Texas Offense is BROKEN Without Explosive Plays | Sarkisian's Challenge
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Rod Babers and Jeff Howe discuss the challenges facing the Texas offense and the need for explosive plays to return to championship form.
Rod Babers and Jeff Howe break down the biggest key to Steve Sarkisian getting the Texas offense back to championship level in 2026: explosive plays. The guys dive into the dramatic drop-off from Texas leading the country in 20-plus-yard plays in 2024 to ranking near the middle of the pack last season, including the stunning lack of big runs from the running back position. The conversation also examines why the run game must become more consistent, how Raleek Brown and Hollywood Smothers can help restore explosiveness, and why Sark may need to bring back more variety through personnel packages like pony, empty, and six offensive linemen. Rod and Jeff explain how trust, offensive line improvement, and better scheme balance could unlock the full version of Sark’s offense this season.
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