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WTH?! (What the Heck?) moments are attempts to find the memorable and the off-beat perspective on Longhorns sports. Here are some interesting moments from the Texas’ game against the Rice Owls.

Sam Acho sacks the Rice QB causing a fumble.

Pregame (15:00) WTH Sherman Williams?! Did your paint truck have an accident on ESPN sideline reporter Jeannine Edwards shirt? Wow…I have no fashion sense but that outfit was almost as loud as the announced attendance of 70,445 at Reliant Stadium.

1st Quarter (6:56) WTH Jones?! I can understand avoiding the dangerous kick returners that we have on the team. But watch out for our secret weapon DE returner Eddie Jones who led all Texas kickoff returners with 41 total yards.

2nd Quarter (14:48) WTH Duran RD 1?! Looks like the Hands of Stone hit the UT secondary. Cornerback Chykie Brown dropped a sure interception for a touchdown when the ball was thrown right at him. Can we say that the SI Jinx has now been applied?

2nd Quarter (7:56) WTH Cowboy?! Kenny Vaccaro was furious on consecutive plays when he lit up Rice running back Tyler Smith. How many star tattoos do you have on your arms? Special shout out to Keenan Robinson who with the help of defensive end Sam Acho turned the tables on Rice with a sack and return for a touchdown.

2nd Quarter (:04) WTH Replay Booth?! What is up with that extraordinary blooper pass completion to Rice WR Randy Kitchens that resulted in one of the two touchdowns that Rice would score? Come on CUSA officials, you could not tell me that his legs were touching before he even tried to extend the ball. Did the ball even cross the goal line? Even the television shot of Rice Coach David Bailiff showed he was surprised by the outcome.

Halftime WTH MOB?! Lost another halftime show. Prediction sure to come true that we will lose the last game of the year too! It was great to see the “oldies” volunteering to march with the band to fill out the roster.

3rd Quarter (8:55) WTH Duran RD 2?! UT cornerback Aaron Williams dropped a sure touchdown as the secondary brought their stone hands to the game. Thank goodness he did not muff a punt return…oh wait.

3rd Quarter (3:42) WTH Newton?! It is amazing how a shifty running back who finds creases makes the offensive line blocking look so much better. RB Tre Newton clearly has established himself as the lead back with his third touchdown. With Newton, Fozzy Whittaker and Cody Johnson the team ran for just under 200 yards. It was good to be stubborn against the Feisty Night Birds but when the real season starts lets mix up the play calling to help open up the run.

4th Quarter (3:40) WTH Duran RD 3?! Aaron Williams will be an all conference player at the end of the season for his defense, but he will not win many special team awards if his decision making ability does not improve. His muff punt return allowed the Owls to tack on another touchdown to make the score look better.

Next up for the Longhorn’s are the Cowboys from Wyoming at 6pm on Sept. 11th.

Thanks for following my WTH articles throughout the season. I appreciate the opportunity to rant about the greatest University sports program in the country. You can continue to follow comments on all of UT sports on twitter at 40 Acres Sports or follow me at Horns1991. HOOK EM!!

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Will Chris Hall and the Texas offensive line be celebrating against Alabama? (Image: Statesman)

A resolution in this article will be “a formal expression or opinion made” to win a football game. The Texas Longhorns will be playing for a national championship against Alabama on January 7th at the Rose Bowl. I have four resolutions that the Longhorns should follow in order to win this game. We are not going to make the obvious statements that the winner will be the one that can hold on to the ball, establish the running game, control the line of scrimmage, TOP, or have the ball last. Here they are:

1. To Be First

The Longhorn’s offense all season is based on tempo. The Longhorns need to rack up first downs in this game. If you remember the Fiesta Bowl last year the offense needed a full half to get going. You will notice that [tag]Colt McCoy[/tag] and [tag]Greg Davis[/tag] like to run the hurry up offense after a made first down. The Bama defense will need to pick it up and mismatches play a huge role in Texas moving the ball. The Longhorns for this entire season had 114 more first downs over their opponents.

2. To Add Wrinkles

No… we are not hoping the Longhorns age us during this game. Greg Davis needs to add some different play combinations to keep the Alabama defense guessing. We know that conventional running will not work. Greg introduced the double cross receiver run during the OU game and the shovel pass against UCF. Auburn pulled out a few rabbits to start the game against Bama. I am not suggesting trick plays but a change of pace to keep them guessing. Please Greg install the wheel route to [tag]Tre Newton[/tag] at the right time which would be fun to see. [tag]Chris Hall[/tag] and teammates please give Colt just a little time to execute a few of these plays.

3. To Have a Big Middle

The middle that I am referring to is [tag]Roddrick Muckelroy[/tag] and [tag]Lamarr Houston[/tag]. These two men need to step up big time to make Alabama one dimensional. The two closes games (biggest I would argue) of the season where we saw the Sooners rush for -16 yards and the Huskers run for 67 yards. Alabama will want to impose their will with Mark Ingram and Trent Richardson running the ball. The “Goonies” (nicknamed by Lamarr) need to have the defensive effort that we all talk about when we speak of the 2006 National Championship game.

4. To Not Be Offensive

We need to get back to the non-offensive touchdown results that we had for most of the season. The timeliness of the 2 non-offensive TD’s that we had versus Oklahoma State would suffice (I can wish?!). We need the special teams to come up with a game changing punt return, punt block or kick return to electrify the crowd. The defense stepping up with an interception or fumble return for a touchdown can make the other team question their offensive decisions which affect play calling and team confidence. We do not have to win the turnover battle – just do something with it!

