It's been reported that Mike Giglio looks to be taking over for Patrick Suddes. Other than Bob Shipley, was anyone else on that staff retained? Will UT have a large recruiting/personnel dept like the one that Mack finally started last year?

He and Chris Simms will be calling games for Fox next Fall.:cool:

Sean I'm glad your here, but let's drop all the logic and optimism dude! This is a UT message board man!!!

I'm gonna wait until UT plays a game or 2 before I start judging these guys. So far based on the team meeting reports and the track record of many of the coaches, especially Strong, I'm bullish on UT's chances of winning games.

Not sure of this writers credibility, just sharing. http://fansided.com/2014/01/11/report-shawn-watson-expected-texas-longhorns-offensive-coordinator/

I'm pretty sure that Texas will wind up with a combination of UL and UT coaches with maybe one or two new faces. That wouldn't be my fist choice. All the speculation is great, but in the end, we don't know squat. Would I like to see Chad Morris and Narduzzi on the 40? Sure, but I can't control...

For the first time in 4 years I'm pumped about the upcoming season. I realize the QB situation is shaky and UT is losing some key defensive players. Hopefully Strong can convince Reed to come back. We all know that coaching matters, look at what Robinson was able to do with this years defense...

I'd like to point out that at one point there were several UT fans that wanted to make a run at Jurich for the AD spot. Looking at his comments, I am even more pumped about this hire. There is no question that there would have been more popular hires, but as Jurich points out, Strong "gets it"...

Nice. We all know that every S&C guy knows how to work out the guys, it's the accountability piece that has been missing at UT, especially with the big guys. If he is really holding their feet to the fire, that will be great. I liked the no cell phone sign on the door too.

I for one have begun to embrace the situation. Both Patterson and Strong will be highly motivated for this to work out. That should transfer to the staff and down to the players. I don't think Texas will be considered soft anymore. With the right OC and recruiters, (remember, that Suddes and...

I will support whoever the new coach is. This is what happens when you demand change. I would have preferred NS, JF, JH, Briles or Mora Jr. Honestly the reality that all of those people told UT no hurts. I cannot imagine that Strong was considered a better candidate than NS or JF or Harbaugh. I...

i like that fire. i wont be dissatisfied with Strong. mostly disappointed that we were told no by a few coaches.

If Texas makes the right hire, Briles staying at Baylor is good for the big 12.

Sorry bro, too many words, but I skimmed it and I get your point. I do think Fisher is the best choice all around, I'm not big on Malzhan (small sample size so far) I have liked Mora from the beginning. I don't think Strong would be a bad hire, I just think his hire (or Mora's) would say that...

HornEsch I agree. I have really enjoyed this sight and the lack of attacks.

Very good read. I don't know what the heck is going to happen with all of this, but I'm sure enjoying the ride. The key to all of this is that Patterson seems like a smart guy and he knows how important this hire is. I think he will pull out all the stops to make sure UT winds up with an...

43 Seeing the ages posted above seems to explain a lot about why this site is gaining a solid following.

Been a fan since the first time I saw Earl Campbell carry the football. Followed the Horns ever since. I've been a member of every site I could find since the internet started with message boards. Mostly a lurker, I will post on occasion. Mostly love hearing the rumors and talk about the team...

Shocked, stunned, pissed: Dabo, Gundy, Gruden, Fedora Happy with: Fisher, Malzhan, Shaw, Mora, Briles Wait and see approach with: Franklin, Strong, Dantonio - obviously risky, but I see a huge upside potential

Just can't see Harbaugh as a viable option. I'd be happy with either of the other 2, probably Mora Jr over Briles for me though.