In an attempt to not be so angry all the time and have a few laughs, let's see what Laverne has to say about Fallni's acting skilz.

DJ said they'd all fall in line behind Fallni!

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.. and for the sake of this poll let's use time as the measure rather than distance to account for travel differences.

JB does get props for a signed picture of Charles Demar on the wall though.

THREE THINGS WE LEARNED

1. Texas will get an official visit from receiver Taz Williams

Red Oak wide receiver Taz Williams has no shortage of options, with more than 40 schools having extended scholarship offers to the Rivals250 member. Williams has mostly settled on about 10 schools and is close to releasing a formal list of favorites, but wants to finalize that list one more time after the recent college football coaching carousel shook things up a bit.

“I’m trying to narrow everything down. Hopefully a top 10 will be coming soon. That’s what I’m working towards,” Williams said. “I’m excited for that.”

The Texas Longhorns are one of the schools in the mix, and Williams has talked to the UT coaches about taking an official visit sometime in the summer.

“Texas is a school I know I’ll be taking an OV to. I’ve already told them, so I’ll be there for an OV,” Williams said.

Over the weekend, the 6-0, 180-pound Williams texted with UT wide receivers coach Chris Jackson as they work to find a date for that official visit. Jackson, who has only been at UT for a little more than one year, has developed a strong relationship with Williams after getting a late start compared to some other programs.

“He tells me all the time that he’s new to it so he’s still figuring things out. He and I are figuring things out at the same time,” Williams said. “I’m learning from him, he’s learning from me.”

After taking the Texas job, Jackson told Williams he wanted to evaluate him in person before extending a formal offer. Last spring, Jackson made a stop by Red Oak to see Williams and later that day, the offer was extended. Since then, the two have developed a strong connection.

“I’ve got a good relationship with coach Jackson. I talk to him a lot,” Williams said. “When I need to, I’ll hit him up. He played the position, he coached it in the NFL so he knows what he’s talking about. He’s done it, so you can’t beat that.”

Along with a Texas official visit, Williams said Ohio State, Michigan and Texas A&M are among the other schools he’d like to visit. He plans to make a commitment just before his senior season begins.

2. Melvin Hills feels good about signing with Texas after meeting Kenny Baker

When Bo Davis left Texas to coach at LSU, it sent shockwaves through some of the Longhorns’ interior defensive line signees. Alex January stayed the course and enrolled at UT in January. D’Antre Robinson asked out of his letter of intent and has since signed with Florida. Melvin Hills, who won’t enroll until the summer, had some very real thoughts about finding another school but after meeting with Baker in late January, Hills is once again locked in and excited about his future at Texas.

“I feel good on it. I feel it’s a safe decision still,” Hills said this week. “I feel like I’m still going to be comfortable with them, it’ll be home.”

Out of Lafayette Christian Academy, Hills said he’ll likely visit UT for the Orange-White game in April, where he’ll have another chance to connect with his new position coach. Looking back at his signing with Texas, Bo Davis was certainly a part of that decision, but Hills said it was more about the overall camaraderie he sees in the UT program.

“Seeing the players, how they’re performing, how they interact with each other, that shows Texas is a family,” Hills said. “Seeing the coaches with the players, how they all believe in each other, you can see the culture is there.”

Hills will move to Austin on June 1. He recently weighed in at 280 pounds and said his goal is to maintain that weight without losing any of his quickness.

“I want to keep that weight and be able to move with it,” Hills said. “I want to keep my strength and speed, gain knowledge of the game, just get ready to come compete.”

Hills watches film of defensive linemen but said he actually focuses on some of the offensive line greats of the game – guys like Trent Williams and Jason Kelce - to see what defensive linemen have used against them to have success.

“I look at the best players, envision moves that could beat them. The best ones in the game, if you can beat them then you’re good,” Hills said.

3. The Longhorns are in a strong early position for tight end Zane Rowe

Tight end Zane Rowe is still young as a member of the 2027 class, but college coaches have already taken notice, with Rowe holding 24 scholarship offers. Texas is one of the programs that has put an offer on the table for the Denton Guyer product, and though he’s still exploring all options, Rowe has the Longhorns high on his list.

“Big picture, they’re definitely in my top five. I don’t have anybody ranked right now, but they’re definitely in that top-five, top-three conversation,” Rowe said of the Longhorns. “I love the energy there. I love the culture there. I’m really connected with the coaching staff there. I just love the environment at Texas.”

