Steamboat Willie

Watching the circus at LSU really does make you appreciate the stretch we’ve had with Eltife. The Abbott-appointed board hasn’t churned out a single Perry-era Regent clown show, and that’s no small thing. Eltife’s handled this like a pro — world-class chairman, steady rep for UT, and the kind of leadership that keeps us out of the tabloid mess other schools are living in.

Sark’s playing it smart here — keep the offense steady, let Vandy guess, and don’t hand them a free scouting report. Truth is, Arch gives you the off-script juice with his legs, but Caldwell’s résumé shows he can work the system: quick game, screens, and those intermediate throws that Sark loves to dial up. No need to reinvent the wheel, just execute. And honestly, with this defense playing at the level it is, Texas doesn’t need Superman at QB on Saturday. Just someone steady enough to move the chains and protect the ball. Whether it’s Arch or Caldwell, this is still Texas’ game to lose.

Imagine leaving a stable gig to run Oklahoma State’s offense… that’s like trading a steakhouse job (even if it is in Collie Station) for managing a Golden Corral

If contracts were crawfish boils, Woodward served up a cold cornydog with mayo and rasins

Only in Louisiana could a governor stroll into a press conference and drop a live grenade on his state’s flagship football program. Jeff Landry didn’t just criticize Brian Kelly’s contract — he called it “terrible.” Then he went for the encore: announcing that AD Scott Woodward won’t be hiring the next coach, and for good measure tossing in that he’d rather have Donald Trump running the search than Woodward. That’s not just throwing someone under the bus; that’s backing over them twice and revving the engine. Forget the X’s and O’s for a second. The bigger question here is how in the world Woodward keeps his job after being humiliated by the governor on live mic. Athletic directors are supposed to be power brokers, not political punching bags. When the governor of your state says out loud he doesn’t trust you to pick a coach, your credibility just went up in smoke faster than a Mike the Tiger pregame fireworks show. So now LSU has a coach with a “terrible” contract, an AD who’s been neutered by the governor, and a political sideshow that makes the SEC Network look tame. Baton Rouge doesn’t need a coaching search right now — it needs a fire extinguisher.

so funny

So with openings at LSU, Florida, and Penn State, the rumor mill is already churning. Here’s what I’m seeing pop up as early favorites for each spot: LSU Jon Sumrall (Tulane) – feels like the clubhouse leader right now. Joe Brady (Bills OC) – young, flashy, LSU ties, makes some sense. Lane Kiffin – always in the mix when there’s a big SEC job. Florida Lane Kiffin – yep, he’s showing up here too. Eli Drinkwitz (Mizzou) – SEC tested, could be a fit. Jedd Fisch (Washington) – alum, offense-minded, and getting real traction. Penn State Matt Rhule – the favorite, plus ties to PSU. Brian Hartline (Ohio State OC) – recruiting chops, young gun. Will Stein (Oregon OC) – fresh voice, offensive energy. Early days obviously, but that’s the buzz making the rounds. Who do y’all think actually lands where?

50 million buyout

Strong, definitive denial!!!!!

Meyer won, Herman not so much, his results were very marginal.

A year closer to his pension.

Let’s be perfectly frank, Herman was a fraud and really not a great person.

Would love to see Napier brought in as an offensive consultant.

Also, not missing Sideshow Bert.

We are inconsistent and have no identity. We aspire to be a big-time home run hitting offense. But that doesn’t seem possible due to inexperience and an inability to have all the offensive players firing on all cylinders at the same time.

I don’t know if he is the best, but i can’t think of many I would have higher on my list. Last night was mind boggling.

Hopefully “consistently “ good

Texas 27-13

Obviously there is no one correct way to construct a national championship roster. Some programs swear by stacking top-ranked freshman classes, others lean heavily on the transfer portal, and plenty try to swing between the two. What Texas is learning this season is that each path has its strengths — and its pitfalls. Freshman recruits offer long-term upside. They can be developed over multiple seasons into stars who become the backbone of the program. But even five-stars often need time, and the early investment doesn’t always pay off on the field right away. Portal additions, meanwhile, can fill immediate needs and bring experience. They’re the quick-fix solution that can keep a team in contention. The trade-off is short shelf life and roster churn — it’s hard to build identity around players who might only stay a year. The reality is that championships are built on a hybrid model. You need the developmental pipeline of multi-year contributors who know the system, plus targeted transfers who can deliver instant impact. Lean too hard on one side, and you risk either growing pains or instability. Strike the balance, and you’ve got the formula for sustained success.

Man among boys!!!!!!

21-13 Texas

Texas 31-10

Yeah, we’ve got a defense that can hang with anyone, but if the offense can’t move the chains, that defense is going to wear down. The real issue? The offensive line. You can’t hide a shaky OL forever—if protection collapses or the run game stalls, all those skill guys (including Arch) get wasted. That’s where Sark has to step up. Confidence in pressers is fine, but game plans have to protect the weak spots. Quick passes, tempo, RPOs, extra blockers—whatever it takes to buy time until the line develops. The flip side: OLs do come together over time. If Sark schemes smart early, this offense will find its rhythm as the season goes on. The talent at QB, RB, and WR is real—it just needs the foundation to hold up. Bottom line: skepticism is fair right now, but patience is the play. If Sark balances short-term fixes with long-term development, we’ll be fine.

Where Gundy would be a good fit