Dan Patrick: Tennessee gave cash to recruits in McDonald’s bags

According to Patrick’s source, Tennessee football got ‘sloppy’ and its staff gave cash to recruits in McDonald’s bags. Details here.

Tennessee is currently under investigation by the NCAA for recruiting violations under the watch of recently fired head coach Jeremy Pruitt.

In addition to the former Georgia defensive coordinators’ termination, the university fired nine other football employees who were hired by Pruitt.

Among the numerous issues revolving around the Volunteers program, which include level I and level II violations that garner the most severe repercussions, is this nugget of information passed along on The Dan Patrick Show.

Watch the clip here:

https://twitter.com/dpshow/status/1351548497049366536

According to Patrick’s source close to the situation, Tennessee football got ‘sloppy’ and its staff gave cash to recruits in McDonald’s bags and acted like they were not trying to hide anything.

Patrick’s source also said that Georgia football got ‘sloppy’ as well, although there are currently no reports that back that statement and the University of Georgia told the Athens Banner-Herald recently that there is no ongoing investigation into the UGA program.

As expected, Pruitt is defending his moves at UT legally and even released a statement with his lawyer on Monday condemning his firing.

By firing with cause, Tennessee avoided a $12.8 million dollar buyout.

This story is becoming more and more comical by the day. My only question is why not move up the proverbial fast-food chain to a premium burger spot like Sonic or Five Guys?

Nonetheless, Tennessee will look to replace half of its football staff in the coming months.

 


Make sure and check out the new episode of UGA Football Live with J.C. Shelton! This week I talk about Dawgs who are coming back for next season and give out more of our season superlatives. Listen here:

Dan Patrick: Tennessee gave cash to recruits in McDonald’s bags

According to Patrick’s source, Tennessee football got ‘sloppy’ and its staff gave cash to recruits in McDonald’s bags. Details here.

Tennessee is currently under investigation by the NCAA for recruiting violations under the watch of recently fired head coach Jeremy Pruitt.

In addition to the former Georgia defensive coordinators’ termination, the university fired nine other football employees who were hired by Pruitt.

Among the numerous issues revolving around the Volunteers program, which include level I and level II violations that garner the most severe repercussions, is this nugget of information passed along on The Dan Patrick Show.

Watch the clip here:

https://twitter.com/dpshow/status/1351548497049366536

According to Patrick’s source close to the situation, Tennessee football got ‘sloppy’ and its staff gave cash to recruits in McDonald’s bags and acted like they were not trying to hide anything.

Patrick’s source also said that Georgia football got ‘sloppy’ as well, although there are currently no reports that back that statement and the University of Georgia told the Athens Banner-Herald recently that there is no ongoing investigation into the UGA program.

As expected, Pruitt is defending his moves at UT legally and even released a statement with his lawyer on Monday condemning his firing.

By firing with cause, Tennessee avoided a $12.8 million dollar buyout.

This story is becoming more and more comical by the day. My only question is why not move up the proverbial fast-food chain to a premium burger spot like Sonic or Five Guys?

Nonetheless, Tennessee will look to replace half of its football staff in the coming months.

 


Make sure and check out the new episode of UGA Football Live with J.C. Shelton! This week I talk about Dawgs who are coming back for next season and give out more of our season superlatives. Listen here:

AP Poll: Texas remains ranked after Kansas cancelation

Texas’ season ended when the finale against Kansas was canceled due to COVID-19. Despite not playing, moved up two spots in the AP poll.

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Texas’ season ended when the finale against Kansas was canceled due to COVID-19 complications within the Longhorns’ program. Tom Herman will finish with a 6-3 record, having at least three losses in all four seasons as the head coach.

Despite not playing, Texas has moved up two spots in the final regular-season AP poll. The Longhorns are up to No. 21 and are only one of three teams (North Carolina and North Carolina State) who are ranked despite three losses.

As for the rest of the Big 12, Iowa State and Oklahoma are the only other ranked conference teams. The Cyclones are moving closer to the top four at No. 8, while the Sooners moved up one spot to No. 12.

