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Locked on Longhorns: Latest NFL Draft news and notes

With the NFL Draft only a few days away, Cami and Patrick discuss the latest projections for three former Longhorns.

Cami and Patrick open the show discussing a question from the Texas Longhorns social media team, which Longhorn would you like to meet? Hudson Card’s workout while the isolation continues and recruiting updates.

The duo discuss the latest mock drafts and what analysts are saying about the professional projections of Brandon Jones, Devin Duvernay, and Collin Johnson. Could Devin Duvernay be the first Longhorn selected? Two analysts have him going in round two of the draft.

The WNBA Draft took place on Friday night, where are two Longhorns going to start their professional careers? Greg Brown is expected to make his decision on Friday, could the G league be a potential fit? Vic Schaefer has been busy in his first week as the head coach of the women’s team with building his roster.

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WATCH: Texas QB Hudson Card looks sharp

Texas quarterback Hudson Card has the potential to be Sam Ehlinger’s successor.

Many believe Texas has already found Sam Ehlinger’s successor. Continue reading “WATCH: Texas QB Hudson Card looks sharp”

Longhorns women’s basketball: four-star flips to Texas

The Texas Longhorns newest member was originally going to attend Mississippi State. Four-star forward flips to Texas to play for Schaefer.

The news has been fast and furious when it comes to the Texas Longhorns women’s basketball team as of late. After securing Vic Schaefer to run the program, he brought in transfers from Penn State and Duke. When there are changes in staffing, usually recruiting changes come with that. Deyona Gaston who was originally set to join Mississippi State has decided to follow Schaefer and remain in her home state of Texas.

Gaston is a 6’3″ forward from Pearland, Texas. According to ESPN recruiting, she is a four-star and top 100 prospect. This is a huge commitment for the Longhorns who are looking to replace what they lost with the senior class now moving on. She is an athletic glass cleaner who plays the four spot on the floor. She will fit in quite nicely with Charli Collier.

It is fair to say that new head coach Vic Schaefer is hitting the ground running in his first month on the job. The Texas women’s program looks like it has a bright future and should be a fun to watch in the very near future.

Two Longhorns make jump to the WNBA

Joyner Holmes and teammate Sug Sutton were selected in the 2020 WNBA Draft. Where did they land?

On Friday night the WNBA took center stage with the WNBA Draft. Two former Longhorns were looking to make the jump to the next level and continue their playing careers. In the first round of the draft, senior forward Joyner Holmes got the call she had been waiting her whole life for.

Holmes will now head to the pacific northwest and join the Seattle Storm. The Storm’s roster is quite loaded with talent including 16-year veteran Sue Bird. Holmes will join a forward group that also includes Breanna Stewart and Morgan Tuck who played their college ball at UConn. She will have quite the challenge to make the team once their season gets rolling.

Sug Sutton also was selected in the third round to the defending WNBA Champion Washington Mystics. Sutton joins former Longhorns standout Ariel Atkins, who will be going into her third year.

The WNBA season was set to start on May 14th but it remains to be seen when either of these two Longhorns will finally step on the court as professional athletes at the next level.

Texas women’s basketball program lands veteran transfer from Duke

Texas women’s basketball coach Vic Schaefer lands veteran transfer Kyra Lambert, a three-year captain with Duke.

Texas women’s basketball coach Vic Schaefer has had an eventful first week on the job. Continue reading “Texas women’s basketball program lands veteran transfer from Duke”

A day in the life of Texas QB Sam Ehlinger during quarantine

Heisman Trophy candidate Sam Ehlinger appears to be laser-focused amid quarantine while preparing for the upcoming season.

Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger appears to be laser-focused on the upcoming season. Continue reading “A day in the life of Texas QB Sam Ehlinger during quarantine”

Bijan Robinson among the top 25 running back projections

247 released their latest top 25 position projections, this time at running back. Incoming freshman Bijan Robinson among the list.

Recently 247 Sports put together their list of top quarterbacks for the 2020 season which included Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger. The next list of projections from 247 is the running backs. On this particular list one Texas running back made the list which included plenty of talented backs. Bijan Robinson comes in at number 23.

One of two true freshman in this Top 25, Robinson — a five-star — could flourish as a first-year player with the Longhorns after rushing for more than 7,000 yards at the prep level. He was the crown jewel in an impressive haul for Tom Herman.

The fact that a true freshman running back that has yet to take a snap for a team, much less actually stepped foot on his new campus is quite the compliment. There has been plenty of hype surrounding the number one running back in the country according to 247 composite rankings. Much of it is warranted considering what he was able to accomplish on the field in Arizona.

Other Big 12 running backs to make the list:

  • 1: Chuba Hubbard, Oklahoma State
  • 10: Breece Hall, Iowa State
  • 13: Pooka Williams, Kansas
  • 20: Kennedy Brooks, Oklahoma

The Big 12 has plenty of talent at the position and which running back will stand the tallest by the end of the season will be exciting to watch. The Longhorns have three running backs who will likely be in the mix during 2020 season. However, Bijan Robinson should be the one who stands tallest for the Longhorns by seasons end.

Texas legend Colt McCoy narrates uplifting message to Longhorns fans

Former Texas quarterback Colt McCoy narrates an uplifting video message regarding the upcoming football season.

In such a time of uncertainty and fear, the Texas Longhorns social media department has done an impeccable job of attempting to keep the spirits high in Austin. Continue reading “Texas legend Colt McCoy narrates uplifting message to Longhorns fans”

Matthew McConaughey offers a once in a lifetime experience

Superfan and Minister of Culture Matthew McConaughey is offering up a once in a lifetime experience while raising money for COVID-19 relief.

In an effort to raise money for COVID-19 relief, celebrity and super fan Matthew McConaughey has joined the All-In Campaign. The Minister of Culture wants to give you a VIP experience at Darrell K. Royal-Memorial Stadium. In a sweepstakes like effort to raise money, fans can pay up to $100 for 200 entries into the sweepstakes.

Never done a Texas football game day alongside Matthew McConaughey? It’d be a lot cooler if you did. Join the living legend and University of Texas alum for an unimaginable Longhorn game day experience as you join the Biggest Man on Campus for a Texas football game. The part-time UT professor will hook you up with the best and baddest adventures out there in the world of tailgating before taking advantage of McConaughey’s full VIP status on the field, in the locker room and everywhere you go. You might start off a bit Dazed and Confused when you first get star-struck by the coolest cucumber in Hollywood, but it won’t take long for this Longhorn experience to have you feeling all right, all right, all riiiiight. 100% of the money raised through this Game/Auction will go directly to Feeding America, Meals On Wheels, World Central Kitchen and No Kid Hungry.

If you want to get the full VIP experience with McConaughey hurry up and enter the sweepstakes that includes a one night hotel stay, airfare, a Texas Longhorns gameday package and oh yeah you can hang out with the Minister of Culture on the sidelines at DKR.

Texas QB Sam Ehlinger listed among top 25 quarterbacks for 2020

Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger is projected to be a top five quarterback in the nation for the 2020 season.

The expectations surrounding Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger are sky high. Continue reading “Texas QB Sam Ehlinger listed among top 25 quarterbacks for 2020”