Rowe stays in touch with Texas tight ends coach Jeff Banks and says those two have developed a strong connection.

“I’m always in contact with coach Banks. I try to talk to him once or twice a week,” Rowe said. “He says to keep handling my business, keep playing physical and just help my team win the best I can.

“Our relationship is great. He’s going to coach you hard, but he’s going to love you at the same time. He’s hard on you, but he’s going to build you up after he breaks you down. He’s a great coach.”

At 6-5 and 230 pounds, Rowe is a match-up headache for opposing defenses, and his combination of size and athleticism make him an intriguing prospect to follow as his recruitment continues to develop.

“What I bring to the table is that I’m a middle-of-the-field target. I free up my receivers because everybody wants to put a safety on me, double me,” Rowe said. “Things I can work on is getting off the press, finding ways to sit in zones.”

Rowe plans to take March visits to Oklahoma and Houston and he intends to attend the Texas spring game in April.




TWO QUESTIONS

1. What does Melvin Hills think of Kenny Baker?

In speaking with Hills, it sounds like his meeting with Kenny Baker went exceptionally well.

“He’s a good dude. He’s honest. He has great energy towards the game, a great mindset,” Hills said. “He sees the game with a good perspective. He’s coached on every level. He understands different levels of the game, what you need to get to the next level.

“He stays hyped. He’s also a good religious man. He’s positive, but keeps it real at the same time.”

Meeting Baker helped put to bed any questions Hills had about his future at Texas.

“It eases my concerns,” Hills said. “It shows they brought in a good caliber coach.”

The message to Hills during his meeting with Baker was that Baker will help Hills maximize his talent, and if Hills earns it he’ll have a chance to be an early contributor.

“He wanted to make sure I knew that everything is going to be the same. He plays freshmen, and is not afraid to put the best man on the field,” Hills said.

2. Is Patrick Mahomes going to go down as the greatest QB in NFL history?

In six years as a starting quarterback in the NFL, Patrick Mahomes has now led the Kansas City Chiefs to four Super Bowl appearances, three Super Bowl titles, he’s won three Super Bowl MVPs and two regular-season MVPs.

Tom Brady still ranks as the GOAT, with seven Super Bowl wins, five Super Bowl MVPs and three regular-season MVPs, but Mahomes is quickly climbing the ranks and if he can sustain some of the longevity that Brady enjoyed, he could have a legitimate case at some point to lay claim to the best to ever play the position.

Growing up, I never thought I’d see a better quarterback than Joe Montana. Then Brady came along. Now, I’d have to slot my top five as follows …

1. Tom Brady

2. Patrick Mahomes

3. Joe Montana

4. Peyton Manning

5. Dan Marino

Thoughts?




ONE PREDICTION – Texas lands Boobie Feaster

We’re a looooong way from Boobie Feaster making a commitment … the dude is only a freshman in high school … but if things stay the course they’re currently on, I like UT’s chance of eventually landing the ultra-talented receiver out of DeSoto.

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Look at your boy being a leader.

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My wife from Nam received a 1099 SA with a gross distribution of $2300. The distribution code notes a 1 on box 3 and box 5 has HSA. She had an HSA to pay for her medical procedures/ infusions for psoriatic arthritis.

Is this tax free?

Frosh guard out of K-Town has been playing increased minutes and looks like today was his official coming out party as he has put a soaking on the Mormons. Looks like a Jamal Shead starter kit. I doubt he would portal here but I sure as hell would take him.

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Since the pandemic, 100% of the increase in employment growth has gone to foreign born individuals, i.e., migrants. Employment among American citizens has actually dropped.

Interesting analysis and article by CBS.
@Ketchum likes to talk about stars and the NFL draft, but how does that translate into winning Super Bowls?
Based on the Niners & Chiefs (also 2 of the most winning organizations the last 5-6 years) maybe not much.

House made and smoked pastrami on their homemade bread, homemade sauerkraut, even the mustard is homemade. Texas Monthly says it's the best pastrami in the state. I don't see how anyone could beat it. Give it a try.

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Apparently each NFL team selected one high profile recruit and Nike flew them out to Vegas for some sort of event.

Watching Kansas at Oklahoma basketball waiting for Kentucky at Auburn.

1. Bill Self and his wig absolutely hates this Kansas team.

2. There is no way Kansas allows their beloved basketball team to slum with the Cincinnati’s , Houston’s , Tech’s, UCF’s and TCU’s of the world.


