Locked on Longhorns Podcast: UTEP game, Eric Metcalf interview

The latest Locked on Longhorns podcast discusses the upcoming game for Texas. Game picks and predictions plus Eric Metcalf interview.

On a Football Friday, “Locked on Longhorns” prepares to get you ready for the upcoming game. Patrick and Cami kick off the show talking about all the sports that took place on Thursday night. What the Longhorns in the NFL were able to do or not do on opening night. Plus what some of the areas of concern for the Texas Longhorns as they open the season? What are they most looking forward to with the opening game at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

In the second segment of the show, former All-American at the University of Texas, Eric Metcalf joins the show to talk about the Longhorns. Metcalf discusses his favorite memories, pressure on Tom Herman and his final record prediction for the Longhorns in 2020. Can they finally get over the hump against Oklahoma?

Plus he weighs in on senior quarterback Sam Ehlinger. Is he capable of a Heisman Trophy campaign in 2020? What is the one thing holding him back from achieving it?

Plus Patrick and Cami make their picks for the game on Saturday. Who goes off in the first game of the year? Who do we expect to win? Plus can the Texas Longhorns cover the 42.5 point spread against UTEP? Does anyone actually think the Miners can cover?

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