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Jeff Howe, Bobby Burton and Hank South react to the breaking news that Ty’Anthony Smith is no longer with the Texas football program. Smith was the Longhorns’ second-leading returning tackler and an important rotational piece, leaving Texas with significantly less experience behind projected starters Justin Cryer, Rasheem Biles and Brad Spence.

The crew examines whether linebacker has suddenly become the biggest concern on Will Muschamp’s defense and which players must step forward before the season begins. Can freshmen Tyler Atkinson, Rocky Cummings and Kosi Okpala handle expanded roles, or will Steve Sarkisian explore the transfer portal for emergency depth? With the second scrimmage approaching, Texas must quickly find answers in a room that now has virtually no margin for error.

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Jeff Howe and CJ Vogel spotlight three Longhorns who need a strong performance in Texas’ second scrimmage, beginning with freshman linebacker Tyler Atkinson. After flashing in the first scrimmage, can the five-star defender prove it was no fluke and earn the coaching staff’s trust? The guys also examine Dylan Sikorski’s opportunity at left guard and why his pass protection could determine his place in the offensive-line rotation.

The discussion then turns to athletic tight end Nick Townsend, who must make his case for a larger role behind Michael Masunas and force Steve Sarkisian to use more 12 personnel. With the second scrimmage serving as Texas’ dress rehearsal, this could be the final major opportunity for Atkinson, Sikorski and Townsend to change the depth chart before the Longhorns begin preparing for the season opener.

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