Don’t overthink the Big 12. Texas is the best team in the conference.
In his podcast, Josh Pate outlined why the Longhorns should have plenty of confidence heading into the 2023 season. It revolves around proven commodities that other Big 12 teams don’t possess.
They are 19th in returning production. Both lines of scrimmage have improved, I would say significantly. And that’s been a multiyear process, especially on the offensive line. They’ve got one of the best wide receiver rooms in the country. Quarterback room is in excellent shape, especially since they kept Maalik Murphy.
Pate then went on to discuss why you should not overthink where Texas stands among Big 12 teams.
They are the odds on favorite to win the Big 12 this year. And they should be the favorite this year. Because Texas looks like the best team pre-season in the Big 12.
Here’s a look at some of the most proven commodities that give Texas confidence in 2023.