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ITYT: Desmond Howard talks Longhorns, expectations, Heisman favorites ahead of Texas vs. UGA

Joe Cookby:Joe Cook10/18/24

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Heisman Trophy winner and College GameDay analyst Desmond Howard spoke on the steps of the UT Tower on Friday morning to go over what he thinks are the keys to Texas vs. Georgia, his thoughts on Quinn Ewers, the growth of the program under Steve Sarkisian, and much more.

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Playoff Format Preferences: Desmond Howard reflects on his preference for an 8-team playoff system over the current 12-team setup, which he feels may give too much hope to lower-ranked teams.

Texas’ Strength in the Trenches: Howard discusses how Texas’ success, particularly against Alabama, was due to their dominance in the trenches, showcasing their readiness for SEC competition.

Analyzing Texas’ Secondary: Howard emphasizes that while stats show Texas’ secondary is strong, he remains skeptical until they are tested by top-tier offenses.

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Heisman Candidate Debate: Howard criticizes the trend of placing quarterbacks in the Heisman conversation prematurely and highlights Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty and Colorado’s Travis Hunter as deserving candidates.

Georgia’s Comeback Ability: According to Howard, Georgia is better equipped to make second-half comebacks due to their experience and mental resilience, unlike Texas, whose response in such situations remains uncertain.

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