In his show, “The Hard Count,” college football analyst JD Pickell expressed high expectations for the Texas Longhorns this season. According to Pickell, Texas’ first season in the SEC is crucial for their future perception and success. He emphasized the importance of making a strong first impression and highlighted the challenges that come with transitioning to a new conference.
Outsiders may attribute any shortcomings to the team adjusting to a new conference, but Pickell believes that Texas has one opportunity to prove themselves as they transition to the SEC. He also mentioned that key players have left the team, which will make it challenging to maintain their success from the previous season.
Head coach Steve Sarkisian may not have much to prove this season, but winning a title is still a goal for the team. Pickell believes it may take time to achieve this goal as they adjust to their new surroundings. However, missing out on the College Football Playoff this season could provide critics with an easy way to assess the team’s performance.
Despite these challenges, Pickell believes that Texas has the talent to compete in a 12-team playoff format. The team is looking forward to establishing themselves in their first season in the SEC and setting a strong foundation for their future success. This story was originally featured on Longhorns Wire.
In summary, JD Pickell expects great things from Texas Longhorns this season as they embark on their first year in the SEC. He believes that making a strong first impression is crucial for their future success and highlighted some of the challenges they will face in transitioning to a new conference. Despite these challenges, he believes that they have the talent to compete at a high level and set themselves up for long-term success.
