The Longhorns ended their losing streak this week. Well, they at least delayed it depending on the outcome of the Baylor game next Saturday.
Even though Texas had a bye week during Week 8, their current standing within the Big 12 got a slight boost thanks to a couple of other teams.
After dropping two straight games against the Oklahoma’s schools, Texas’ bye week could not come any sooner. There is some much needed soul searching to do, as the offense has been desolate to close out the last two games, and even racked up a grand total of one yard against Oklahoma State in the second half.
It is not completely the fault of Casey Thompson, who seemed to have been playing injured, as the play calling has been very questionable. The Longhorns have decided to stop giving the ball to Heisman candidate Bijan Robinson although he is clearly the best weapon. It doesn’t help the offensive line is abysmal, and cannot block anyone in a different uniform.
The Texas defense has also been subpar at best and teams have consistently ran the ball down their throat.
With two whole weeks to figure out how to make the needed adjustments, the Longhorns Big 12 title hopes are still very much in play.
Let’s take a look at three things that worked in favor of Texas although they didn’t even take the field.
First, an extra week to prepare for Baylor