What Texas football coaches will look for in August

Texas coaches have plenty to work on in the longest month of the year.

The longest month of the college football offseason is upon us. And while fans would like to fast forward, Texas football coaches will have plenty of goals they need to accomplish in camp.

The 2021 roster had a handful of talented contributors, but multiple flaws. The offensive line struggled from the opening series to late into the season. On defense, Texas struggled to tackle, cover, and get to the quarterback. In addition, they displayed poor pursuit angles and unreliable assignment integrity.

The 2022 roster will have to guard against some of the same issues. Often, the past year’s issues show up in the first two games of the next season. Steve Sarkisian’s staff will aim to eliminate as many of last year’s mistakes prior to the Week 2 bout with Alabama.

Let’s look at what Texas coaches will determine as we move into August on Monday.

Texas football players with the most to gain from a strong fall camp

Multiple players can improve their standing within the depth chart.

With August approaching and Texas set to prepare for the 2022 season, a number of players can improve their standing within the depth chart.

Multiple positions are up for grabs, with none more important than quarterback and left tackle. Quinn Ewers and Hudson Card will battle for the right to run Sarkisian’s offense, while Andrej Karic and Kelvin Banks will battle for the premier offensive line spot.

With Xavier Worthy and Isaiah Neyor figuring to take the most snaps at receiver, Jordan Whittington, Ja’Tavion Sanders, Jahleel Billingsley, Agiye Hall and others will jockey for the remaining spots.

Texas could have another open spot on the offensive line. The defense should have quite a few openings as well. Here are players with the most to gain from a strong fall camp.