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Texas Longhorns face mounting questions as Arch Manning’s fall camp struggles spark fan anxiety just weeks before the clash with Ohio State. Brad Kellner breaks down Steve Sarkisian’s honest assessment of Manning’s progress, pointing to a choppy scrimmage, concerns about offensive timing, and how last season’s early woes still haunt expectations. Can Manning build on his strong end-of-season stretch and lead Texas to a fast start, or will familiar issues resurface on the big stage?
The linebacker room looms as another concern after Ty'Anthony Smith’s exit, prompting creative solutions like shifting Jordon Johnson-Rubell from safety to bolster depth. Kellner explores the impact of these moves, the emergence of Biles, Cryer, and young talent at safety, and evaluates the brutal 2026 schedule. Strategic timing of tough matchups against Tennessee, Oklahoma, LSU, and Texas A&M might give the Longhorns the edge in a season where every break counts.
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