3rd & Longhorn
3rd and Longhorn is the premier Texas Longhorn Football show. Join Lifetime Longhorns Derrick Johnson, Alex Okafor, Fozzy Whittaker, Rod Babers, Jeremy Hills, and Nick Shuley from Clark Field Collective as they dive into weekly player interviews, insights, game analysis, and other exclusives. Stay up to date on everything Longhorn Football with a show featuring your favorite Texas legends. Don't miss a single episode—subscribe now to be part of the 3rd & Longhorn community.
Episodes
119 episodes
Jaylon Guilbeau, Texas DB, on His Comeback, DBU Mentality, and Representing Port Arthur
Texas DB Jaylon Guilbeau joins 3rd and Longhorn for a raw and powerful interview. He opens up about his winding path to Texas, battling through an ACL injury, the mental toll of being sidelined, and how he's bounced back stronger than ever. Gui...
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Ryan Wingo on Choosing Texas, SEC Life, Arch Manning & Leading the WR Room | 3rd & Longhorn
Texas Longhorn WR Ryan Wingo joins the show for a candid and fun conversation about his football journey from East St. Louis to Austin, why he didn't like Texas at first, and what changed his mind. He opens up about adjusting to the college gam...
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Ethan Burke, Texas Edge, on Choosing the Longhorns, Texas Toughness & THAT 4th Down Stop vs. A&M
In this episode of 3rd & Longhorn, we're joined by Texas Longhorns defensive end Ethan Burke for an in-depth and entertaining conversation. Ethan talks about his journey from being a top lacrosse recruit to committing to Texas football, wha...
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Jeff “Mad Dog” Madden on Building Champions at Texas | Life Lessons Beyond the Weight Room
Former Texas Strength & Conditioning Coach Jeff “Mad Dog” Madden joins the show to share the story behind his incredible career: from his early days in the field to becoming one of the most respected figures in college athletics. In this in...
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David Ash Tells All: Texas QB Life, Concussions, Comebacks & the Beyoncé Jersey Story
Former Texas Longhorn quarterback David Ash joins 3rd & Longhorn for a raw, hilarious, and powerful interview. From his small-town football beginnings to being thrust into the spotlight at Texas, Ash opens up about the highs and lows of his...
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Steve Sarkisian Talks Texas, 2005 Rose Bowl, Arch Manning, Ohio State, College Gameday, & the SEC
Texas Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian joins the crew on 3rd and Longhorn for an exclusive, wide-ranging interview.Welcome to 3rd & Longhorn, your ultimate destination for all things Texas Longhorn Football! Join us weekly for an...
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Texas Basketball GM: Chris Ogden on Building Longhorn Basketball, Recruiting, Team Culture & GM Life
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Chris Ogden, Texas Men’s Basketball General Manager, as he shares his unique journey from Longhorn player to assistant coach and now GM. Get exclusive insights on building championship teams, the secret...
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Drew Martin, Texas Director of External Affairs, on Game Day Upgrades, SEC move & Longhorn Legacy
Drew Martin, Executive Senior Associate Athletics Director at the University of Texas, delves into the innovative strategies transforming the Longhorns' game-day experience. From the introduction of Big Bertha's Bazaar—a unique shopping destina...
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Legends Return: Rod Wright & Frank Okam Talk Pro Day, Culture Shift, Building the New Houston Texans
Houston Texans Defensive Line Coach Rod Wright and Assistant DL Coach Frank Okam—both former Texas Longhorn standouts—join 3rd and Longhorn live from Texas Pro Day. The duo dives into their journeys to UT, the cultural transformation that led t...
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“Win Anyway. Win Any Way.”: How Jim Schlossnagle is Changing Texas Baseball
Texas Baseball Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle joins 3rd and Longhorn for an in-depth and wide-ranging conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.From his coaching journey through TCU and Texas A&M to why he made the bold jump to the 40 ...
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Texas Basketball Head Coach Sean Miller on Culture, NIL, and Building a Championship Program
New Texas Men’s Basketball Head Coach Sean Miller sits down with 3rd & Longhorn for an exclusive, in-depth interview on his vision for the program, the challenges and opportunities of coaching in the NIL era, and what it will take to bring ...
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Texas Trailblazer: Women's Sports Icon Chris Plonsky on Building the Big 12, NIL & Texas to the SEC
Legendary Texas Athletics leader Chris Plonsky joins us for one of her most powerful interviews yet. From her days playing basketball in Ohio to shaping the future of women’s sports at Texas and beyond, Chris shares a remarkable journey.