It wasn’t the game most Texas fans expected, but the wild, close game against Texas A&M might end up being a blessing for the Horns and [tag]Colt McCoy[/tag]. The coaches have plenty of tape to motivate the offense and the defense all week and McCoy put on a Heisman highlight reel for the entire country. Check out highlights from the game below:

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6:58	Brian:  Just a few minutes before opening kickoff of Texas vs Kansas. Saturday November 21, 2009 6:58 Brian

7:00	jacksonj:  TEXAS!!! #ut #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:00 jacksonj

7:00	40acressports:  RT @mikefinger: James Brown, who just got a big hand for being inducted into #UT hall of honor, looks like he could still beat Neb by 3 TDs. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:00 40acressports

7:01	suzhalliburton:  This is not a late-arroiving crowd tonight. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 7:01 suzhalliburton

7:02	LilLadyLonghorn:  FIGHT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:02 LilLadyLonghorn

7:03	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  we need some pics from the game ya’ll (on twitter). Show us the excitement… Saturday November 21, 2009 7:03 bobcathorn

7:03	Brian:  Really disappointed I couldn’t make it to the game today. Special group of seniors playing their last game at home for the burnt orange. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:03 Brian

7:04	Brian:  Glad to hear the crowd is there early and loud for to see the seniors off in style. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:04 Brian

7:07	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  Missing the game, but not the parking… Saturday November 21, 2009 7:07 bobcathorn

7:07	Brian:  Anyone think Charlie Weis makes it through the year? What about the week? Saturday November 21, 2009 7:07 Brian

7:08	suzhalliburton:  As expected, colt mccoy got a huge ovation, followed by jordan shipley. Chris hall bit his lip to keep from tearing. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 7:08 suzhalliburton

7:08	stevehabel:  Senior night intros are done — we’ll miss those guys, they gave their hearts to the Horns…how great would it be to see them go out on top Saturday November 21, 2009 7:08 stevehabel

7:10	40acressports:  Okay, senior festivities are over and team is on the field. Sentimentality can wait until the 4th quarter. Go Horns! #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:10 40acressports

7:14	Brian:  Game is underway. Good kickoff coverage and KU will start around 20 yard line. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:14 Brian

7:14	insidetexas:  Ready for kickoff here at DKR. Fans pumped for last home game of the year. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 7:14 insidetexas

7:15	40acressports:  Best WR screen coverage by Horns ever? Earl Thomas tackles KU WR behind LOS for the loss. #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:15 40acressports

7:16	40acressports:  Fantastic to see CB Aaron Williams back on the field for the Horns. #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:16 40acressports

7:18	40acressports:  Horns always start the game with a mediocre drive on defense before Muschamp adjusts. KU on the other side of the 50. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 7:18 40acressports

7:20	insidetexas:  Kansas coming out in the option and having some success moving the football. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 7:20 insidetexas

7:21	stevehabel:  Kindle lays the wood to KU’s Opurum and knocks him out of the game…so much for that ABC key to the game. UT looking for a big stop here Saturday November 21, 2009 7:21 stevehabel

7:23	Brian:  Earl Thomas almost with big pick but can’t hold onto his first contact and then tip in the air lands near him but he doesn’t find it. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:23 Brian

7:23	Brian:  Kansas going for it on 4th down and 4 has to use first timeout of the game. Huge play for Kansas right here if they want any shot. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:23 Brian

7:23	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  Earl Thomas – if you ever need a loan, ride to the airport, borrow a book, hit me up. Dude is MONEY! Saturday November 21, 2009 7:23 bobcathorn

7:26	atrubow:  It was nice to see Jordan Shipley honored at senior night for the 37th straight year. #ut #horns Saturday November 21, 2009 7:26 atrubow

7:27	insidetexas:  Texas stops Kansas on fourth down at the UT 42 to take over on offense. Momentum now in Texas’ hands. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 7:27 insidetexas

7:27	40acressports:  Big 4th down for Kansas is denied as #UT gets tons of pressure on QB Reesing. Turnover in downs. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:27 40acressports

7:27	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  Reesing was “hearing the footsteps” on that one Saturday November 21, 2009 7:27 bobcathorn

7:28	Brian:  @bobcathorn: I think Reesing was FEELING footsteps. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:28 Brian

7:29	Brian:  3 and out by the offense, bad punt coverage and Kansas is right back at midfield. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:29 Brian

7:29	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  OOOOO! Spanish lessons 😉 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:29 bobcathorn

7:30	Brian:  @Bobcathorn: Haha. More unrelated #40 tweets tonight than any previous game. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:30 Brian

7:30	livestrongcb:  Love it when a surprise party works! Happy #40 to my great friend Ryan…. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:30 livestrongcb

7:30	insidetexas:  Well, so much for that. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:30 insidetexas

7:32	40acressports:  Chykie Brown with huge sack on 3rd and long. Sergio Kindle holds OT and Chykie came untouched. #UT football. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:32 40acressports

7:32	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  I kinda like it – random #40 postings… Saturday November 21, 2009 7:32 bobcathorn

7:33	suzhalliburton:  Sergio kindle just hugged chykie brown in case chykie wantes to celebrate his sack. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 7:33 suzhalliburton

7:34	suzhalliburton:  Clark ford got a piece of punt. He’s a former walkon celebrating his senior day. Memorable play for him. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 7:34 suzhalliburton

7:34	stevehabel:  KU may have had their best drive of the game…much like what we saw last week against Baylor. Expect a UT score on this drive, with Johnson Saturday November 21, 2009 7:34 stevehabel

