The college football season is within striking distance with media days just two months away. With the spring transfer portal settled and spring games completed, many of the talking points we’re discussing now will be readdressed in the Big 12’s media sessions on July 12 and 13.
Over the weekend, CBS college football analyst Shehan Jeyarajah shared his takes on spring games across the league. Jeyarajah did not hold back from delivering strong opinions on a handful of teams. Most notably, he has high hopes for Texas’ redshirt sophomore quarterback Quinn Ewers as well as questions about the Oklahoma receiver room.
The Longhorns’ Big 12 championship hopes could hinge on Ewers after a season of growing pains. If he grows into his role, the sky is the limit for the 2023 squad.
Here’s a look at Jeyarajah’s snap judgments from watching Big 12 spring games.
Baylor Bears
Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports
Premise: “The defense is fixed.”
It better be fixed. Jeyarajah’s confidence stems from the 12 transfers the team brought in and a change at defensive coordinator. Matt Powledge takes over the reigns of the defense after leaving Oregon with talent influx led by former Utah State and Texas defender Byron Vaughns at edge. Time will tell if head coach Dave Aranda has the talent in house to return to stronger defensive play. Stopping the run will be paramount for Baylor’s defense.
BYU Cougars
Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
Premise: “The defensive transition will take time.”
We’ve discussed how great the BYU offense projects, but the lack of defensive experience is cause for caution. Experience is spoken of by many as the leading indicator of defensive success. The Cougars could find themselves in a few track meets on the gridiron this year.
UCF Golden Knights
Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Premise: “The Knights are ready.”
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