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Just now, Brandywine said:

That was some weird play. I’ve never seen anything like it. 

This. They just allowed OSU not only other sub late but to sub super lackadaisically. 

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9 minutes ago, USNALonghorn said:

We’ve come a long fucking way since 5-7 with a roster full of sandbags. Sark may be a spotty game manager, but he’s an incredible team builder.

Fucking A. 

That was some weird play. I’ve never seen anything like it. 

They did the same thing to BYU last week when they played okie lite.
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This is who Steve Sarkisian is.

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These threads are a great for identifying reactionary pussies and stupid people. Thanks for the bump!

Looks like he is a guy who has only one less conference championship than the second most decorated coach in our history in 3 seasons of being our coach.  

9 minutes ago, HoustonHorn said:

These threads are a great for identifying reactionary pussies and stupid people. Thanks for the bump!

The real bummer is that we didn’t lock the “Fire Sark” thread that was started after TCU to keep for public shaming. 

15 hours ago, Js1 said:

This. They just allowed OSU not only other sub late but to sub super lackadaisically. 

That penalty was fucked up. They replayed the sequence and official had his hand still on the ball with 1 second on the play clock and still directly next to the DT, trying to back away when play clock hits 0. 

On 1/5/2023 at 3:40 PM, DFW Horn said:

You're exaggerating, bc not many on this board were excited about Sark at the time.

I don't know what the real story is with CDC's choice for HC, but I can't understand how anyone is enthusiastic about 13-12. Just sayin'.

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34 minutes ago, texasdago said:

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I'm ecstatic that Sark proved me dead wrong this season. The 'Horns overcame a lot to win the Big 12 title, including his game management at times. But, we're in a great place and should continue to be for a while.

Hook 'Em

16 minutes ago, DFW Horn said:

I'm ecstatic that Sark proved me dead wrong this season. The 'Horns overcame a lot to win the Big 12 title, including his game management at times. But, we're in a great place and should continue to be for a while.

Hook 'Em

Fair enough and I had to pick one post to extend a finger but it is generally for all the doubters.  I was sweating this season.

Not sure I've posted in this thread before, but just watched the playoff selection presser and have some thoughts.

He doesn't just say all the right things, he actually does them, and it shows on the field each Saturday.

One thing that gets overlooked a bit is the fact we have never contended for the Fulmer cup since he's been here, and that's called buy-in from existing players, gently nudging out the borderline guys and good recruiting evals. That's not to say in the future we won't have an individual here or there determined to be a shithead on their downtime, but so far he's beaten not just Charlie and Herman, but also MBTF when it comes to headlines being only about football and no extracurricular activity.

1 minute ago, ousux said:

Not sure I've posted in this thread before, but just watched the playoff selection presser and have some thoughts.

He doesn't just say all the right things, he actually does them, and it shows on the field each Saturday.

One thing that gets overlooked a bit is the fact we have never contended for the Fulmer cup since he's been here, and that's called buy-in from existing players, gently nudging out the borderline guys and good recruiting evals. That's not to say in the future we won't have an individual here or there determined to be a shithead on their downtime, but so far he's beaten not just Charlie and Herman, but also MBTF when it comes to headlines being only about football and no extracurricular activity.

I’d give you pos rep but a month to go, I don’t want bad juju.

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I’d give you pos rep but a month to go, I don’t want bad juju.
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I had serious doubts after his 13-12 start, but it looks like Sark has us on track to wreck shop in the SEC.

Gotta give the man his due. 🤘

1 minute ago, immamac said:

Let’s hold off on sucking each others dicks. He had a good season and will hopefully cap it off in a special way. We need to be in the conversation all year next year then give this guy all the money. 

I’ve been a pretty heavy critic but I’m happy for him and believe he’s the guy.   But agree one more successful year would cement a long term extension. See Sonny dykes

3 minutes ago, immamac said:

Let’s hold off on sucking each others dicks. He had a good season and will hopefully cap it off in a special way. We need to be in the conversation all year next year then give this guy all the money. 

"We"?

Just now, immamac said:

You know what that means. 

Yeah, it means "Longhorns".

5 minutes ago, immamac said:

Let’s hold off on sucking each others dicks

Says the guy who brings along a sex tent on big road games. 

3 minutes ago, jimmyjazz said:

"We"?

I mean I buy tickets, pay tuition for a kid there not to mention various taxes and shit so sure....why not.  

I’ve been a pretty heavy critic but I’m happy for him and believe he’s the guy.   But agree one more successful year would cement a long term extension. See Sonny dykes

So, if we lose the semifinal game, and Sark’s agent comes asking for an extension for another 5 years at $7M*/year, you think we should just say “nah…”?
29 minutes ago, jimmyjazz said:

Yeah, it means "Longhorns".

