Episodes

  • Texas Softball: 2026 Season Preview-Can the Longhorns Repeat?
    Jan 26 2026

    Burnt Orange Rising is back with a deep dive into the 2026 Texas Softball season. Host North Carter breaks down what it’ll take for the Longhorns to defend their crown and stay on top of the college softball world. From key returners and impact newcomers to pitching depth, lineup questions, and the biggest hurdles on the road to another title, this episode sets the table for a must-watch season in Austin.

    Can Texas reload and repeat—or will the rest of the country catch up? 🤘🥎 #HookEm

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    30 mins
  • Longhorns Add Veteran QB via Portal: Smart Move or QB Room Chaos?
    Jan 25 2026

    The Texas Longhorns make another move in the college football transfer portal, adding a veteran quarterback to the roster. Is this a smart depth move—or does it create QB room chaos in Austin?

    Host North Carter breaks down the latest Texas football news, analyzing what this portal QB addition means for the Longhorns quarterback competition, player development, roster balance, and the future of the position. Does adding an experienced QB help Texas compete for the SEC future, or does it complicate the path forward?

    Tune in to Burnt Orange Rising for in-depth Texas Longhorns football analysis, transfer portal updates, and honest discussion about the state of the program. #HookEm

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    18 mins
  • Quick Rant: Texas Football’s Way-Too-Early Ranking Makes No Sense
    Jan 22 2026

    Texas football is already climbing the rankings — but for what reason? In this quick rant, North questions the logic behind Texas being ranked so high in the way-too-early polls and explain why the hype feels premature. Expectations are sky-high (as usual), but results still matter. #HookEm

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    12 mins
  • Texas Football: What the Longhorns Must Do to Win a National Title in 2026
    Jan 21 2026

    In this episode, North Carter breaks down what the Texas Longhorns must do to capture a national championship in 2026. From roster development and quarterback play, coaching decisions, and navigating the modern college football landscape, this episode lays out the blueprint for Texas to take the final step back to the top of the sport. Are the pieces already in place, or does something still need to change for the Longhorns to win it all? North Carter dives into the biggest questions facing Texas on the road to a 2026 national title.

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    24 mins
  • Dominance and Disappointment: Texas Women's Basketball Own A&M, Men Drop Another One
    Jan 19 2026

    In this episode, we break down a tale of two outcomes for Texas hoops. The Texas women continue their dominance over Texas A&M, delivering a statement win and reinforcing their place among the nation’s elite. Aaliyah Crump shines in her return from injury. On the flip side, the Texas men suffer another frustrating loss, raising questions about consistency, execution, and what needs to change moving forward. We cover key moments, standout performances, and what these results mean for both programs going ahead.

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    19 mins
  • Texas Women’s Basketball Faces Road Test Reality — Can Aaliyah Crump Spark the Bench?
    Jan 18 2026

    North Carter breaks down Texas’ back-to-back road losses to ranked opponents and what they reveal about the Longhorns moving forward.

    Does Texas need more production from its bench? The conversation also focuses on the return of freshman Aaliyah Crump, who is working her way back after missing significant time due to injury.

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    13 mins
  • The Latest Texas Football Transfer Portal Update
    Jan 17 2026

    With the transfer portal officially closed, North Carter shares insights on departures and new additions to Texas Football as the program pursues a national championship.

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    23 mins
  • Burnt Orange Rising is Coming Soon!
    Jan 16 2026

    North Carter gives you insight on when the very first episode of Burnt Orange Rising will drop and what to expect from the show.

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    1 min