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Burnt Orange Nation looks at one of the newest fixtures of college football -- the spread linebacker, capable of defending the run, but also capable of playing in space.

Two Texas writers discuss the Longhorns' class of 2009 football recruits.

Burnt Orange Nation's Recruiting Spotlight locks in on Irving Macarthur linebacker Tariq Allen. A physical run-stuffing middle linebacker, Allen will provide the Longhorns with some big hits.

Morning Coffee takes on the returning Oklahoma starters and the Texas Longhorn basketball team.

The most comprehensive scouting report on Texas Longhorn 2009 commit Patrick Nkwopara. Nigerian-born, but Texas-raised, the linebacker prospect displays sensational sideline to sideline speed.

With weeks until the match up in the Fiesta Bowl against Ohio State, the Eyes of Texas turn to the recruiting front. The 2009 class is largely complete, meaning the 2010 recruiting season has already begun.