Not the day to be petty. Everyone makes mistakes. He’s an honorary Horn 

7 minutes ago, scottsins said:


So, if we lose the semifinal game, and Sark’s agent comes asking for an extension for another 5 years at $7M*/year, you think we should just say “nah…”?

Yeah, I don’t think sark’s agent is gonna waste the keystrokes asking for 7.  If they push for something, I assume it would be closer to 10 than 7.   Does Sark have interest in going back to nfl at some point?   

Yeah, I don’t think sark’s agent is gonna waste the keystrokes asking for 7.  If they push for something, I assume it would be closer to 10 than 7.   Does Sark have interest in going back to nfl at some point?   

I think Sark is thankful for Texas and, if he keeps this up, we’ll be more than happy to reciprocate that gratitude.
Not the day to be petty. Everyone makes mistakes. He’s an honorary Horn 
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21 hours ago, Thatguy said:

 

  I quoted these because the guy who made this post has seemingly disappeared this season, but this goes fr ALL you bitch-ass motherfuckers who didn't believe. All you motherfuckers who participated in this thread the last couple years can get the fuck in the fan fucking portal. You don't deserve to be fans of The University of Texas. Try aggy out. Seven fucking win Steve is now 12 fucking win Steve. Our supposedly trash ass QB just dragged his nuts all over Mike Gundy's face to the tune of over 400 yards and 4 TDs.

 It's always the same people in the here or the game thread bitching about every little thing, incapable of seeing the progress. Don't jump on the bandwagon now! It's full.

He has tempered his criticism as is has become less founded more recently, and even admitted he was wrong being a skeptic.

But, as your posts show, he wasn't just a skeptic, he was a denier.

I can't get too mad at a skeptic, but when people express certainty like that, it pisses me off.

I've been a supporter, even a pumper, but have never expressed any certainty.  Even now, it's just one season and I'd like to see more.  But I think Sark earned this and caused this with recruiting, culture change and good (maybe just decent in some spots) coaching.  Key word though, "think."

Let’s hold off on sucking each others dicks. He had a good season and will hopefully cap it off in a special way. We need to be in the conversation all year next year then give this guy all the money. 

This right here. Let him do it twice before you give him the Tom Herman treatment.

Talented folks who walk through the hell of getting sober usually do really well on the otherside. It was the fundamental reason why I thought sober post-saban Sark could do well. I was nervous mind you, hell Mack Brown looked more sure than Sark but gotDAM we are close to proving this experiment right. I honestly think Arch Mannings junior year will be the best Sark team ever here and he’s got 1-2 more teams … after this year and before Arch’s junior year that could be contenders. We could land with 5 shots at the winning it all and 5-6 playoff berths in a row with this guy! This does not look like a flash in the pan but yes let’s prove it out. But holy shit am I excited!!

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53 minutes ago, immamac said:

Let’s hold off on sucking each others dicks. He had a good season and will hopefully cap it off in a special way. We need to be in the conversation all year next year then give this guy all the money. 

Fuck that; I'm sucking every dick in sight.

 


Wait, what?

3 minutes ago, Gil Bang said:

Fuck that; I'm sucking every dick in sight.

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33 minutes ago, scottsins said:


So, if we lose the semifinal game, and Sark’s agent comes asking for an extension for another 5 years at $7M*/year, you think we should just say “nah…”?

Actually I would give it to him, honestly considering it'd be about 1.3m more than what he's making now?  I'm happy for him, glad he's our coach and while I'm feeling bullish, I'm not ready to say we're about to go on a magical run.  Yet.  Give me another year similar to this and yeah we're there.

1 minute ago, troph said:

Talented folks who walk through the hell of getting sober usually do really well on the otherside. It was the fundamental reason why I thought sober post-saban Sark could do well. I was nervous mind you, hell Mack Brown looked more sure than Sark but gotDAM we are close to proving this experiment right. I honestly think Arch Mannings junior year will be the best Sark team ever here and he’s got 1-2 more teams … after this year that could be contenders. We could land with 5 shots at the winning it all and 5-6 playoff berths in a row with this guy! This does not look like a flash in the pan but yes let’s prove it out. But holy shit am I excited!!

Yes, your initial premise is accurate.  But, some of the thinking changes that accompany getting sober might not be compatible with the coaching of Division 1 football.  So many (successful and otherwise) coaches are such fringe personalities these days, you kind of wonder if it doesn't require a personality disorder to succeed.  And, even if it doesn't require a personality disorder, reconciling past job behavior or traits with sober behavior or traits can be a challenge, including a challenge to sobriety so I was a bit worried for Steve.  But I'm glad he's having this success and I hope it continues.