7:36	40acressports:  Marquise Goodwin on the loose! Takes the WR screen 34 yards on opening play of series. Nice block by Shipley and the OL on the play. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 7:36 40acressports

7:37	atrubow:  Is Cody Johnson the #ut version of Jorvorskie Lane? #horns Saturday November 21, 2009 7:37 atrubow

7:38	insidetexas:  41-yard TD from McCoy to Kirkendoll, 7-0 Horns. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 7:38 insidetexas

7:38	40acressports:  Touchdown James Kirkendoll! #UT offensive line gives Colt plenty of time for stop and go and hits Kirk in stride for the 41 yd score! Saturday November 21, 2009 7:38 40acressports

7:38	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  #UT makes it look so easy…and I know it’s not…wow. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:38 bobcathorn

7:38	Brian:  Texas 7, Kansas 0 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:38 Brian

7:39	atrubow:  Is that Kirkendoll’s best play of the year. It was a nice route. I say yes. #ut #horns Saturday November 21, 2009 7:39 atrubow

7:39	stevehabel:  Easy as pie — Shipley draws double coverage in the slot and fres up Kirkendoll down the sideline for 41-yrd TD pass. 7-0 UT Saturday November 21, 2009 7:39 stevehabel

7:39	Brian:  This is Kirkendoll’s first start since the OU game. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:39 Brian

7:41	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  You got it stevehabel. Nice call. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:41 bobcathorn

7:42	Brian:  Earl Thomas with great open field tackle ends the Kansas drive. Came over and knocked KU WR out of bounds short after screen play. Great effort and tackle Saturday November 21, 2009 7:42 Brian

7:43	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  theonlychloe – pretty cute 😉 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:43 bobcathorn

7:43	Brian:  @bobcathorn: Seriously there was like 1 per game previous weeks. There’s already been 10 tonight. Next time I’ll leave any comments from attractive women instead of deleting them. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:43 Brian

7:44	stevehabel:  UT defense holds on great play by Thomas to cut down Meier before he gets to the marker. Look for another UT score here. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:44 stevehabel

7:45	40acressports:  If you’re going to name your child after a Texas city, don’t make it Lubbock. Even Amarillo would be better. #UT #40 #KU Saturday November 21, 2009 7:45 40acressports

7:46	40acressports:  Texas taking shots at Kansas defense. ABC announcers talking about #UT going deep, I think we’ve done it more already than most games. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:46 40acressports

7:46	tehkathryn:  RT @40acressports: If you’re going to name your child after a Texas city, don’t make it Lubbock. Even Amarillo would be better. #UT #40 #KU Saturday November 21, 2009 7:46 tehkathryn

7:47	Brian:  Not a great pass right there by Colt but luckily it was attempted in Jordan Shipley’s direction. First down for the Horns. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:47 Brian

7:48	bobcathorn:  I agree with @40acressports – deep early and often… Saturday November 21, 2009 7:48 bobcathorn

7:49	insidetexas:  You know what would be nice? Blocking. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:49 insidetexas

7:49	[Comment From bobcathornbobcathorn: ]  lol – Thanks Brian 😉 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:49 bobcathorn

7:50	40acressports:  Not a good play by Colt on the fumble. Knew the pressure was there, has to get rid of the ball earlier. Just throw it away. #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:50 40acressports

7:51	atrubow:  Nice to see #ut going deep and stretching the field. As for the running game … well, it’s not Baylor out there. #horns Saturday November 21, 2009 7:51 atrubow

7:51	stevehabel:  McCoy not as fast as he thought as he get’s caught from behind and fumbles. UT defense wheting its appetite. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:51 stevehabel

7:52	Brian:  Curtis Brown and Sergio put a double hurt on KU WR. Curtis hit him low than Serg got a piee while he was inthe air. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:52 Brian

7:53	[Comment From AnthonyAnthony: ]  LAMARR!!!! Saturday November 21, 2009 7:53 Anthony

7:54	Brian:  Lamarr Houston ends the first quarter with a long sack to set up a 3rd and very long for Kansas. Saturday November 21, 2009 7:54 Brian

7:54	stevehabel:  I am convinced M. Houston will be a long-time pro…he has a great motor and shows explosiveness and speed for a 300-lb’ er. Just got a sack Saturday November 21, 2009 7:54 stevehabel

7:54	Brian:  End of 1st quarter: Texas 7, Kansas 0 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:54 Brian

7:56	Brian:  Chykie Brown beat deep easily on a 3rd and 18 pass?? Saturday November 21, 2009 7:56 Brian

7:59	Brian:  Kansas field goal is good. Texas 7, Kansas 3 Saturday November 21, 2009 7:59 Brian

8:00	insidetexas:  Kansas gets a field goal off the Colt fumble. 7-3 #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:00 insidetexas

8:01	stevehabel:  Kansas’ big 3rd down pass to Briscoe sets up 27 yrd FG to cut the UT lead to 7-3. Will UT try to establish run game now? Saturday November 21, 2009 8:01 stevehabel

8:03	suzhalliburton:  Senior day forgettables. Mccoy, shipley both have fumbled #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:03 suzhalliburton

8:04	bobcatbaseball:  RT @JimBobBreazeale: I think even Mangino’s sperm is obese. – lol, I should stop. #ut #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:04 bobcatbaseball

8:05	40acressports:  Texas offense has good yardage but is still looking for some consistency tonight. No run game at all. #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:05 40acressports

