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Deep Dive: Supercharging the Texas Offense With Spring Portal

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Arch Manning (Will Gallagher/Inside Texas)

What do we need to add to the roster to ensure Arch Manning gets maximized in his first year starting? Paul Wadlington and Ian Boyd explain and go into detail on several other topics.

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Backup Quarterback Strategies: Texas has relied on backup QBs in recent seasons. If Trey Owens is in the mix, expect an offense focused on running and deep shots with minimal decision-making complexity.

Running Game Focus: The team prefers using running backs rather than quarterback-led runs. Owens has shown confidence in throwing but may need a game plan similar to Maalik Murphy’s past performances.

Spring Portal Priorities: The ideal addition to Texas’ offense would be a high-caliber tight end for stability or an outside receiver for explosive play potential.

NIL Influence on Recruiting: High-profile programs, including Texas, must compete in aggressive NIL bidding wars. Oklahoma has reportedly spent significant NIL resources on specific players, limiting their depth.

The Transfer Portal’s Impact: The spring portal window (April 16-25) is expected to be more competitive than previous ones, with national bidding wars for top talent.

Injury Concerns: The recovery of key players, including CJ Baxter, remains uncertain. The timeline for full recovery may extend into the 2026 season.

Playoff and Strategy Adjustments: The expanded College Football Playoff format increases the need for special teams consistency, emphasizing the importance of securing a reliable kicker.

Texas Basketball NIL & Roster Issues: Rodney Terry’s roster-building strategies and NIL funding decisions have been questioned, particularly his prioritization of NBA-style wings over traditional college contributors.

Future of AI in Texas Football: Advanced analytics and scouting could help optimize team strategies, making talent acquisition more precise.

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