3 minutes ago, TwiceHorn said:

Yes, your initial premise is accurate.  But, some of the thinking changes that accompany getting sober might not be compatible with the coaching of Division 1 football.  So many (successful and otherwise) coaches are such fringe personalities these days, you kind of wonder if it doesn't require a personality disorder to succeed.  And, even if it doesn't require a personality disorder, reconciling past job behavior or traits with sober behavior or traits can be a challenge, including a challenge to sobriety so I was a bit worried for Steve.  But I'm glad he's having this success and I hope it continues.

I think most who struggle with addiction have something underlying that drove them there. ADHD is probably a spectacular trait for a play caller - hyper focus is a super power. Now get into depression or anxiety maybe not but maybe. Anxiety is what drives me to prepare myself. OCD similar unless it’s debilitating. I don’t think mental health or personality peculiarities are automatic doom for a coach. IMO

5 minutes ago, immamac said:

I do think he should get a one time bonus or an accelerated contract amount and a renewal but I think it’s too early to say give this guy a top 5 contract in college football for 5+ years with most of it being guaranteed. 

I think he could get a big raise and STILL be a long way from Top 5.  Where is he now, #30 or so? 

I don't know for a fact that he isn't driven by an egomaniacal need to make as much as the top guys, but he doesn't give off that basic personality vibe.  He seems pretty content and grateful to UT.  If I were CDC and it wasn't my money I'd definitely be willing to go $7M easily, just based on where we are now.  A title?  Go further.

Apologies, Sark, for a few "fuck yous" that might have slipped out in the heat of the moment, but I think a coach has to feel some pressure when his team isn't performing optimally. Gotta believe losing JB and Ewers (for a while) forced you to climb to new heights. You truly opened up the offense and beat the fuck out of the last two opponents. You have some offensive genius in you after all, and your recruiting is making us all believers. 

If anyone needs a little inspiration, go watch some of the historic Longhorn teams. This is where we need to be - the new Alabama - college footballs new dynasty - Austin, the dream destination for every high school football player in the country. When it comes to this program, never let off the gas. (And don't worry, Surly has your back.)

1 hour ago, immamac said:

Let’s hold off on sucking each others dicks. He had a good season and will hopefully cap it off in a special way. We need to be in the conversation all year next year then give this guy all the money. 

Upon reading this post and as to Sark getting a big monied extension, aggy is asking "what are the stupid sips waiting for?"

And FWIW, Sark comes off as a lot more personable and sincere than that asshole up in Ann Arbor

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13 minutes ago, immamac said:

I do think he should get a one time bonus or an accelerated contract amount and a renewal but I think it’s too early to say give this guy a top 5 contract in college football for 5+ years with most of it being guaranteed. 

Agreed. I think CDC can reward him without going crazy.

15 minutes ago, immamac said:

I do think he should get a one time bonus or an accelerated contract amount and a renewal but I think it’s too early to say give this guy a top 5 contract in college football for 5+ years with most of it being guaranteed. 

If Sark wins the championship we should give him a $1,000 raise and make him mow our lawns.

7 minutes ago, jimmyjazz said:

I think he could get a big raise and STILL be a long way from Top 5.  Where is he now, #30 or so? 

I don't know for a fact that he isn't driven by an egomaniacal need to make as much as the top guys, but he doesn't give off that basic personality vibe.  He seems pretty content and grateful to UT.  If I were CDC and it wasn't my money I'd definitely be willing to go $7M easily, just based on where we are now.  A title?  Go further.

Exactly. I think this is the way. He’s due more money, but let’s not get stupid about it until sustained success. 

Just now, immamac said:

Exactly. I think this is the way. He’s due more money, but let’s not get stupid about it until sustained success. 

FYI, after looking it up, $7M is #20 (Ferentz LOL).

I honestly think Arch Mannings junior year will be the best Sark team ever here

How many guys on the OL and DL will be replaced then?
18 minutes ago, immamac said:

I do think he should get a one time bonus or an accelerated contract amount and a renewal but I think it’s too early to say give this guy a top 5 contract in college football for 5+ years with most of it being guaranteed. 

Yeah he deserves a rais but let's not pull a Jimbo / Mel Tucker here..

Oh, and in the same way I don't get the feeling Sark "needs" to be the highest paid dude out there, I get the feeling he'd probably like to see some substantial reward for his staff.  Spreading a couple mil around (plus a bit for Sark) could make several really valuable guys very, very happy.

Give him 7.5M through 2029.  That's 5 years to get it done in the SEC.  If he gets it done in that league, then Kirby his ass.  

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