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Score predictions for Texas-Alabama in Week 2.
Texas will host No. 1 Alabama in front of what is expected to be a record-breaking crowd in Austin on Saturday. Continue reading “Longhorns Wire staff predictions for Texas vs. Alabama”
We’ve yet to see someone predict Texas to upset No. 1 Alabama this weekend.
There’s a massive matchup between two historic programs on Saturday. Continue reading “Texas vs. Alabama: Who the experts are picking to win”
Alabama is 163-9 under Nick Saban when leading at the half.
There’s a massive matchup between two historic programs this weekend. Continue reading “Five interesting facts about the Texas vs. Alabama game this week”
Texas needs big games from these defensive players against Alabama.
Texas’ defense looked like an improved unit in their season-opening win over UL Monroe. The Longhorns played fundamentally sound football and did a great job limiting explosive plays.
While the performance against UL Monroe inspires some confidence moving forward, Texas faces a huge test this week against No. 1 Alabama.
The Crimson Tide offense is led by 2021 Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young and a deep group of weapons at the skill positions. Young seems to have not skipped a beat from last season as he accounted for 300 yards and six touchdowns in Bama’s 55-0 win over Utah State.
Alabama is breaking in multiple new faces at the wide receiver position. Traeshon Holden and Jermaine Burton each hauled in two scores and look comfortable with Young in the process.
Georgia Tech transfer Jahmry Gibbs is the lead running back for Nick Saban’s squad. He is a do-it-all player with the ability to make a difference in the running game and passing attack.
Texas’ defense has a tough task in front of them trying to slow down the dynamic Alabama offense. Here are five Texas defensive players to keep an eye on this week against the Tide.
We’ll be keeping an eye on these five players against Alabama.
Texas is welcoming No. 1 Alabama to town on Saturday in a highly anticipated Week 2 matchup. Continue reading “Texas Football: Five offensive players to watch vs. Alabama”
The top tight end prospect in the nation will take a visit to Texas this weekend.
The nation’s top tight end prospect is making the trip to Austin this weekend for an official visit.
Five-star Duce Robinson is ranked by 247Sports composite as the No. 1 prospect in the state of Arizona and a top 20 overall player in the class of 2023.
Robinson is a two-sport star who excels on both the football field and the baseball diamond. His 6-foot-6 frame and exceptional athletism make him a potential difference-maker at the next level. Alabama, Georgia, Texas and USC are currently the top schools in the mix for Robinson.
Texas has the opportunity to make a strong impression while hosting Robinson this weekend and the rest of the season. Longhorns’ tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders seems like he will be a focal point of the offense this season. Watching Sanders perform at a high level can not hurt Texas’ chances with Robinson.
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The two historic programs have faced off nine times. Here’s a look at each of the outcomes.
The Texas Longhorns are welcoming the No. 1 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide to Austin for a highly anticipated matchup on Saturday. Continue reading “Texas Football: Series history with Alabama”
Teams that have nothing to lose can be unpredictable.
Texas will have one psychological edge on its side Saturday. The Longhorns have less than their opponent has to lose.
Steve Sarkisian’s squad entered the 2022 season unranked and unheralded after losing seven games last year. Alabama enters Saturday’s matchup as the national title favorite, head-and-shoulders above the competition.
With their preseason accolades come national championship expectations. The Crimson Tide will receive the benefit of the doubt should they only lose one game, but will face much stiffer competition than Texas to finish the season.
The stated goal for Texas is to play for a Big 12 Championship this year. For that reason, and the fact that they are far away from national title contention, the Longhorns can play a focused but confident game.
Sports psychologists will tell you that between stress and lethargy there is an optimal level of energy in the middle where players perform their best.
The challenge of playing Alabama will no doubt bring focused mental and physical energy. The fact that the game has no bearing on their goals can keep the Longhorns grounded.
Texas has a chance to use this psychological advantage. Saturday will present the opportunity to capitalize.
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There’s no shortage of storylines to follow regarding this particular matchup.
In case you haven’t heard, there’s a highly anticipated matchup between two historic programs in Week 2.
Texas will host No. 1 Alabama for the game of the week on Sept. 10. Both the Fox and ESPN pre-game shows will be in Austin at the same time in what is expected to be a record-breaking crowd.
There’s also no shortage of storylines to follow regarding this particular matchup. Steve Sarkisian and several assistants worked under Nick Saban prior to coming to Texas.
In Sarkisian’s Monday press conference, he spoke highly of Alabama quarterback Bryce Young and their longstanding relationship. Young had several positive remarks of his own regarding the Texas football program this week.
We have a lot of respect for them as a program–them and their team. We know that we’re going to a hostile environment. So, you know, we’re gonna learn all that we can throughout the week. We’re gonna study, we’re gonna prepare. But we have a tremendous amount of respect for them. We know it’s gonna take everything. So we have to work hard throughout the week to put ourselves in the best circumstance to be successful.
While Alabama is the overwhelming favorite to win on Saturday, Sarkisian reminded the media that this particular matchup won’t impact his overall goal of getting to Dallas in December for the Big 12 Championship.
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Sark spoke with the media on Monday prior to the Alabama matchup in Week 2.
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian spoke with the media on Monday ahead of the Week 2 matchup with Alabama. Continue reading “Everything Steve Sarkisian said during his Monday press conference”