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Lucas Motta on Brands, NIL & Texas | Behind the Scenes of Longhorn Sports Properties (Learfield)
The 3rd & Longhorn crew sit down with Lucas Motta, Vice President of Longhorn Sports Properties at LEARFIELD, to dive into the evolving landscape of college sports marketing, NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), and brand partnerships at Texas....
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Texas Baseball All Access: Ruger Riojas, Calvin Schiraldi & Keith Moreland | 3rd & Longhorn Onsite
3rd & Longhorn goes on the road to UFCU Disch-Falk Field for an exclusive inside look at Texas Baseball! We sit down with current Friday night starter Ruger Riojas, College World Series hero Calvin Schiraldi, and Longhorn legend and broadca...
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Texas to the Pro Bowl: Adrian Phillips' Journey & Lessons for the Next Generation of Texas Longhorns
We sit down with Adrian Phillips, Texas Longhorn great and recently retired NFL veteran! Adrian shares stories from his time at Texas, the impact of legendary coach Duane Akina, his journey from going undrafted to becoming a Pro Bowler, and adv...
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Texas Forever: Mack Brown Reflects with His Former Players on His Time at Texas | 3rd & Longhorn
In this episode of 3rd & Longhorn, former Texas Longhorn players sit down with the legendary coach who shaped their careers — Mack Brown, the man behind the 2005 National Championship and one of the most respected figures in college footbal...
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David Gbenda Talks Texas Longhorn Football, NFL Draft Prepration & His Favorite Longhorn Moments
In this exclusive interview, former Texas Longhorn linebacker David Gbenda joins us to reflect on his incredible journey at Texas, share his favorite plays and moments, and give us an inside look at his preparation for the 2025 NFL Draft. Gbend...
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Texas DT Vernon Broughton Sends a Message to NFL Teams After Pro Day DOMINANCE | 3rd & Longhorn
Vernon Broughton came to Texas Pro Day with something to prove—and he delivered. The disruptive defensive tackle joins the 3rd & Longhorn crew right after his workout to talk about his performance, the feedback from scouts, and why he’s one...
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Silas Bolden Runs 4.38 at Texas Pro Day: 'I Just Need One Shot' | 3rd & Longhorn
Silas Bolden showed out at the University of Texas Pro Day with blazing speed (4.38 40-yard dash), a 34" vertical, and a 10'2" broad jump — all while carrying a chip on his shoulder after not receiving a Combine invite. In this exclusive 3rd an...
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Jaydon Blue Talks NFL Meetings, 40 Time Comeback After Injury & Pro Day Performance | 3rd & Longhorn
Texas RB Jaydon Blue joins 3rd and Longhorn during Pro Day to talk about his journey to the NFL. He opens up about the injury that affected his 40-yard dash at the Combine, how recovery helped him improve his time, and what teams are looking fo...
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Andrew Mukuba on NFL Draft Prep, the NFL Combine & His Hardest Hits This Season | 3rd & Longhorn
Texas Longhorns safety Andrew Mukuba joins 3rd & Longhorn to talk about his journey to the 2025 NFL Draft, his preparation for the NFL Combine, and what it takes to make it at the next level. Mukuba also breaks down some of his biggest hits...
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Isaiah Bond on Texas Pro Day, His 2025 NFL Combine Performance & the 4th & 31 Catch | 3rd & Longhorn
In this exclusive 3rd & Longhorn interview from Texas NFL Pro Day, Isaiah Bond breaks down his performance, shares insights on his 2025 NFL Combine results, and reflects on one of the most legendary plays in college football—his iconic 4th ...
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Colt McCoy Reflects on His Time at Texas (Live From the Hook ’Em House at SXSW) | 3rd & Longhorn
Join us for an interview with Texas Longhorns legend Colt McCoy LIVE from the Hook 'Em House at SXSW! Colt reflects on his incredible journey to the Forty Acres, shares unforgettable memories from his time at Texas, and opens up about his exper...
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How Texas Athletics Builds Its Visual Identity: Caten Hyde on Creative, Video & Digital at Texas
Ever wondered how Texas Athletics creates its iconic look and feel? In this episode of 3rd & Longhorn, we sit down with Caten Hyde, Texas' Senior Associate Athletics Director, Creative Development and Video Production, to break down the str...
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Case McCoy on Beating A&M, Stories from his time on the 40 Acres & Life After Texas | 3rd & Longhorn
Former Texas Longhorn quarterback Case McCoy joins 3rd & Longhorn to talk about his legendary win over Texas A&M, share some hilarious untold stories from his time on the 40 Acres, and give an update on what he’s up to now. From the ico...
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