8:06	40acressports:  McCoy!! Shipley!!! Touchdown Horns!! #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 8:06 40acressports

8:07	insidetexas:  Shipley breaks free for a touchdown on the roll out from McCoy. 14-3 #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:07 insidetexas

8:07	suzhalliburton:  Shipley just tied school record for most touchdowns for a receiver. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:07 suzhalliburton

8:07	Brian:  What a play. Good play call. Good throw by McCoy, good catch by Shipley, and good block by Malcolm Williams. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:07 Brian

8:07	Brian:  Texas 14, Kansas 3 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:07 Brian

8:08	40acressports:  RT @suzhalliburton: Shipley just tied school record for most touchdowns for a receiver. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:08 40acressports

8:09	stevehabel:  McCoy to Shipley for TD on great crossing pattern. Block downfield by M. Williams springs #8 for the score. 14-3 and the rout is on. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:09 stevehabel

8:09	stevehabel:  Biggest crowd in UT history tonight as 101,357 enjoy the final home game of 2009. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:09 stevehabel

8:09	40acressports:  Anyone notice that one week after determining Cody Johnson was the answer at RB, that Tre Newton is playing a ton tonight for #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 8:09 40acressports

8:10	Brian:  That might have been worst kickoff coverage of the season so far for the Horns. Is the team getting complacent with early lead? Lots of missed tackles there. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:10 Brian

8:11	suzhalliburton:  Doisregard tweet about shipley. Bad info Saturday November 21, 2009 8:11 suzhalliburton

8:13	[Comment From AnthonyAnthony: ]  Man I love Earl Thomas. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:13 Anthony

8:14	40acressports:  RT @stevehabel: Biggest crowd in UT history tonight as 101,357 enjoy the final home game of 2009. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:14 40acressports

8:15	bobcathorn:  I love everyone that loves earl thomas – thorpe, please. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:15 bobcathorn

8:15	40acressports:  Way too many missed tackles by #UT tonight. Muschamp is going to crush someone if it doesn’t improve. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:15 40acressports

8:16	bobcathorn:  The stadium looks very regal on tv. Like it’s sparkling. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:16 bobcathorn

8:20	Brian:  Another 1st and goal thwarted by Texas defense. Kansas again settles for a field goal. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:20 Brian

8:20	Brian:  Texas 14, Kansas 6 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:20 Brian

8:21	insidetexas:  Kansas moves down the field but is once again held to a field goal. 14-6 #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:21 insidetexas

8:22	bobcathorn:  This is big time college football. Nice to see. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:22 bobcathorn

8:22	suzhalliburton:  Official attendance is 101.357. Biggest crowd in school history #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:22 suzhalliburton

8:22	stevehabel:  Can’t beat Texas with FGs, but KU draws closer with 26-yrd kick. Muschamp is getting a little upset over there cause of missed tackles Saturday November 21, 2009 8:22 stevehabel

8:22	insidetexas:  Failed onside attempt by Jayhawks gives UT the ball in KU territory. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:22 insidetexas

8:23	farrier03:  Now PLEASE put #40 in!!!! Saturday November 21, 2009 8:23 farrier03

8:23	40acressports:  Nice to see Marquise Goodwin back for the kickoff return instead of Shipley. Doesn’t get chance for return as KU muffs onside kick. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 8:23 40acressports

8:24	bobcathorn:  @stevehabel – on the money, missed tackles are rampant. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:24 bobcathorn

8:24	Brian:  Texas 17, Kansas 6 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:24 Brian

8:24	insidetexas:  Horns get a field goal of their own. #UT up 17-6 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:24 insidetexas

8:24	suzhalliburton:  Lawrence hits 49-yarder on his senior day. Texas is up 17_6. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:24 suzhalliburton

8:25	stevehabel:  KU’s ill-advised onside kick leas to a personal-best 49-yrd FG by Lawrence and a 17-6 UT lead. Let’s see what Muschamp had to say to the D. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:25 stevehabel

8:27	bobcathorn:  “Who invented the “hook-em” horns sign?” Trivia question of the week – on TV telecast Saturday November 21, 2009 8:27 bobcathorn

8:27	Brian:  Much better kickoff coverage that time. This series KU will have to go 80+ yards. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:27 Brian

8:27	suzhalliburton:  Lawrence’s 49 yarder was a career long field goal. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:27 suzhalliburton

8:28	bobcathorn:  Wife digging the announcers – likes the #UT headbutt. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:28 bobcathorn

8:29	40acressports:  Blake Gideon is playing with some attitude tonight. Huge hit on crossing route and then he even enjoyed it for a minute. #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:29 40acressports

8:31	LilLadyLonghorn:  Come on Texas….. Florida beat FIU 62 – 3 and Bama beat Chatt 45 -0…granted those were glorified scrimmages… but come on guys. #ut #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:31 LilLadyLonghorn

8:31	bobcathorn:  Guess who? Earl Thomas… Saturday November 21, 2009 8:31 bobcathorn

8:32	stevehabel:  Seems like the UT D learned a lot as KU gets nothing on next series in the face of UT rush and good secondary coverage Saturday November 21, 2009 8:32 stevehabel

8:32	40acressports:  Almost all the snaps are going to Tre Newton tonight. Barrett Matthews in at tight end for Texas too. #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:32 40acressports

8:34	LilLadyLonghorn:  Ship’s got some serious “guns”….. damn….. can we say biceps? #40 #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:34 LilLadyLonghorn

8:35	insidetexas:  Touchdown Texas! Horns take control on Cody Johnson one-yard plunge. 24-6 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:35 insidetexas

