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On Second Thought Ep 147: Texas captains’ concerns, remembering Cedric Benson, Cat Vasquez on fantasy football
In Episode 147 of the On Second Thought podcast, hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls break down the concerns surrounding newly named Texas captains Sam Ehlinger, Zach Shackelford, Collin Johnson, Malcolm Roach and Brandon Jones. They also discuss the tragic passing of Longhorn legend Cedric Benson. Plus, Statesman fantasy league … Read More
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Earl Campbell on Cedric Benson’s passing: ‘Life after pro sports is the hardest’
In this week’s Golden’s Nuggets, Ced touches on a Bevo-related item. Here is his take: When discussing the top running backs in Texas football history, the line starts behind Earl Campbell and Ricky Williams. The late Cedric Benson put up 5,540 rushing yards in his career, behind … Read MoreCedric Golden
Golden: Cedric Benson pulled no punches in his short time with us
Cedric Benson spoke his truth. Of all the football players that have come through the Texas program, he was the one who always spoke his truth — even when it didn’t line up with the usually politically correct sound bites that dominate the current sports landscape. Sometimes his truth spoke … Read More
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On Second Thought Ep 146: Is Tom Herman embracing title expectations? ESPN.com’s Jake Trotter on Baker Mayfield, Big 12 race
In Episode 146 of the On Second Thought podcast, Cedric and Kirk examine why Texas coach Tom Herman doesn’t seem to be downplaying expectations in Year 3. Also, ESPN.com reporter Jake Trotter gives his season prediction for the Browns and discusses the hype surrounding star quarterback Baker Mayfield. Read MoreCedric Golden
Golden: Tom Herman is preaching patience at Texas, but Year 3 brings lofty expectations
Tom Herman, welcome to Year 3. Your Sugar Bowl win over Georgia just stoked the championship fire of a trophy-hungry fan base. Fair or unfair, these people want titles. As in right now. Do you recall what former Texas coach Charlie Strong said about the state of the program during … Read More
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On Second Thought Ep 145: Which young Longhorn wideouts will step up? Bohls on Astros
In Episode 145 of On Second Thought, hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls examine which young Texas receiver will step up in the No. 3 role behind Collin Johnson and Devin Duvernay. Plus, they discuss D’Onta Foreman’s release from the Houston Texans. Kirk also breaks down the importance of the … Read MoreCedric Golden
Golden: When Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger speaks, the Longhorns listen
The term “leader” doesn’t always tell the full story. It comes naturally for some players— not so easy for others — but in most cases, a leader comes through tough times before emerging as such. In the case of Texas’ Sam Ehlinger, we’ve all heard the story of him losing … Read More
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On Second Thought Ep 144: Big 12 preview — Can Longhorns unseat Sooners? Texas State coach Jake Spavital
In Episode 144 of the On Second Thought podcasts, hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden give their top 10 finishers in the Big 12 and discuss how Texas might break through to break Oklahoma’s four-year stranglehold atop the Big 12. Also, new Texas State head Coach Jake Spavital examines his … Read More
Our 11th annual Top 25 countdown: No. 3 Georgia still has an Alabama, SEC problem to solve
We’re 35 days away from the 2019 season opener, but it’s never too early to talk college football. We continue with our 11th annual countdown series of our preseason Top 25 as selected by the American-Statesman sports staff. Last year’s eventual CFP semifinalists ranked first, second, eighth and 13th in … Read More
Our 11th annual Top 25 countdown: How Feleipe Franks’ season goes, so does No. 10 Florida’s
We’re 42 days away from the 2019 season opener, but it’s never too early to talk college football. We continue with our 11th annual countdown series of our preseason Top 25 as selected by the American-Statesman sports staff. Last year’s eventual CFP semifinalists ranked first, second, eighth and 13th in … Read More
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On Second Thought Ep 143: Big 12 Media Days review: Ehlinger addresses Bradshaw/Baker diss
In Episode 143 of the On Second Thought podcast, hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls revisit conversations they had with Texas coach Tom Herman and quarterback Sam Ehlinger at the Big 12 Media Days at AT&T Stadium. Are the Horns good enough to improve upon last season’s … Read MoreCedric Golden
Golden: Can Baylor keep its quarterback clean in 2019? (Didn’t happen in 2017 or 2018)
ARLINGTON — Former Texas coach Mack Brown would always come up with some catchy slogan before every season. In 2005, he used “Take Dead Aim,” which was an ode to golf coaching legend Harvey Penick. The Horns took aim at a return trip to the Rose Bowl and walked away … Read MoreCedric Golden
Golden: Now in Lawrence, Kansas, how many coaching Miles does Les have left?
ARLINGTON — Les Miles had to come back. He had no choice. Once a coach, always a coach. The bug is the most tempting of mistresses. Just ask Oklahoma legend Bob Stoops, who took a job in the new XFL after spending the last two years on the golf course. Read More
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On Second Thought Ep 142: Baker Mayfield’s blast of Sam Ehlinger, what’s next for Durant, Kawhi
In Episode 142 of the On Second Thought podcast, Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls discuss the growing feud between Cleveland Browns QB Baker Mayfield and Texas’ Sam Ehlinger and also examine what happens next in free agency for NBA stars Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: … Read More
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On Second Thought Ep 141: ‘Sprawlball’ author Kirk Goldsberry, the next stops for Kawhi and Durant
In Episode 141 of the On Second Thought podcast, Austin resident Kirk Goldsberry, the author of New York Times best seller Sprawlball, examines the impact of the three-point shot on the NBA and how the league may tweak the rules with the sport’s most revolutionary weapon. He also talks about … Read MoreCedric Golden
Golden: It takes a village — at the NCAA outdoor nationals, anyway
For the 1,215 athletes in town, the NCAA outdoor championships not only represent a chance to make history, but also a chance to do so in a cool city. The athletes are here to win, but there isn’t anything wrong with having a good time between heats. It’s Austin, after … Read More
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On Second Thought Ep 140: Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson on June 10 Best of Centex banquet, Bru McCoy saga
In Episode 140 of the On Second Thought podcast, Houston Texans Pro Bowl QB Deshaun Watson talks about coming to Austin for the June 10 Best of Centex preps banquet and his journey from high school to the NFL. Also, hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden break down what’s going … Read MoreCedric Golden
Golden: Kevin Durant’s Golden State legacy is riding on the NBA Finals
Before Kevin Durant limped off the court with a calf injury in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals, the Golden State Warriors were the odds on-favorite to win their fourth title in five seasons. Now with KD still on the shelf as the Dubs await the winner of the … Read More