# Longhorns’ Monday: Texas Longhorns Dominate, Cavs Advance, Cowboy Ready & Aaron Rodgers Returns

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Podcast: [The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-morning-kick-off-w-mike-hardball-hardge-mark-henry-6692604)
Published: 2026-05-18T14:35:40+00:00
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## Resource

Today is “Longhorns’ Monday.” The Cleveland Cavaliers destroyed the Detroit Pistons 125-94 and are now set to play the New York Knicks. The San Antonio Spurs look ready to play the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Dallas Cowboys' schedule was released, and the team is excited for the season, with new additions to the coaching staff. The Pittsburgh Steelers re-signed Aaron Rodgers to a one-year deal. Texas Longhorns softball team handles the regionals. The baseball team closes the season, sweeping the Missouri Tigers. The men’s basketball team added a new piece. Not everyone’s a fan of the college football playoffs' possible expansion. A “Hardge Knocks Life” and “The World’s Strongest Take!” Plus, Zach Symms of OrangeBloods.com joins the show to talk Longhorns Baseball. You can hear it all here on “The Morning Kickoff Show!”

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