THE STAMPEDE: A Podcast on the Texas Longhorns

Bob Ballou, Vince Young, Mack Brown
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THE STAMPEDE is your home for Texas Longhorns talk like you’ve never heard it before. Join legendary Texas coach Mack Brown, Texas great Vince Young, and CBS Austin’s Bob Ballou as they dive into everything Texas football. From unforgettable moments on the field to what’s happening with the team right now, this is the spot for real talk, stories you haven’t heard, and honest takes from guys who’ve lived it. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love a good football convo, THE STAMPEDE brings the heart of Texas straight to you.  New episodes will be released weekly.  Watch on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us @TheStampedeUT on Instagram, X, TikTok and Facebook.

  1. FEB 11

    Chris Del Conte's Town Hall, Texas Exes Win It All & Who's Catching Our Eye Around College Football?

    National champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou for another episode of THE STAMPEDE! They start the show by discussing some of the key topics from the Texas Athletics Town Hall, including the return of the spring game, the plan to install grass at DKR and the future of the Longhorns' non-conference schedule. Then, they dive into the Seahawks win over the Patriots, the Texas Exes that played a major role in the game and Mack's thoughts on Drake Maye's performance. The guys examine some of the college football teams who are making noise this offseason outside of Austin, and they wrap up the show by discussing the importance of taking the long view as a college athlete. All that and much more on the latest edition of THE STAMPEDE! Chapters (00:00) Chris Del Conte's Town Hall (23:00) Texas Exes Win It All (29:13) Drake Maye's Performance (34:00) Who's Catching Our Eye Around CFB? (41:37) Taking the Long View as a College Athlete New episodes of THE STAMPEDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT. Thank you to our sponsor: Texas Protax Win big savings on your property taxes with Texas Protax! Sign up and use code: STAMPEDE at https://texasprotax.com/

    54 min

  2. FEB 4

    Texas Women's Basketball Coach Vic Schaefer Joins the Show & Sark's Roster-Building Strategy

    National champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou for another episode of THE STAMPEDE! They start the show by discussing why transfer running back Hollywood Smothers chose Texas, the importance of team bonding and Steve Sarkisian's approach to building a roster with 105 scholarships now at his disposal. Then, Texas women's basketball coach Vic Schaefer joins the show to talk about his fourth-ranked Longhorns as they get ready for Thursday's matchup against No. 5 LSU. Schaefer dives into how the transfer portal has changed women's college basketball, his experience coaching his own daughter, how he handled the situation when she told him she wanted to transfer and why even though the Longhorns are 21-2, he is agonizing about the things they could do better. Vince and Bob discuss the six Longhorns who participated in either the East-West Shrine Bowl or the Senior Bowl, the opportunity those events provide for players as they turn their attention to the NFL Draft and why Vince is picking the Seahawks to bring the Lombardi Trophy back to Seattle. Mack dives into why he's picking his former quarterback Drake Maye and the Patriots to win it all and they wrap up the show with the latest College Football Playoff news. All that and much more on the latest edition of THE STAMPEDE! Chapters (00:00) What Attracted Hollywood Smothers? (16:56) Sark's Roster Strategy (31:51) Vic Schaefer Joins the Show (1:14:09) Starting the NFL Draft Process (1:23:16) Mack on Drake Maye New episodes of THE STAMPEDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT. Thank you to our sponsor: Texas Protax Win big savings on your property taxes with Texas Protax! Sign up and use code: STAMPEDE at https://texasprotax.com/

    1h 33m

  3. JAN 28

    Arch Manning’s Offseason Plan, CFP Remains at 12 & the Professionalization of College Sports