8:36	40acressports:  Cody Johnson back in his usual role as short yardage back? Touchdown Texas on beautiful drive. #UT takes 24-6 lead. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:36 40acressports

8:37	bobcathorn:  Really feels like 2005 all over again, but this time our dude get’s the Heisman. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:37 bobcathorn

8:37	suzhalliburton:  Johnson scores from 1-yard out. That’s his 12th touchdown of year. #ut 24-6. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:37 suzhalliburton

8:37	stevehabel:  Texas shows some more versatility with 59-yard drive. UT now has all of 19 yards rushing in the first half, the final 1 by Johnson on a TD Saturday November 21, 2009 8:37 stevehabel

8:38	40acressports:  ABC announcers think #UT fans should think its awesome that refs got call correct AGAINST the Horns? Really? Saturday November 21, 2009 8:38 40acressports

8:38	40acressports:  Love it. Going for the kill. Texas calling timeouts with 1 minute left and KU in 2nd and long. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 8:38 40acressports

8:39	bobcathorn:  My wife just said same damn thing – lol @LilLadyLonghorn: Ship’s got some serious “guns”….. damn….. can we say biceps? #40 #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:39 bobcathorn

8:40	bobcathorn:  side block? Is that like side boob? Saturday November 21, 2009 8:40 bobcathorn

8:40	Brian:  @bobcathorn: Hope you’re right about the Heisman. Its going to be a close one. McCoy, Gerhart, Ingram, Spiller, and even Suh are all deserving. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:40 Brian

8:41	Brian:  And no, side blocks are nowhere near as awesome as side boob. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:41 Brian

8:41	[Comment From AnthonyAnthony: ]  Minute left, 1 timeout, plenty of time for Colt Saturday November 21, 2009 8:41 Anthony

8:43	bobcathorn:  ok to kick Saturday November 21, 2009 8:43 bobcathorn

8:46	40acressports:  Really hate that clock runs after defensive penalty. Why is offense punished for defensive mistake? #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:46 40acressports

8:47	Brian:  Another long field goal for Hunter Lawrence with just few seconds left in first half. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:47 Brian

8:47	insidetexas:  Hunter Lawrence sends in another field goal to put Texas up 27-6. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:47 insidetexas

8:47	Brian:  Texas 27, Kansas 6 Saturday November 21, 2009 8:47 Brian

8:48	stevehabel:  Penalty actually helps KU as Texas has to burn a TO rather than spike the ball and have more time on the clock. UT adds 47 FG, 27-6 lead Saturday November 21, 2009 8:48 stevehabel

8:48	Brian:  Half time. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:48 Brian

8:49	suzhalliburton:  Lawrence adds a 47_yarder with 7 seconds remaining for a 27-6 lead. Hunter has had his 2 longest FG of his career in this quarter. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 8:49 suzhalliburton

8:58	stevehabel:  Texas has almost double the yardage of KU at the half, 268-136, even though KU ran 8 more plays than Texas. Most of it on passing. Saturday November 21, 2009 8:58 stevehabel

9:01	stevehabel:  McCoy is 18-of-22 in the first half, Reesing is 15-26. McCoy has the only turnover on a fumble. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:01 stevehabel

9:08	flowdreams:  ????????????????????#40?????????????… Saturday November 21, 2009 9:08 flowdreams

9:08	bobcathorn:  oh holy crap – ? Saturday November 21, 2009 9:08 bobcathorn

9:09	bobcathorn:  lol #40 best yet Saturday November 21, 2009 9:09 bobcathorn

9:15	djbadboy21:  Et le but des Red Wings…compte par le #40… Henrik Zetterberg! 🙂 Go Wings Go! #fb Saturday November 21, 2009 9:15 djbadboy21

9:17	Brian:  I think flowdreams is big Texas fan. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:17 Brian

9:17	suzhalliburton:  I ask you, can Tim Tebow punt? (big wink) Colt McCoy is displaying all his skills tonight. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:17 suzhalliburton

9:18	bobcathorn:  what about djhomeslice Saturday November 21, 2009 9:18 bobcathorn

9:19	suzhalliburton:  Shipley needs another 15 yards to break school, single-season record for yardage. He’s now second behind Roy Williams. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:19 suzhalliburton

9:19	Brian:  DJ is clearly a Sooner. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:19 Brian

9:19	bobcathorn:  lmao Saturday November 21, 2009 9:19 bobcathorn

9:21	[Comment From Billy BobBilly Bob: ]  Flowdreams translation: Colt McCoy will punt to cap his Senior Day triumph. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:21 Billy Bob

9:21	40acressports:  Texas defense struggling for the first time in a long time tonight. Missed tackles, no pressure from front 4. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 9:21 40acressports

9:22	suzhalliburton:  Sharp scores a 2-yard touchdown. That’s the fourth rushing TD allowed by #ut defense this season, but second game in row. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:22 suzhalliburton

9:24	atrubow:  This score is good for McCoy. Keep him in. Keep him throwing. #ut #hookem Saturday November 21, 2009 9:24 atrubow

9:25	Brian:  Texas 27, Kansas 13 Saturday November 21, 2009 9:25 Brian

9:26	bobcatbaseball:  @kbohls Kansas not rolling over for #ut. Is this a vote for Mangino? #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 9:26 bobcatbaseball

9:27	40acressports:  So much for that Kansas momentum. Colt McCoy play action, deep post to Malcolm Williams for a 68 yard touchdown. All very nonchalant. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 9:27 40acressports

