Once again, the Texas Longhorns football program is facing lofty expectations.
Texas was recently ranked No. 7 in ESPN’s Football Power Index (FPI) for the upcoming season. Some expect the Longhorns to contend for a nine-win season and Big 12 championship. While that is within reach, there are factors that could prevent Texas from reaching those goals.
Last season, the Longhorns lost seven games including a home loss to Kansas. The season unearthed multiple deficiencies, particularly on the defensive side of the football.
Texas will attempt to combat those flaws with a strong recruiting class and transfer portal haul, but opponents will aim to attack Texas’ weak points in 2022.
Here are five reasons why Texas could fall below nine wins for a fourth straight season.