# AWESOME: Texas 5⭐ RB Derrek Cooper Set to Return + Others We NEED TO SEE vs. UTSA | Texas Football

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Podcast: [Locked On Longhorns - Daily Podcast On Texas Longhorns Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-longhorns-daily-podcast-on-texas-longhorns-football-basketball-807344)
Published: 2026-09-18T09:00:00+00:00
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Texas Longhorns prepare for UTSA with key injury updates and a focus on rising freshman DerRek Cooper. Can Cooper and fellow newcomers make an immediate impact before conference play heats up? Brad Kellner spotlights Steve Sarkisian’s latest roster news, revealing who’s in, who’s out, and which young talents could shape the Longhorns’ depth as SEC competition looms. Key talking points include Texas' improvements in red zone efficiency and third-down conversions, questions about ball security, and a call for a faster start against the Roadrunners. Brad Kellner outlines his must-watch players, from Jermaine Bishop Jr. to standout linebackers, and breaks down five critical factors for a statement win. Will Texas’ youth movement and defensive aggression set the tone for a championship campaign? Thanks for tuning in! Please like, share, subscribe, and leave a comment. Hook 'Em! If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join our Longhorns' community: https://lockedonlonghorns.supercast.com/ Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOLonghorns?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s mor…

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