9:28	Brian:  Texas 34, Kansas 13 Saturday November 21, 2009 9:28 Brian

9:28	Brian:  It’s almost like ABC barely noticed that touchdown. No excitement at al lfrom announcers Saturday November 21, 2009 9:28 Brian

9:28	insidetexas:  We’ve still got a football game on our hands here, folks….oh, wait, Malcolm Williams just scored. Never mind. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:28 insidetexas

9:28	suzhalliburton:  That was a quick answer to the KU score. McCoy hits Williams for a 68-yard touchdown. Texas is up 34-13. McCoy now has 318 for game. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:28 suzhalliburton

9:29	stevehabel:  It’s just that easy…UT can do what ever it wants whenever it wants…they are just that good — 68 yrds to M. Williams makes it 34-13 Saturday November 21, 2009 9:29 stevehabel

9:33	40acressports:  Just slight threat of Tre Newton and a running game froze the safety and opened up that 68 yard touchdown pass. #UT #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 9:33 40acressports

9:33	Brian:  Curtis Brown really struggling tonight. Ofcourse, so is most fo the defense. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:33 Brian

9:33	bobcathorn:  Curious playcalling Saturday November 21, 2009 9:33 bobcathorn

9:34	Brian:  After doing whatever they wanted to throwing, KU playcalling got cute. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:34 Brian

9:35	Brian:  No choice but to kick field goal there since its 4th and 21. Anything shorter needed for conversion and I assume Kansas goes for it. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:35 Brian

9:36	Brian:  Field goal wide left, Texas will have good field position. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:36 Brian

9:37	bobcathorn:  Crowd noticeably quiet on teevee Saturday November 21, 2009 9:37 bobcathorn

9:37	stevehabel:  Great pass and run by KU goes for naught as Ut defense bows its neck and forces 50-yrd FG attempt that’s wide left. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:37 stevehabel

9:38	[Comment From DerekDerek: ]  Let’s get Colt another 100 yards and a TD or 2. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:38 Derek

9:38	bobcathorn:  oh yeha, bail out… Saturday November 21, 2009 9:38 bobcathorn

9:39	Brian:  Should have been a facemask on the other end too. Ouch. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:39 Brian

9:39	Brian:  Offensive line is getting Colt killed tonight. Had lots of time that last play though. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:39 Brian

9:40	bobcathorn:  oh hell yeah, new top #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 9:40 bobcathorn

9:40	bobcathorn:  lol Saturday November 21, 2009 9:40 bobcathorn

9:41	suzhalliburton:  McCoy is giving Longhorn fans a show for his last game at Memorial Stadium. I haven’t seen him run this tough in awhile. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:41 suzhalliburton

9:41	40acressports:  Gritches? #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 9:41 40acressports

9:43	Brian:  Good 3rd down conversion on blitz to James Kirkendoll. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:43 Brian

9:46	40acressports:  ABC announcers talking like #UT stunk it up 3rd quarter. The Horns had about 130 yards on 3 series in quarter, and drive is still going. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:46 40acressports

9:48	Brian:  End of 3rd quarter: Texas 34, Kansas 12 Saturday November 21, 2009 9:48 Brian

9:48	bobcathorn:  DYK: Arizona, never been to a rose bowl. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:48 bobcathorn

9:50	stevehabel:  Texas stalls after moving to the KU 18…three no-gain plays lead to Lawrence’s third FG of the game and a 37-13 Texas advantage. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:50 stevehabel

9:50	stevehabel:  If Ut wins — and it seems that they will — it will play Nebraska in the Big 12 championship game in Arlington Dec. 5. Get your tix now Saturday November 21, 2009 9:50 stevehabel

9:51	40acressports:  Texas A&M defense licking their chops? The same defense that gave up 60+ to KState and 65 last week to a bruised OU offense? #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 9:51 40acressports

9:52	suzhalliburton:  Earl Thomas, with his 7th interception, tied the school, single-season record for picks. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:52 suzhalliburton

9:52	bobcathorn:  Earl – effin – Thomas. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:52 bobcathorn

9:53	40acressports:  Earl Thomas with the interception and Keenan Robinson levels 1 or 2 guys on the return. #UT CB Aaron Williams down injured. No bueno. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:53 40acressports

9:53	Brian:  Really hope this injury to Aaron Williams isn’t a big one. He’s been huge for the Texas defense. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:53 Brian

9:53	suzhalliburton:  Aaron Williams is down. Colt McCoy is out on the field, kneeling beside him. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:53 suzhalliburton

9:54	40acressports:  Williams putting zero weight on right leg as he is helped off the field. S***. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 9:54 40acressports

9:55	insidetexas:  Earl Thomas gets a pick, but Aaron Williams shaken up on the play…now helped off by trainers, favoring right ankle. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:55 insidetexas

9:55	40acressports:  For the most part, I’ve really liked the offensive play calling by Greg Davis tonight. Even more impressive with OLine struggles. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 9:55 40acressports

9:57	normalian:  ??????????? ????????????#40 http://bit.ly/3G9V4q ? Saturday November 21, 2009 9:57 normalian

9:57	insidetexas:  McCoy hits Kirkendoll for another TD #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:57 insidetexas

9:58	40acressports:  #UT beating KU by 30 but ABC doesn’t notice. Busy talking about how poorly they’re playing tonight & what will happen in #BCS if they lose. Saturday November 21, 2009 9:58 40acressports

9:59	suzhalliburton:  Texas fans — think it’s safe to buy tickets to the Big 12 championship game. Longhorns go up 44-13 with 11:43 to play. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 9:59 suzhalliburton

