Give Me 20 For Crossfire Q & A

[Darrell McPhaul]

Let it rip.

 

[Bear19]

Except for quarterback,what position group are our coaches most concerned about going forward? I assume offensive line.

 

[Darrell McPhaul]

Thanks Bear!

 

[Lukus Alderman]

What was the mood in Belmont after the draft debacle where no Longhorns were drafted in 500 years (give or take a few)? Is Chatlie Strong using it as a motivational tool or is it being ignored?

 

[Sejjr]

Is Daje Johnson expected to be a part of this team in the fall, or is he in too big of a hole academically? Do you expect Bergeron to return to the fold?

 

[ATX89]

Per the earlier question, what's the status of Estelle, Daje, and Bergeron?  Also, how is Hick's rehab coming along?  Does the staff feel like we'll have enough team speed to spread opposing defenses out this season?

Also, any updates on Gray, Perkins, and Ash?

Lastly, can you provide names or positions where attrition is expected and whether it will be backups or projected starters looking to leave?

 

[KatyHorn]

When will Wittek officially be in the fold?

 

[ATX89]

What are you hearing regarding the DB recruits in town for the State T&F meet this past weekend?  Did Boyd and Sheffield make it over to visit with the staff and if so, what's the word?  Also, whats the scoop on Dionte Thompson from WOS and his opening up of his recruitment?  Any updates on Daylon Mack?

I'm making up for not sending in any Qs the past 2 CrossFires!!

 

[monarch]

greetings darrell,

Q  in lieu of the stunning, shocking, and yet embarrassing draft day debacle, as per the ten longhorns players going undrafted.. just what form of fast and direct strategy, shall coach strong's regime partake, upon their efforts to stem the tied.. as per the other BIG XIII schools trying in earnest to capitalize upon UT's draft day misfortunes.. with regards to prospective recruits?

Q  also, in lieu of the stunning, shocking, and yet embarrassing draft day debacle.. the news of UT's draft day misfortunes, sent shock waves around world.  in fact, everywhere you look.. UT's draft day perils, are now being mentioned to some degree.  just what is the current mood at belmont regarding the aforementioned draft?  what are the bmd's now articulating?  what are the FOB's now articulating?  why is steve patterson, being somewhat hesitant, to issue an official statement of reassurance as per longhorn nation? 

 

[monarch]

welcome aboard to katyhorn!  you are amongst friends.

 

[Bear19]

When will Wittek officially be in the fold?

Not McPhaul but I think I can answer that one. As soon as he officially graduates from USC.

 

[Sirhornsalot]

Ok, repeating something Monarch touched on.

1. Not since 1937 has Texas gone without an NFL draft choice. It was the longest streak. along with Notre Dame, in the nation. How are the BMDs handling that news and the various FOB's you speak with?

2. Is McFarland still with the team and if so, is he in Charlie's doghouse? I ask because I seldom hear his name anymore.

3. Now that we've had some time go by since they arrived, and some of the fruits of their efforts are starting to show - who is the hoss recruiter on this staff so far?

4. How are you enjoying life in Austin again?

FOB - A question for FOB if you can think about it when you speak to this week's FOB . . . Outside of Charlie Strong, who on this staff is impressing them the most?

 

[Hooverhog]

May be a little early for this but, when does practice start for the fall?  Also, when do the new recruits hit campus this summer?

 

[J.B. TexasEx]

When can we expect Steve Patterson to streamline the athletic department?  I expected more change from him than what we've gotten thus far.

Anything new with the proposed basketball arena?

 

[UTPhil2006]

1. Where do you see Q going next year in the draft?

2. With the progression of talks with Augie/Patterson has there been any names rumored/floated?

3. Next Defensive recruit?

4. Know anyone looking to buy a house?