The Big 12 Roundtable panelists are divided on whether Texas can secure a College Football Playoff spot, with Daniel Seahorn arguing that the Longhorns’ resume is built on a tough schedule rather than elite performance. While the strength of schedule has earned committee favor, Seahorn notes that the team has not played like a top-10 contender, citing significant concerns regarding the offense’s game-planning and execution. Consequently, he predicts Texas will drop one of their upcoming road games at Missouri or LSU, settling for a .500 record in their final four contests.
Analysts debate if Longhorns’ tough schedule outweighs offensive struggles and recent losses.
Jacob Neidg offers a critical perspective, stating he was surprised by the Longhorns’ high initial ranking given their two “inexcusable” losses. He argues that the selection committee appears to value the ability to beat good teams over actual on-field performance, a dynamic that benefits Texas despite its flaws. Neidg suggests that a 9-3 finish is still a viable path to the postseason, provided the Longhorns secure the right combination of wins and receive some external help from other teams’ results.
Wescott Eberts contextualizes Texas’s position by comparing it to Alabama, which sits at No. 5 with wins over Kentucky, South Carolina, and Mississippi State. Eberts implies that while Texas has impressive victories, the quality of their opponents and the consistency of their play must be weighed against these benchmarks. The debate highlights a pivotal moment for the Longhorns, where defensive resilience and schedule strength must compensate for offensive inconsistencies to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Source: Yahoo Sports