Bonus thought: growing up and watching Mookie Blalock, Stacey King and Wayman Tisdale it’s hard to fathom what a fvcking shithole Oklahoma has allowed the Lloyd noble center to become.

Straight 🔥. Longhorn Legend

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GameDay Quick Facts

• TELEVISION: The game will be televised nationally by CBS. Ian Eagle (pxp) and Bill Raftery (analyst) will call the action.

• RADIO: The Longhorn Radio Network broadcasts every UT game on the statewide network. Craig Way (pxp) and Eddie Oran (analyst) will call the action. Check TexasSports.com for a listing of affiliates carrying the game. Westwood One Radio will carry the game nationally, with Ted Emrich (pxp) and Austin Croshere (analyst) on the broadcast.

• SERIES: Houston leads, 33-32. Last meeting: Houston 76-72 ot (Jan. 29, 2024; Austin).

Notables

• ROAD WARRIORS: Texas enters Saturday's contest with a 3-2 mark in Big 12 Conference road games, including wins at No. 11 Oklahoma and No. 25 TCU. The Longhorns are 5-4 overall this season in games away from Austin (3-3 road, 2-1 neutral).



• DISU ON A ROLL: Graduate F Dylan Disu has averaged 27.5 ppg and 5.5 rpg while hitting 57.1-percent (20-35) from the floor, including 10-of-16 (.625) from three-point range, and 5-of-5 free throws in 28.8 mpg over his last two contests. He posted 27 points (10-16 FG, 7-10 threes) in 26 minutes during Saturday's win over West Virginia.

• ABMAS APPROACHING 3,000-POINT MARK: Graduate G Max Abmas enters Saturday's contest just 13 points shy (2,987) of becoming the 12th player in NCAA Division I men's history to top the 3,000-point mark.

Big opportunity for the Horns today at noon on CBS.

Houston -10.5

Houston has won 18 straight home games. Shead and Cryer recently were named to the Jersey Mike's Naismith Trophy Player of the Year Midseason Team.

We’ve had a rest this week, but so have they.

Terry is 0-2 against Houston during his career.

Terry is 0-2 against Houston Head Coach Kelvin Sampson during their careers.

Are we doomed?

I think there would be serious interest from their side to pursue Sark and for Sark to be open to the conversation. Especially if they start throwing the big money (10 mm+ per year) around. They don't have a buyout to pay for letting anyone go and they have deep enough pockets to make that happen.

Sark can recruit the way they want

He's loved by the admin and fans for his offensive domination while there

He made it to the playoffs and is the only guy to beat Saban at home in a long time

For you guys to not treating Sark like a real candidate or long shot, I'd be more cautious.

Been a season ticket holder for over 3 decades in the same 6 seats (and I truly love them). Up until this year its been about $7K a year for my 6 seats combining the tickets and the mandatory LHF donation. I received the "time to renew" email and went in and now there are some mandatory minimum donation charges (in addition to the LHF) that total almost an additional $4K making total over $10K. You cannot change (lower these additional extra donations charges/fields as I guess its based on your base Ticket/LHF combination total. That portion IS tax deductible but that does not help me (I never qualify for itemized donation deductions).

Is this a new change everyone else is seeing and having the same experiences? Did they send our a email pre-warning of this this year. That's a HUGE jump and honestly has me rethinking this SEC or no SEC...

Ok bro I am hearing some rumblings inside the building from my birdies that CDC and others are hella uptight about Jay Norvell making his triumphant return to DKR this fall. It is the first contest of the year and a major trap game since Sark and errbody else is looking ahead to Michigan.

Apparently rumor has it that Norvell is still extremely butthurt about how things went down. He thinks that he should have stayed on as OC, and that he earned the title HCIW under Charlie. Instead of firing Charlie and turning to Turtle Tom, he believes there was a handshake deal to make Jay Norvell the head coach if Charlie didn't work out.

While I always hated Norvell from his days at OU and he just seems like a douche, no doubt he can coach. Helped put together some monster offenses at OU, and he has been a genius at Nevada and now CSU. His duel with Deon last season was a coaching battle for the ages--a legendary performance by all measures bro.

Anywho, how do we make sure that Sark is sufficiently scared and motivated to have our hosses ready to play? We simply can't go out there and look like buttmunches after all the hype bro, and it is so dangerous and scary to have a cunning assassin like Norvell just waiting for the chance to PIIHB on the national stage.

Discuss.

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Can you record them?