Sec Media Poll Preview / Texas Longhorns LIVE 112

Episode Notes: Texas Longhorns LIVE #112 – SEC Media Poll Preview Hosts: Matthew Miller & Thomas Bresee (Tommy) Show: TexasVOCFB Length: ~31 minutes Date: Aired shortly before SEC Media Days (July 2026 context) Episode Summary The 112th episode of Texas Longhorns LIVE focuses on two main topics: the surprising potential return of former Texas offensive lineman Cole Hudson and a preview of SEC Media Days + the SEC Media Poll. The hosts discuss roster implications for Texas, broader NCAA eligibility issues, excitement around Media Days, and their predictions for how the media will rank SEC teams. Key Segments & Highlights 1. Cole Hudson Situation (Opening ~15 minutes) Cole Hudson (OL) is in Browns rookie minicamp but is appealing for an extra year of eligibility under the new "five to play five" rule. Hosts view this as a net positive for Texas due to much-needed interior offensive line depth. Hudson brings significant experience (48 games, 23 starts). Depth benefit: Hudson + Dylan Sikorski + Lawrence Seymour provides solid interior options. Consensus: Hudson is unlikely to start immediately. Lawrence Seymour is seen as the better current player and better pass protector. Hudson would likely serve as a high-floor veteran backup/mentor. Discussion on precedent: Not ideal for college football optics, but the rule exists and others have benefited. Likely a one-off rather than a trend. Speculation on who initiated contact and NIL/pay considerations (Texas likely offering more than practice squad). 2. SEC Media Days Preview Texas speaks later in the week (Sark one of the last coaches). Players expected: Arch Manning, Colin Simmons, Trevor Goosby. Biggest anticipated moments: Colin Simmons: Guaranteed to deliver headlines/trash talk. Arch Manning: Tone shift expected as a returning starter; media hype will be intense. Steve Sarkisian: Expected to emphasize Texas’s tough strength of schedule (3rd toughest per FPI) and show confidence. Trevor Goosby: Valuable insight on the rebuilt offensive line (Seymour, Siani, etc.) as a veteran leader. Freshmen class (Jermaine Bishop Jr., Derek Cooper, etc.) expected to get significant buzz. 3. SEC Media Poll Predictions Hosts’ expected media top 5: Georgia, Texas, LSU, Alabama/Ole Miss/A&M mix. Matthew Miller’s predicted media order: Texas, Georgia, LSU, Alabama, Oklahoma. Tommy’s lean: Georgia 1, Texas 2, then Ole Miss/LSU/A&M heavy. Agreement on Georgia/Texas as clear 1-2 (order TBD; hosts lean Georgia until Texas beats them). Debate on 3-7 tier: LSU (high roster talent/hype), Alabama (lingering brand power but some skepticism on Kalen DeBoer), Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Ole Miss. Concerns: Ole Miss coaching changes (Lane Kiffin departure, offensive scheme shift); A&M O-line integration. Bottom of the league: Arkansas predicted last; Vanderbilt second-to-last. High respect for conference depth overall. Notable Quotes / Takeaways On Hudson: “It can only be a good thing… provides a very good floor for this Texas offensive line.” On Seymour vs. Hudson: Lawrence Seymour is the better player right now. On Colin Simmons: “He is going to make headlines… will take a shot at someone.” On Sark: Expected to fire up strength-of-schedule conversation. General vibe: Cautious optimism for Texas entering the season; excitement for fall camp and freshmen impact. Closing Standard calls to like/subscribe + comment predictions for #1 and #16 in the SEC poll. Next episode time change note: Moving to 7 p.m. ET. Overall Tone: Balanced, insightful, and Texas-centric but realistic about Georgia and the gauntlet of the SEC. Strong focus on offensive line depth as a key variable for Texas’s ceiling. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.