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Turn the Page Tuesday: Sarkisian Prepares for Red River Showdown, and Chiefs-Jags Thriller
Longhorn Monday: Longhorns Fall to Florida: Sarkisian Reacts, Red River Rivalry Hype Begins
Today is “Longhorn Monday,” as the Longhorns take a huge, upsetting 29-21 loss to the Florida Gators. Coach Sarkisian gave some input on the loss in his post-game press conference. The rest of the state of Texas had great victories this week in college football and the NFL. The hype week begins for the “Red River Rivalry,” as Texas gets ready for the Oklahoma Sooners. In the NFL, Baker Mayfield is still finding ways to win games, and the Indianapolis Colts are for real. A “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Take!” You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Feel Good Friday: 49ers Edge Rams in OT, Texas vs Florida Preview, MLB Playoffs, Cowboys & High School Football
Today is “Feel Good Friday,” and the guys discuss the “Thursday Night Football” game, in which the San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams 23-20 in overtime. Texas football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian talks about Florida before the big game Saturday in Gainesville. Elimination games last night in Major League Baseball with the “Wild Card Round” concluding, teams moving on to the “Divisional Round.” Texas baseball team plays Lamar at the Disch. We are at Third Base for Texas vs Florida pregame. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, some conversations with Lance Lahnert to talk Texas Tech vs Houston, Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com to talk Cowboys, and KVUE’s Anne-Parker Coleman to talk Texas football and Central Texas High School Football. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Legends or the Locker Room: Thaddeus Bullard (Titus O’Neil) on Florida Gators, WWE Memories & Fatherhood
Today, the guys have on for “The Legends of the Locker Room” former Florida Gator defensive end and author Thaddues Bullard, also known from the WWE as “Titus Oneal.” He and Mark reminisce about their trash-talking days in the WWE, comparing them to their college sports rivalries. He tells us what is missing and prevents the Gators from meeting expectations. He breaks down what Florida needs to do to defeat the Longhorns successfully. He explains how their fans have felt about the team over the last couple of years. He explains why he was so close to Mark over the years. He talks about who’s impacted his life the most, his books, “There is No Such Thing as a Bad Kid” and “Wrestling with Fatherhood,” which explain his past and the importance of fatherhood. He also discusses being on the Bravo reality television show, “Kings of the Court.” You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Predictions Thursday: Texas vs Florida at The Swamp, Cowboys & Texans Outlook, MLB Playoff Picks
Today is "Predictions Thursday," and the guys discuss the Texas Longhorns' upcoming matchup at "The Swamp" against the Florida Gators. The Houston Texans got their first victory. What do they need to do to keep things going? The Dallas Cowboys, coming off a tie, need to make plays defensively to secure a win. Major League Baseball Wild Card games were interesting last night with some clutch hitting. We make our picks against the spread with our college and NFL picks. We then previewed the MLB playoffs and the Rams' game against the 49ers tonight. "The World's Strongest Take!" A conversation with Eric Henry of Horns 24/7 to talk about Texas Football and "Legends of the Locker Room," former Florida Gator football star, author, and WWE wrestler Thaddeus Bullard, also known as Titus O'Neal. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"
Humpday Gameplan Wednesday: Texas vs. Florida Preview, MLB Wild Card Action, Texas Hoops Recruit & Danny Davis Joins the Show
Today, "Humpday Gameplan Wednesday,” the Texas Longhorns get ready to travel to Gainesville, Florida, to play the Florida Gators in "The Swamp." The Major League Baseball Wild Card Round has started, and it's already interesting. The Texas Basketball team gets a highly touted recruit. Some great games this week in college football. The Texas NBA teams are ready to kick off the season with media day. "The World's Strongest Take!" A conversation with Danny Davis of the "Austin American-Statesman" to talk Texas football and Westlake Basketball Head Coach Robert Lucerno to talk about Texas' new recruiting commitment, Bo Ogden. You can hear it all here on "The Morning Kickoff Show!"
Turn the Page Tuesday: Steve Sarkisian on Texas Football, NFL Monday Night Recap, MLB Postseason & Texans’ First Win
Today is “Turn the Page Tuesday,” and Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian talked to the media. Last night, on Monday Night Football, the Broncos defeated the Bengals 28-3, and the Dolphins beat the Jets 27-21, with Tyreek Hill suffering a debilitating injury. Arch Manning is looking forward to SEC play. A couple of Dallas Cowboys players are stepping up. The Houston Texans finally got their first win of the season. Mark is not a fan of Monday Night Football, having multiple games. Major League Baseball starts its postseason. “The World’s Strongest Take!” Also, we have Joe Cook of “Inside Texas” to discuss Texas Longhorn football, and Marc Vandermeer, The Voice of the Houston Texans. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Winners & Losers Monday: College Football Bye Week, Cowboys-Packers Tie, MLB Playoffs, and Mental Health Talk
Today, Winners and Losers Longhorns Monday,” the guys discuss college football this weekend as Texas had a bye week, and the new AP poll rankings are out. In the return of Micah Parsons, the Dallas Cowboys and the Green Bay Sunday Night game ends in a 40-40 tie. The Heisman hopefuls’ favorites have changed; we have different favorites. Major League Baseball Playoffs are on, and both teams from Texas have been eliminated. We are previewing the Monday Night Football games tonight. A “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, September is “Mental Health Month,” so we have a conversation with Todd Gaulding, a friend of Rudi Johnson, to discuss mental health. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Todd Gaulding Close Friend of Rudi Johnson on Mental Health Awareness, Brotherhood, and Life After Sports
September is “Mental Health Month,” so we have Todd Gaulding, a friend of Rudi Johnson, to discuss relationships and brotherhood in forming bonds. We talk about looking for signs of mental health problems, finding signs, and being available to open up. He discussed advising athletes on what’s next after their careers and spoke about the last time he had talked to Rudi. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”
Feels Good Friday: Longhorns Bye Week Moves, Seahawks Win, Cowboys vs Packers, Texas Baseball at Dell Diamond
Today is “Feels Good Friday,” and the Texas Longhorns football team has a bye week, but they’re still making big things happen. The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Arizona Cardinals with a game-winning field goal. The Dallas Cowboys have a big game against the Green Bay Packers with the return of Micah Parsons. The Longhorns’ baseball team plays the Texas Tech Red Raiders at the Dell Diamond this weekend. A special moment with Cal Raleigh’s 60th home run ball with the fans. “The World’s Strongest take!” Conversations with Sean Harderman of Ball Hard Basketball, Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com, and Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”