9:59	stevehabel:  McCoy to Kirkendoll adds to TX lead a handful of plays after Thomas INT. A. Williams hurt right knee blocking for Thomas’s INT return… Saturday November 21, 2009 9:59 stevehabel

10:00

Brian:  Nice throw by Colt on out route, and nice job on the catch and then getting into the endzone by James Kirkendoll. Second TD of the game for him. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:00 Brian

10:00

Brian:  Texas 44, Kansas 13 Saturday November 21, 2009 10:00 Brian

10:01

[Comment From DerekDerek: ]  What’s the deal with abc? Why they talkin so much mess about TexaS? Saturday November 21, 2009 10:01 Derek

10:01

stevehabel:  It doesn;t look good…might be the injury that comes back to hurt the Horns as Williams is UT’s second best Defensive back. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:01 stevehabel

10:03

40acressports:  Really awful effort on kickoff tackle attempt by Earl Thomas. Touchdown by Kansas. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 10:03 40acressports

10:03

suzhalliburton:  Briscoe brutalized the #ut kickoff team for a 98-yard return. It’s 44-20. This is the second-most points Longhorns have allowed in 09. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:03 suzhalliburton

10:03

stevehabel:  Briscoe returns kickoff 98 yards to give KU a little something to brag about. That’s a part of the UT game that always need help. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:03 stevehabel

10:04

suzhalliburton:  FYI — Shipley is six yards away from school record for most receiving yards in season. Betting both McCoy and Shipley will be back in. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:04 suzhalliburton

10:06

suzhalliburton:  terrific catch by Shipley for the record. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 10:06 suzhalliburton

10:06

Brian:  Wow great catch by Shipley. That ball barely got in there. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:06 Brian

10:07

40acressports:  This #BCS talk is making me nauseous. I don’t know how ESPNs Brad Edwards sleeps at night profiting on such an unholy career. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 10:07 40acressports

10:10

40acressports:  Texas only up 24 with full quarter to go, so now ABC gritching that Garrett Gilbert should be in there. Really odd slant by ABC tonight. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 10:10 40acressports

10:10

40acressports:  RT @DavidHoustonVO: Shipley sets single-season receiving record, anncrs too busy with BCS babble to notice. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 10:10 40acressports

10:11

40acressports:  Wow. Fantastic job by Tre Newton to tip toe in bounds for the score. #UT now up 51-20. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:11 40acressports

10:11

40acressports:  I’m guessing Colt and Jordan get one more play. Simple WR screen and then the 2 come off field together to ovation. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 10:11 40acressports

10:11

stevehabel:  Newton tiptoes down the sideline for a 19-yard Td that should effectively end McCoy’s career at DKR. McCoy threw for 396 yards tonight. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:11 stevehabel

10:12

Brian:  Texas 51, Kansas 20 Saturday November 21, 2009 10:12 Brian

10:12

stevehabel:  Shipley now has the best receiving season in UT histiry and all that stands between UT and Pasadena is the Ags and Nebraska. Next stop: ARL Saturday November 21, 2009 10:12 stevehabel

10:17

40acressports:  Glad Earl Thomas didn’t take that to the house. Want one more play for McCoy and Shipley. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 10:17 40acressports

10:21

jfoster640:  Thank you for a great 4 years in Austin Colt! #ut #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 10:21 jfoster640

10:21

insidetexas:  Texas puts in starters and then calls timeou to give McCoy his curtain call. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 10:21 insidetexas

10:21

40acressports:  Texas sends seniors out with the offense, calls timeout and brings them off the field together. Chills. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 10:21 40acressports

10:22

miggiesmalls:  “there went the winningest qb in fbs history” #colt #ut #hookem #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 10:22 miggiesmalls

10:22

40acressports:  Walkon senior QB Walker gets a snap. ABC announcers think it’s @sherrodharris Saturday November 21, 2009 10:22 40acressports

10:23

Brian:  Texas runs the ball on 4th and 8 and still gets the first down. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:23 Brian

10:28

jfoster640:  @suzhalliburton What happened to McGhee? Seems like he’s the forgotten man in the backfield. #ut #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 10:28 jfoster640

10:32

suzhalliburton:  On sidelines. John chiles is in street clothes, wearing a boot on his right ankle. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 10:32 suzhalliburton

10:33

suzhalliburton:  Texas is in big 12 title game. It’s official now. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 10:33 suzhalliburton

10:33

40acressports:  Mark Mangino tells Mack Brown to “win it all” #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 10:33 40acressports

10:33

40acressports:  RT @suzhalliburton: On sidelines. John chiles is in street clothes, wearing a boot on his right ankle. #ut Saturday November 21, 2009 10:33 40acressports

10:34

40acressports:  Congrats and thank you to the 2009 senior Texas Longhorns. Been a great run. 3 more to go for a title. #UT Saturday November 21, 2009 10:34 40acressports

10:35

jfoster640:  Final Texas 51 Kansas 20. Bring on those POOOOOOOOR Aggies! #ut #40 Saturday November 21, 2009 10:35 jfoster640

10:36

Brian:  Final score: Texas 51, Kansas 20 Saturday November 21, 2009 10:36 Brian

10:36

suzhalliburton:  Seniors are doing victory lap. Saturday November 21, 2009 10:36 suzhalliburton

10:36

Brian:  Thanks for joining us. Hook ’em! Saturday November 21, 2009 10:36 Brian

10:36

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WTH?! (What the Heck?) moments are attempts to find the memorable and the off-beat perspective on Longhorns sports. Here are some interesting moments from the Texas’ game against the Baylor Bears.