    National champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou for another episode of THE STAMPEDE! They start the show by discussing Arch Manning and how he needs to approach the offseason. How can he improve as a vocal leader? What elements of his game does he need to work on? And is the foot surgery he just underwent anything to worry about? Mack, Vince and Bob share their thoughts. National champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou for another episode of THE STAMPEDE! They start the show by discussing Arch Manning and how he needs to approach the offseason. How can he improve as a vocal leader? What elements of his game does he need to work on? And is the foot surgery he just underwent anything to worry about? Mack, Vince and Bob share their thoughts. Then, Vince and Bob turn their attention to the NFL and discuss some of the former Longhorns who will be taking part in the big game and whether the Broncos should have gone to Sam Ehlinger when snow started to fall in Denver. While Drake Maye might not have been a Longhorn, Mack shares his unique insight on the Patriots' star QB from their time together at North Carolina. Finally, the guys weigh in on the decision to keep the College Football Playoff at 12 teams for another season. Was it the right call? And was Notre Dame essentially assured of a spot in the postseason for the foreseeable future? All that and much more on the latest edition of THE STAMPEDE! Chapters 00:00 Vince Goes to Pebble Beach 03:17 Arch's Offseason 34:33 Texas Protax Pros 41:05 What Makes Drake Maye So Special? 48:46 CFP Stays at 12 Teams 59:27 The Professionalization of College Sports New episodes of THE STAMPEDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT. Thank you to our sponsors: Texas Protax - Win big savings on your property taxes with Texas Protax! Sign up and use code: STAMPEDE at https://texasprotax.com/ Branded Bills - Shop the Texas Collection https://www.brandedbills.com/thestampede Wendy's - Join Team Tendy’s and enjoy a line-up like never before. Crispy. Juicy. Tendys Now at Wendy’s. http://www.tendys.com/

    1h 14m

  4. JAN 21

    The Future of College Sports With DeMaurice Smith & Shawn Abboud, Plus National Title Reactions

    National champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou for another episode of THE STAMPEDE! They start the show by reacting to Indiana's national championship game victory over Miami. They discuss the Hoosiers stunning turnaround over the past two seasons under Curt Cignetti, what pushed them over the top against the Hurricanes and whether the Big Ten has surpassed the SEC after winning its third consecutive national title. Mack and Vince also describe what life was like for them in the weeks immediately following the 2006 Rose Bowl. Then, Bob and Vince dive into the NFL Playoffs and the Texas Exes who made an impact in the divisional round. DeMaurice Smith, former executive director of the NFL Players Association, and Shawn Abboud, a partner at Morgan Stanley in their Global Sports & Entertainment division, join the show to discuss NIL, the NCAA, the lack of qualified agents available to college athletes, the future of college sports and more! Chapters (00:00) Indiana Wins the National Title (21:21) The Whirlwind After Winning a Title (35:43) Texas Protax Pros (43:30) DeMaurice Smith & Shawn Abboud (1:45:09) Duke Sues QB Darian Mensah New episodes of THE STAMPEDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT. Thank you to our sponsors: Texas Protax - Win big savings on your property taxes with Texas Protax! Sign up and use code: STAMPEDE at https://texasprotax.com/ Branded Bills - Shop the Texas Collection https://www.brandedbills.com/thestampede Wendy's - Join Team Tendy’s and enjoy a line-up like never before. Crispy. Juicy. Tendys Now at Wendy’s. http://www.tendys.com/

    1h 55m

  5. JAN 14

    Texas’ Portal Success, the Dominance of Transfer QBs & Previewing the National Championship Game

    National champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou to talk all things Longhorns. They start the show by remembering the life of former Texas LB Aaron Benson, who passed away on Monday. They also send their support to former Texas WR Jordan Shipley as he continues to recover following an accident on his ranch. Then, they get into the Longhorns' recent transfer acquisitions, including top-ranked transfer WR Cam Coleman, the importance of maintaining the culture as the roster turns over and Arch Manning's role in establishing that culture with the newcomers. They dive into the many Texas alumni making an impact in the NFL playoffs, discuss the current dominance of transfer QBs across the college football landscape and touch on the latest with Texas men's and women's basketball. They wrap up the show by giving out their Underdogs of the Week and looking ahead to next week's national championship game between Indiana and Miami. Chapters (00:00) Welcome to THE STAMPEDE (01:46) Remembering Aaron Benson (04:28) Sending Love to Jordan Shipley (13:44) Texas Lands Cam Coleman (21:17) Maintaining Culture With Roster Turnover (38:57) Texas Protax Pros (46:24) Transfer vs High School QBs (58:53) MBB, WBB Check-In (1:15:22) Underdogs of the Week (1:19:30) Indiana vs Miami New episodes of THE STAMPEDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT. Thank you to our sponsors: Underdog Fantasy - Sign up with promo code STAMPEDE to score $75 in bonus entries when you play your first $5. Make picks, win money! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-bQnxOsgGok Must be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369). Texas Protax - Win big savings on your property taxes with Texas Protax! Sign up and use code: STAMPEDE at https://texasprotax.com/ Branded Bills - Shop the Texas Collection https://www.brandedbills.com/thestampede Wendy's - Join Team Tendy’s and enjoy a line-up like never before. Crispy. Juicy. Tendys Now at Wendy’s. http://www.tendys.com/