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A full breakdown of the Top 25

Ranking Team Record Last Week
1 Alabama 10-0 1
2 Notre Dame 10-0 2
3 Ohio State 5-0 3
4 Clemson 9-1 4
5 Texas A&M 7-1 5
6 Cincinnati 8-0 7
7 Indiana 6-1 8
8 Iowa State 8-2 10
9 Coastal Carolina 11-0 11
10 Georgia 7-2 12
11 Florida 8-2 6
12 Oklahoma 7-2 13
13 Southern California 5-0 16
14 Brigham Young 10-1 8
15 Northwestern 6-1 16
16 North Carolina 8-3 20
17 UL-Lafayette 9-1 20
18 Iowa 6-2 19
19 Miami 8-2 9
20 Tulsa 6-1 18
21 Texas 6-3 23
22 Liberty 9-1 25
23 Buffalo 5-0 24
24 North Carolina State 8-3 NR
25 San Jose State 5-0 NR

Others receiving votes:

Oklahoma State 83, Marshall 47, Boise State 12, UCF 11, Washington 9, Army 9, Auburn 8, TCU 3, Appalachian State 1

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The Texas Longhorns climb back to No. 23 in latest AP Poll

Following their 69-31 victory over Kansas State, the Texas Longhorns found themselves back in the AP Top 25 poll this week.

Texas has jumped right back into the polls following the Longhorns 69-31 victory on Saturday.

Continue reading “The Texas Longhorns climb back to No. 23 in latest AP Poll”

Week 14 Amway Coaches Poll: Longhorns ranked after Kansas State dismantling

The Texas Longhorns find themselves ranked No. 23 following their 69-31 dismantling of the Kansas State Wildcats.

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The Texas Longhorns responded on Saturday with a 38-point win over Kansas State following the heartbreaking loss to Iowa State. They will now be ranked as they head into the final week of the season.

This week saw the Longhorns jump right back into the Amway Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

Iowa State (No. 11) jumped one spot, as did  Oklahoma (No. 12) to claim themselves as the highest-ranked Big 12 team. The Cyclones blasted West Virginia 42-6, while Oklahoma bested Baylor by 13.

Oklahoma State was the biggest loser in the polls for the Big 12 Conference after they fell out completely following their loss to Texas Christian.

A full breakdown of the Top 25

Ranking Team Record Last Week
1 Alabama 9-0 1
2 Notre Dame 10-0 2
3 Clemson 9-1 3
4 Ohio State 5-0 4
5 Texas A&M 7-1 6
6 Florida 8-1 5
7 Cincinnati 8-0 7
8 Miami (Fl) 8-1 9
9 Indiana 6-1 11
10 Georgia 6-2 10
11 Iowa State 8-2 12
12 Oklahoma 7-2 13
13 Coastal Carolina 10-0 14
14 Northwestern 5-1 17
15 Southern California 3-0 16
16 Brigham Young 9-1 8
17 UL-Lafeyette 9-1 21
18 Iowa 5-2 24
19 Tulsa 6-1 22
20 North Carolina 7-3 NR
21 Liberty 9-1 25
22 Colorado 4-0 NR
23 Texas 6-3 NR
24 NC State 8-3 NR
25 Wisconsin 9-1 NR

Teams dropped out:

No. 15 Marshall; No. 18 Oklahoma State; No. 20 Oregon; No. 23 Washington.

Others receiving votes:

Oklahoma State 100; Missouri 88; Marshall 77; San Jose State 68; Buffalo 59; Nevada 48; Auburn 42; Oregon 30; Boise State 26; Army 25; Washington 19; Southern Methodist 10; Appalachian State 3.

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Report: Texas RB expected to opt out, enter transfer portal

According to Horns247, Texas running back Keaontay Ingram is expected to opt out and enter the transfer portal.

There’s been a slew of bad news surrounding the Texas football program over the last week. Continue reading “Report: Texas RB expected to opt out, enter transfer portal”

Texas, Tom Herman among USA TODAY Sports biggest questions this week

USA TODAY Sports believes that Texas head coach Tom Herman has a critical matchup with Kansas State this week.

Regardless of the speculation surrounding Urban Meyer and current Texas head coach Tom Herman’s future in Austin, there’s still a game to focus on this week. Continue reading “Texas, Tom Herman among USA TODAY Sports biggest questions this week”

ESPN Big 12 Power Rankings: Oklahoma stays put, Texas falls

The Big 12 title race now appears to be between Iowa State, Oklahoma and Oklahoma State.

The Big 12 title race became much more clear last week. Continue reading “ESPN Big 12 Power Rankings: Oklahoma stays put, Texas falls”

Longhorns Wire Roundtable: Who will be the next head coach at Texas?

Numerous names are being floated around to become Tom Herman’s successor at Texas.

Rumors are running rampant about the head coaching job at the University of Texas. Continue reading “Longhorns Wire Roundtable: Who will be the next head coach at Texas?”

Texas drops nine spots in USA TODAY Sports Re-Rank of college football teams

After a heartbreaking loss to Iowa State, Texas significantly drops in USA TODAY Sports Re-Rank this week.

It’s been quite the roller coaster season for the Texas football program. Continue reading “Texas drops nine spots in USA TODAY Sports Re-Rank of college football teams”