A family tradition: Sam Acho forced the 5th Acho fumble of the season. (Image: MB-TF)

Pregame WTH Floyd Casey?! Our game should be called the Battle of the Brazos (nod to the Red River Rivalry) since the fans were split right down the middle at the 50 yard line with UT fans taking up half the stadium. Should Baylor football still get their cut of the Big XII money pot with their contribution to stadium attendances?

1st Half WTH Fox Sports?! Please talk to the Texas coaches before you broadcast another game. The television truck kept asking for replays or studio updates that caused us to miss many of the Longhorns up tempo offensive plays. Heck, they even missed on (1st Qt. 9:30) Tre’ Newton’s 45 yard touchdown run for a game update. I guess replays are more important than live plays.

1st Quarter (7:38) WTH McCoy?! [tag]Colt McCoy[/tag] please leave the Baylor fans alone. You made a good decision to throw away the football on broken play. But your pass ear holed a young Baylor band girl. I am surprised Colt you even hit a fan with the attendance that was announced (44,372).

1st Quarter (7:34 & 6:46) WTH Novak?! Referee Scott Novak and his crew screwed up on back to back unsportsmanlike penalties for taunting on the Baylor defense. Both calls were horrible since Baylor was trying to stay motivated against the second ranked team in the country down by 21 points. Thanks Scott for legislating out enthusiasm at a college football game.

2nd Quarter (1:28) WTH Chykie?! A great forced fumble by [tag]Sam Acho[/tag] which caused the ball to roll around in the end zone. [tag]Chykie Brown[/tag] had the ball in his hands but could not come up with the touchdown recovery. Oh well, Chykie had a great game by leading the team in tackles with 8 and had a bone jarring sack. WTH Shout Out to [tag]Lamarr Houston[/tag] who had 2 sacks and was constantly in the Baylor backfield.

3rd Quarter WTH Beebe?! Big XII Commissioner Dan Beebe was brought in for filler time in the booth during the 2nd half of the game. Dan thought the current BCS system needed a little tweaking with adding the strength of schedule, but shot down the idea of a playoff or a plus 1 system to determine the championship. Maybe we need to add the conference commissioners with the university presidents who do not get it when nearly everyone wants some sort of playoff.

Next Day WTH Monroe?! I know that we have all done some stupid stuff. I hope that D.J. Monroe’s lack of poor judgment (DWI arrest) does not end a great start to a college career. I’m all for second chances to those who deserve it.

WTH Shout Out?! Thanks to the fans at Bucky’s Big Red Tailgate Company who hosted this Longhorn at the Wisconsin Badger game against Michigan. You guys truly know how to throw a tailgate party and take care of a Texas fan in Madison.

Next up for the Longhorn’s is the final home game of the season against the Jayhawks at 7pm Nov. 21st.

No slow start this week for the Texas Longhorns. [tag]Colt McCoy[/tag] and company took it to the Baylor Bears early and often Saturday afternoon. They ran the ball well, threw the ball with ease, and the defense dominated and had a shutout until late scores against the backups. Check out highlights from the game below:

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One more game to tune up for the Longhorns before Big 12 play gets fully underway. The Longhorns are big favorites, but how to the editors of 40 Acres Sports see the game going?

Brian – Is this the [tag]Tre Newton[/tag] coming out party? In the last non-conference game for the Horns I expect the Texas coaches to try to feature Newton and jumpstart the running game for the rest of the season. [tag]Colt McCoy[/tag] will start slow again but this time Greg Davis will go to hurry up in first quarter so he’ll play three good quarters of football instead of two. Defense comes up big against a UTEP offense that has been struggling against even average early season opponents. Texas 60, UTEP 14

Michael – The 2009 Longhorns have yet to live up to preseason expectations, and there’s little chance of that changing this afternoon against an uncommonly weak UTEP team. However, the offense has a golden opportunity to show that they really are the dominant, well-oiled machine that Texas fans expected them to be. Look for a healthier Colt McCoy to establish his passing dominance, hopefully with more deep shots to Malcolm Williams to take some pressure off of [tag]Jordan Shipley[/tag]. With Tre Newton as the starting back, I’d like to see more running plays inside the box as well to get our offensive line some practice in being aggressive. Defensively, there’s still room for improvement. Look for [tag]Deon Beasley[/tag] to make his return at some point this afternoon, and Muschamp will most likely be working to tighten down the zone defense to eliminate some of the bend in the “bend and not break” scheme. Texas 52, UTEP 10

Ross – This game against UTEP needs to be the breather that all Texas fans have been hoping for. Colt McCoy had 4 TD passes last year against the Miners and we should expect the same this year. The emergence of Tre Newton as the starting running back should open up the middle of the field where opponents/linebackers have not respected the running game. This will be the momentum game that will help the UT players feel good going into the bye week. Texas 45 – UTEP 17

Predictions from Twitterverse

• kslonghorn 55-14 Texas – great showing by Chiles today
• paulwalker 49-14…
• dagr81210 Colt gets it going and for 4 quarters and Texas wins big Utep 7 TEXAS 46! Hook’em Horns!
• willifordj UT 48 UTEP 17. Tre Newton with 148 yds rushing and 2 TDs. Earl Thomas with 1 pick. Okafor with 1.5 sacks.
• Bill_Morrison 48-10 #UT; McCoy to throw for 3 TD’s, run for 1; SergioK w/ 2 sacks;
• marshallboone Texas 55 UTEP 13