    1h 48m

  6. JAN 7

    Texas-USC 20 Years Later, Citrus Bowl Recap, Portal Priorities & Arch Manning’s Growth

    Just days after the 20th anniversary of Texas’ legendary Rose Bowl win over USC, national champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou to reminisce about that unforgettable night in Pasadena. Mack reveals who woke him up with a congratulatory phone call at 6 a.m. the next morning and Vince shares what stands out to him 20 years later. Then, the guys share their thoughts on Texas’ Citrus Bowl win over Michigan. Vince explains why he was so proud of this Longhorns team while Mack lays out some promising evidence regarding Arch Manning’s upward trend. They also discuss which Longhorns are shining in the NFL, the opening of the transfer portal and the importance of not only recruiting great players, but also the right kind of players. Finally, the guys take a look around the world of college football, including Vince’s recent encounter with Lane Kiffin, Indiana’s impressive rise, Ole Miss playing with a chip on its shoulder and their Underdogs of the Week for the CFP semifinals. ___ Chapters (00:00) '06 Rose Bowl Memories (13:30) Citrus Bowl Reaction (45:21) Texas Protax Pros (53:37) Portal Priorities (1:18:03) Underdogs of the Week (1:21:26) CFP Semifinals New episodes of THE STAMPEDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT. THE STAMPEDE: https://thestampedeut.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestampedeut X: https://x.com/thestampedeut TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestampedeut Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheStampedeUT/ Mack's X: https://x.com/CoachMackBrown Vince's X: https://x.com/VinceYoung10 Bob's X: https://x.com/BobBallouSports Mack's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachmackbrown/ Vince's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceyoung10/ Bob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobballou/ Thank you to our sponsors: Underdog Fantasy - Sign up with promo code STAMPEDE to score $75 in bonus entries when you play your first $5. Make picks, win money! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-bQnxOsgGok Must be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369). Texas Protax - Win big savings on your property taxes with Texas Protax! Sign up and use code: STAMPEDE at https://texasprotax.com/ Branded Bills - Shop the Texas Collection https://www.brandedbills.com/thestampede Wendy's - Join Team Tendy’s and enjoy a line-up like never before. Crispy. Juicy. Tendys Now at Wendy’s. http://www.tendys.com/

    1h 38m

  7. 12/24/2025

    Will Muschamp Is Back in Austin, Biff Poggi Joins the Show & Devin Gardner Previews the Citrus Bowl

