboys shake the fabric of the NFL as the...

“Legends of the Locker Room” segment with Texas Longhorn Lifetime Legend Brian Orakpo as he talks about the Texas football team. He discusses how they compare to his 2005 National Championship team. The common traits of this team’s camaraderie are compared to those of his team. He explains what advice he gives the team going to Columbus. He shares his thoughts on standout Colin Simmons. Plus, why...

Only two days away from the University of Texas Longhorns opener in Columbus, Ohio, against the Ohio State University Buckeyes in the Horseshoe. We have more sound from Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian as he discusses preparing for the road environment, battling against the crowd, and how the offensive line is gelling together. Major League Baseball is ramping up for the September runs. The Housto...

In the “World’s Strongest Take” Mark discusses his recent controversy over his comments on the Raja Jackson’s incident with Syko Stu at KnokX Pro Wrestling event in Sun Valley, California.  He explains why his opinion was what it was and clears the air of misinformation concerning it. He also explains why he has that opinion and makes it clear that he is not excusing Raja’s actions. You can hear i...

We are three days away from the battle on the gridiron as the #1-ranked Texas Longhorns travel to Columbus, Ohio, to play against the #3-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. We have more sound from Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian as he discusses the differences in the roster since last year’s playoff game, his confidence in the defense, and what to expect from starting quarterback Arch Manning. What are t...

We have on our new partners for the Texas Longhorns postgame show, Host Nick Shuley and Producer Mark Higgins, or 3rd & Longhorn, as they talk about the formation of the podcast and how it grew into its big following. They talk about the cast of Lifetime Longhorns on the show and their love for their personalities.  They talk about the plans for the postgame show for the season and look forwar...

Today, we are four days away from opening day, where the #1 Texas Longhorns travel to the Horseshoe to play the #3 Ohio State Buckeyes. The University of Texas announced a new partnership with HumanN SuperBeets. Coach Sarkisian met with the media. Texas is ready for the big game on Saturday, but Dave Portnoy won’t be there to see it. 1300 the Zone has a new partnership with 3rd and Longhorn to do...

Today, we are five days away from the #1-ranked Texas Longhorns' opening game, traveling to Columbus, Ohio, to play against the #3-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. The Longhorns are ready to play and have some strong supporters. Longhorns are putting in some finishing touches on both sides of the ball. College football started last weekend, and there were some tough-to-watch games, with the field condi...

We are eight days away from kickoff in Columbus, Ohio, at the Horseshoe as the Texas Longhorns travel to play against the Ohio State Buckeyes. Today, we talked about the drama in Dallas as the contract issues continue with Jerry Jones and Micah Parsons. Some Texas players make the All-SEC Team and the Earl Campbell’s Watchlist. College football starts with Zero Week. The Iowa State Cyclones and th...

Today, we are nine days away from the Texas Longhorns traveling to Columbus, Ohio, to battle in The Horseshoe, to play against the Ohio State Buckeyes. More from Tuesday’s players talking to the media. Anthony Hill and Michael Taaffe had some things to say about the Texas defense and Arch Manning handling the hype. Some NFL teams have named their starting quarterbacks, and with the last preseason...

Today, we talked to Cale Gundy of "The Middle of the Day Show" in Oklahoma City, and he talks about the Oklahoma Sooners' expectations coming into the season. He talks about how important it is for OU Quarterback John Mateer and Head Coach Brent Venables to live up to expectations. He spoke about the impact of transferring Running Back Jadyn Ott. He gives us three freshmen to look out for in havin...

Today, we are 10 days away from the Texas Longhorns traveling to Columbus, Ohio, to play against the Ohio State Buckeyes. The players met with he media yesterday. Arch Manning spoke about what he and the team improved on throughout camp. How playing an elite Texas defense is preparing him for the season. The team mentality has been and continues to be for challenging road games. Coach Steve Sarkis...

Today, we are 11 days away from Texas vs Ohio State, and Coach Sarkisian talked to the media yesterday. Ohio State announced its starting quarterback. The Bengals and Commanders played last night, and it wasn’t good. Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte received an extension. The Cowboys documentary “The Gambler” comes out today. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, conversations with Joe Cook o...

Today, we are 12 days away from the upcoming big game between our Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Texas football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian addressed the media after Saturday's scrimmage and discussed preparations for the big game, position battles still going on, how key players are responding, and the most significant concerns. We also have some NFL talk as the guys discuss what's g...

Today, the Texas Longhorns football players met with the media. Colin Simmons talked about the improvement of the defense. CJ Baxter talks about his recovery from last year’s injury—Ryan Wingo discusses the wide receiver group. The Associated Press released the College Football All-Time All-Americans team. NBA schedules were released, and the Spurs will have some interesting games at the Moody Cen...

Today, we have a “Legends of the Locker Room” segment with Lifetime Longhorn defensive back Lance Gunn as he explains what he loves about this Texas Longhorn football team. He emphasizes how important it is for players to buy into the coaching staff and the team’s culture. He shares his feelings on the secondary, and Michael Taaffe represents the #16.  He also gives his opinion of Arch Manning and...