The Morning Kick-Off w/Mike Hardball Hardge & Mark Henry

Eric Henry joins the show to break down the latest around Texas Longhorn football, focusing on why the defensive line must become the team's biggest strength this season. The discussion centers on whether Will Muschamp can elevate the unit and restore a dominant defensive identity, along with expectations for the Longhorns heading into the season, key storylines to watch, and where Texas stands as it prepares for its schedule

Texas football: The defensive line needs to become the team's strength, with hopes that Will Muschamp can revitalize the unit and make dominant defensive line play a key identity again.Soccer: A reminder that defensive, "prevent" tactics often backfire. England scored first but lost 2–1 to Argentina, with Lionel Messi providing two assists. Argentina advances to face Spain on Sunday.ESPY Awards: The Texas Longhorns were well represented at the annual awards.NFL: George Pickens is playing under the franchise tag.College football: A ranking of the Texas football schedule from easiest to toughest is mentioned.MLB: The second half of th...

Mike "Hardball" Hardge and guest host Eric Henry of Horns247 count down the days to Texas Football, talk World Cup updates, and more. It's all here on The Morning Kickoff!

Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry talk countdown the days to the start of Texas Football, talk NFL, recap the Home Run Derby and more. It's all here on The Morning Kickoff!

It's a Longhorn Monday with Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry! They talk Texas Baseball, MLB, Taylor Rodeo, and more, here on The Morning Kickoff!

Today's show was packed with Texas sports discussion as we broke down the biggest headlines around the Longhorns. We opened with Marcus Spears Jr.'s commitment to Texas basketball and what his addition means for the future of the program. With just 57 days until kickoff, we also debated what would define a successful 2026 season for Texas football and the expectations surrounding the Longhorns heading into the year.We also discussed the NBA Summer League, highlighting the top storylines and players to watch, before wrapping up the show by identifying the biggest X-factors for Texas football in 2026. From emerging playmakers to...

Isaac Trotter joins the show to break down the Texas Longhorns basketball team, discuss the program's newest addition, and analyze how the latest roster move could impact the Longhorns heading into the upcoming season.

Chip Brown joins the show to break down the latest Texas Longhorns basketball recruiting news, discussing the newest addition to the program and the impact this recruit could have on the team's future. Tune in for expert insight, recruiting analysis, and what it all means for the Longhorns moving forward.

Mark Henry and Eric Henry talk with San Antonio Spurs legend James Silas and give him his respect here on The Morning Kickoff!

Mark Henry and Eric Henry of 24/7Sports talk Will Muschamp, Texas Football, Lebron James, and more! It's all here on The Morning Kickoff!

David Eckert joins the show to break down the latest headlines surrounding Texas Longhorns athletics. From the hottest storylines in Longhorn baseball to the biggest developments in Texas football, David and the crew deliver expert analysis, insider insight, and everything Longhorn fans need to know.

Eric Henry joins Mark Henry for another can't-miss episode as they break down the biggest stories in sports.The guys discuss the standout performers on the Texas Longhorns football team, debate whether Austin is ready for a professional hockey franchise—and where a team could call home—and dive into today's NBA landscape, including potential landing spots for the looming free agent LeBron James.Plus, don't miss Mark Henry's World's Strongest Take, where Mark shares his thoughts on a topic he rarely discusses. It's an episode packed with insight, debate, and plenty of surprises.

The Safety position is going to be key today 
Texans defense under Demeco is top level.  
World Strongest Take!

60 DAYS UNTIL Kickoff and The Texas Defense WILL, be at the top of Mind 
USA FALLS TO Belgium and now the world wonders, is this best we can do? HC $6m
Joe Cook of Inside Texas
Texas Baseball picks up the #8 Transfer Portal player, UCLA Payton Brennan 9 hr’s and 51 rbi’s 

The TE position is an important part of the Texas offense, but what has it been over the last few years  
Cowboys  
Texans  
WST
JOEY CHESTNUT WINS AGAIN. Chokes someone out and keeps chasing the crown 

Texas Football Continues its assault on the recruiting trail. 
USA v Belgium tonight and they got great news on the move. Striker Folarin Balogun is eligible to play tonight  
Bryce Hager Former Baylor Bear 2x Big12 Champ Spent time in NFL w/Rams and Jets. Now has a FB Camp for Girls  
Texas Baseball lands 2 on Team USA

Worlds Strongest Take presented by Mark Henry. Mark, Mike, and Cole all discuss potential landing spots for Lebron James.

Hardge and Henry preview the new look of the Pac12 and what the upcoming football season will look like with the new teams.

NBA heats up Jaylen Brown to Philly for Paul George. Tobias Harris to Spurs

Anthony Williams of Connected Athletics  
The Connected Camp July 11th  
Register at connectedathletics.org

Texas Football is 65 days away from kickoff. 
Texas' biggest question mark? OL 

World Cup Updates  
England outlast DR Congo 2-1 Harry Kane 
Senegal falls to Belgium 3-2 extra time 
USA beats Boznia 2-0 but not without controversy  

The Morning Kickoff hosts continue counting down the days to Texas Football, give FIFA World Cup updates and more! It's all here on The Morning Kickoff with Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry!

The hot topics today are the latest in the FIFA World Cup, the latest in commits to Texas Football, Serena Williams Return to tennis, and more! It's all here on The Morning Kickoff with Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry!

Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry talk Texas football, the World Cup knockout round, the MLB labor dispute, and more. It's all here on The Morning Kickoff!

Mike "Hardball" Hardge, Mark Henry, and Cameron Parker recap the nail-biting USA vs Türkiye match, talk recent commits to Texas Football, and the Terrion Arnold story. It's all here on The Morning Kickoff!

The hosts of The Morning Kickoff talk Texas football, the latest on Lamelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets, and the Austin Gamblers. It's all here on The Morning Kickoff with Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry!

Danny Davis joins the The Morning Kickoff hosts for a riveting discussion about all things sports!

The hosts of The Morning Kickoff speak on the NBA Draft, the NCAA Eligibility Rule, The World Cup and more! It's all here on The Morning Kickoff with Mike "Hardball" Hardge and Mark Henry!

OU Baseball National Champs

The Worlds Strongest Man gives his strongest take of the day on the NBA draft.

Lifetime Longhorn and Newley Inducted College Baseball Hall of Famer Huston Street joins the show and talks about his days at Texas, fatherhood, and shares an intersting story that taught him a vaulable lesson.

NBA draft preview and who are our standouts so far?

Joe Cook from Inside Texas joins the program to talk everything Texas Football and gives us an inside look at how the team and coaches are coming aling just ahead of season.

Dusty May wins Natty now headed to Big D!!! 
NBA Talk, Trae Young Re-signs with Wizards and much more NBA talk!

Giannis finds a home and NBA trade and draft conversation as we head into the NBA draft night 1.

USA World Cup experience has been GREAT. Jamies continues his correspondent role to a tee.

Texas Basketball has hoped for a call early on Tuesday. Dailyn Swain is ready. Plus, is Giannis on the move? Possible trade talks and early predictions for the Greek Freak!

Dallas Cowboys are ready and Dak finally gets love, but who will be RB2? Hardge goes over the options!

Zach Symm from Orangebloods joins the show to talk about the departures and arrivals for Texas Baseball.