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Everything Steve Sarkisian said to the media on Tuesday

Steve Sarkisian met with the media on Tuesday following the Longhorns’ morning practice. 

Steve Sarkisian met with the media on Tuesday following the Longhorns’ morning practice.

The third-year Texas head coach provided some updates about where his team stands about halfway through spring practice.

Sarkisian had praise for a few players stepping up from a leadership capacity. He highlighted Jordan Whittington, Quinn Ewers, Ja’Tavion Sanders, Jerrin Thompson, Byron Murphy and Barryn Sorrell as growing leaders in the program.

The Texas staff feels confident about its depth at cornerback. With Ryan Watts as a returning starter coming back, Sarkisian mentioned a few names competing well across from Watts.

Sarkisian complemented the running back room for their efforts in Texas’ most recent scrimmage.

Kitan Crawford was singled out again as a standout in practice. Crawford’s emergence is becoming a common theme this Spring. With Arkansas transfer Jalen Catalon still sidelined with an injury, Crawford is making the most of his extra reps.

Here is a look at everything Steve Sarkisian said as Texas continues its preparation in spring ball.

Five bold predictions for No. 20 Texas vs. No. 11 Oklahoma State

Time to be BOLD.

A clash between two of the best teams in the Big 12 Conference is on the horizon as No. 20 Texas (5-2, 3-1) travels to No. 11 Oklahoma State (5-1, 2-1) on Saturday.

This crucial top-25 matchup is set to have significant Big 12 title implications as we approach the second half of the season.

ESPN’s FPI gives Texas an 66% chance to take down the Cowboys in this one. The Longhorns enter as six-point favorites, despite being ranked lower and on the road.

Texas escaped a tight battle at home vs. Iowa State last weekend to add to its three-game winning streak. The Longhorns were not quite clicking on all cylinders but managed to emerge victorious.

Oklahoma State is coming off its first loss of the season at the hands of TCU. The Cowboys held a double-digit lead in the fourth quarter before falling in overtime.

Here are five bold predictions for Texas’ all-important road test vs. Oklahoma State this weekend.

Texas WR Jordan Whittington is not taking anything for granted

It is clear Jordan Whittington has earned the respect of everyone involved in the program. 

Texas wide receiver Jordan Whittington has suffered from injury after injury over the course of his college career. The senior has been limited to just 13 games throughout his first three years at Texas.

Whittington has finally been able to stay on the field in 2022 and is taking advantage of his opportunity. He has snagged 28 passes for 381 yards on the season. Whittington got into the endzone for the first time in the year against Iowa State last Saturday.

His has been instrumental in Texas’ improvement we have seen so far this season.

Steve Sarkisian and his Longhorns teammates rave about how important of a role Whittington plays both on and off the field. It is clear he has earned the respect of everyone involved in the program.

Whittington spoke about how his experiences dealing with injuries have changed his mindset on the game of football, leaving everything out there for his team.

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Studs and duds from Texas’ 37-34 loss to Texas Tech

Here is a look at the studs and duds from Texas’ loss to Texas Tech. 

No. 22 Texas drops to 2-2 on the season after falling to Texas Tech in overtime on Saturday. Red Raider fans stormed the field celebrating the 37-34 electric win.

Second half struggles continue to haunt the Longhorns. Texas took a 24-14 lead into halftime, just to watch it disappear in the fourth quarter.

Missed tackles and untimely penalties kept the Texas defense on the field for what felt like an eternity. Texas Tech ran over 100 total plays and converted six of eight fourth downs.

An overtime fumble by Bijan Robinson proved to be the nail in the coffin for Texas. The Red Raiders capped off the upset victory with a 20-yard field goal to end the game.

Texas looks to rebound next week as they host West Virginia. We have already reached what feels like a must-win game for Steve Sarkisian and company.

Here is a look at the studs and duds from Texas’ loss to Texas Tech.

Where Texas lands in CBS Sports’ top five wide receiver rooms for 2022

Steve Sarkisian’s offseason additions have caught the attention of many.

Second-year head coach Steve Sarkisian certainly made a splash at the wide receiver position via the transfer portal this offseason. Continue reading “Where Texas lands in CBS Sports’ top five wide receiver rooms for 2022”