Longhorns Football News Today

Texas Recruiting Update

Steve Sarkisian's 2024 recruiting class saw a major boost this week with the commitment of five-star quarterback Arch Manning. Manning, the nation's No. 1-ranked recruit, is considered the most coveted prospect since his uncle, Peyton Manning, signed with Tennessee in 1994. The Longhorns are now in the top 10 for several other highly touted recruits, including five-star wide receiver Evan Stewart.

Other Headlines

• Texas is set to host No. 3 Ohio State in a blockbuster matchup on Sept. 2.
• Quarterback Quinn Ewers is expected to start against the Buckeyes.
• The Longhorns are ranked No. 21 in the preseason AP Poll.
• Steve Sarkisian is entering his third season as head coach.

2023 Schedule

Texas has released its 2023 football schedule, which features a challenging slate of opponents. The Longhorns will open the season at home against Rice on Sept. 2 and will host No. 1 Alabama on Sept. 9. Texas will also face Oklahoma on Oct. 7 in Dallas and will play at No. 23 Kansas State on Nov. 4.

Key Matchups

• Sept. 2: Rice
• Sept. 9: Alabama
• Sept. 16: UTEP
• Sept. 23: Texas Tech
• Sept. 30: at West Virginia
• Oct. 7: Oklahoma
• Oct. 14: at Iowa State
• Oct. 21: at Kansas State
• Oct. 28: Oklahoma State
• Nov. 4: at TCU
• Nov. 11: Baylor
• Nov. 18: at Texas A&M

Roster Updates

Texas has added several new players to its roster for the 2023 season, including:

• Arch Manning, QB
• Evan Stewart, WR
• Anthony Hill, DL
• Jaleel Skinner, DL
• AJ Swann, QB

Texas has also lost several key players from last year's team, including:

• Bijan Robinson, RB
• Jaylon Ford, WR
• DeMarvion Overshown, LB
• Keondre Coburn, DL

Expectations for 2023

The Longhorns are hoping to make a run at the Big 12 title in 2023. Texas has not won a conference championship since 2009. The Longhorns will need to improve their defense and find a more consistent running game in order to compete with the top teams in the conference.

Keys to Success

• Improving the defense
• Finding a more consistent running game
• Developing Arch Manning
• Staying healthy

Conclusion

The Longhorns are poised for a big season in 2023. With Arch Manning leading the offense and a talented defense, Texas has the potential to compete for a Big 12 title. The Longhorns will need to stay healthy and avoid injuries in order to reach their full potential.