    National champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou for a Citrus Bowl preview extravaganza! But first, they discuss Will Muschamp’s return to Austin as the Longhorns' new defensive coordinator. The guys weigh in on why this reunion makes sense, Pete Kwiatkowski's time as Texas' defensive coordinator and the difficulty of moving on from a coordinator as a head coach. Then, Michigan interim head coach Biff Poggi joins the show. Poggi details the difficult situation Michigan’s players have been thrust into and how he unfortunately expects many of them to opt out of the Citrus Bowl. Poggi also provides his perspective on the current state of college football, discussing how the game has changed, how it needs to continue to change and what challenges the current state presents for both players and coaches. Devin Gardner, former Michigan QB and current co-host of The Blue Print: A Podcast on the Michigan Wolverines, joins the guys as they continue to preview the Citrus Bowl. Devin talks about how he modeled his game after Vince, how Michigan QB Bryce Underwood has developed over the course of his freshman season, how Poggi is aiming to bring stability back to Ann Arbor and how the CFP needs to improve its format. Finally, the guys give out their Underdogs of the Week, look ahead to the CFP quarterfinals and provide their final thoughts on Texas' Citrus Bowl matchup with Michigan. ___ Chapters (00:00) Will Muschamp's Return (27:44) Biff Poggi Joins the Show (51:23) Devin Gardner Joins the Show (1:29:12) Underdogs of the Week (1:33:22) CFP Quarterfinals (1:38:49) Final Citrus Bowl Thoughts New episodes of THE STAMPEDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT. THE STAMPEDE: https://thestampedeut.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestampedeut X: https://x.com/thestampedeut TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestampedeut Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheStampedeUT/ Mack's X: https://x.com/CoachMackBrown Vince's X: https://x.com/VinceYoung10 Bob's X: https://x.com/BobBallouSports Mack's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachmackbrown/ Vince's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceyoung10/ Bob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobballou/ Thank you to our sponsors: Underdog Fantasy - Sign up with promo code STAMPEDE to score $75 in bonus entries when you play your first $5. Make picks, win money! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-bQnxOsgGok Must be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369). Wendy's - Join Team Tendy’s and enjoy a line-up like never before. Crispy. Juicy. Tendys Now at Wendy’s. http://www.tendys.com/ Branded Bills - Shop the Texas Collection https://www.brandedbills.com/thestampede

    1h 52m

  8. 12/17/2025

    Bowl Game Uncertainty, Evaluating Texas’ 2025 Season, Heisman Memories & a CFP Preview

    National champions Mack Brown and Vince Young join CBS Austin's Bob Ballou to talk all things Longhorns! They start the show by discussing the Texas players who are expected to enter the transfer portal, roster management in this era of college football and the increasingly complicated questions surrounding bowl games. Should players travel with the team even if they opt out? Are the players making the decision to opt out themselves or is it coming from someplace else? And do bowl games still matter at all? Then, the guys evaluate the Longhorns’ 2025 season. What left you feeling good? What left you feeling disappointed? And how does that all leave you feeling about what’s to come in 2026? Next, Mack and Vince reminisce about Vince’s 2005 trip to New York when he was a finalist. Vince divulges just how disappointing it was not to win, what he said to his teammates in the immediate aftermath and why he declined to accept the trophy after Reggie Bush was stripped of the award later on. Finally, they dive into Michigan firing Sherrone Moore, give out their Underdogs of the Week, preview the first round of the College Football Playoff & discuss Texas' 2026 schedule. ___ Chapters (00:00) TX State Championship Games (04:04) Managing the Roster (12:37) Bowl Game Opportunities (22:21) Evaluating the 2025 Season (34:24) Heisman Memories (50:00) Michigan Fires Moore (1:02:08) Underdogs of the Week (1:05:44) CFP Preview (1:14:04) The 2026 Schedule New episodes of THE STAMPEDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE STAMPEDE community follow us across social media platforms @TheStampedeUT. Thank you to our sponsors: Underdog Fantasy - Sign up with promo code STAMPEDE to score $75 in bonus entries when you play your first $5. Make picks, win money! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-bQnxOsgGok Must be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369). Wendy's - Join Team Tendy’s and enjoy a line-up like never before. Crispy. Juicy. Tendys Now at Wendy’s. http://www.tendys.com/ Branded Bills - Shop the Texas Collection https://www.brandedbills.com/thestampede

    1h 22m
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THE STAMPEDE is your home for Texas Longhorns talk like you’ve never heard it before. Join legendary Texas coach Mack Brown, Texas great Vince Young, and CBS Austin’s Bob Ballou as they dive into everything Texas football. From unforgettable moments on the field to what’s happening with the team right now, this is the spot for real talk, stories you haven’t heard, and honest takes from guys who’ve lived it. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love a good football convo, THE STAMPEDE brings the heart of Texas straight to you.  New episodes will be released weekly.  Watch on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us @TheStampedeUT on Instagram, X, TikTok and Facebook.

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