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

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

Welcome to “The Morning Kick-Off Show” with Mike “Hardball” Hardge and Olympian & WWE Legend, “The World’s Strongest Man” Mark Henry!

Episodes

Prediction Thursday: Michigan Fires Sherrone Moore, Texas Transfer Portal, Texas WBB Shines, Burrow Frustrated & NBA Emirates Cup

December 11, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is "Prediction Thursday," and college football scandal: the Michigan Wolverines fire Head Coach Sherrone Moore with cause after an arrest for trespassing and an inappropriate relationship with a staffer. Who will Michigan look at to replace him? The Texas Women's Basketball team defeated the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, led by Madison Booker with her first career triple-double. Phillip Rivers is officially an Indian...
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Humpday Gameplan Wednesday: Longhorn Transfer Portal Losses, Chad Scott Exit, All-SEC Snubs & Citrus Bowl Talk

December 10, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is “Humpday Gameplan Wednesday,” and the Texas football team loses more players in the transfer portal. The team moves on from Running Back Coach Chad Scoot. The All-SEC teams were announced; how many Longhorns made the team, and what Longhorn players were snubbed? Texas Women’s Basketball team gets ready for the University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros in Edinburg, Texas. The NFL season is winding down, the Kansas City...
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Turn the Page Tuesday: Texas Transfer Portal Shakeup, Anthony Hill Declares for NFL Draft, Heisman Debate & Big Win for Longhorns Basketball

December 9, 2025 • 78 mins
Today is “Turn the Page Tuesday,” and the Texas Longhorns’ football team gets ready for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl. Anthony Hill decides to enter the NFL Draft; Four Longhorns enter the College Football Transfer Portal. Notre Dame confirms an automatic bid for CFP. Fernando Mendoza is the favorite to win the Heisman Trophy, and Curt Cignetti plays to win. Although Mendoza is the favorite to win the Heisman, who else are deserving can...
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Longhorn Monday: Texas Left Out of CFP, Citrus Bowl vs Michigan, CFP Controversy, Cowboys Breakdown & NFL Weekend Recap

December 8, 2025 • 78 mins
Today is "Longhorn Monday," it's official, the College Football Playoffs games are set, and Texas did not receive an invite as they are now set to play the Michigan Wolverines in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida, on December 31 at 2 PM. We discussed the controversy surrounding the CFP, who we felt should've been included, and who should've been left out. Texas Women's Basketball team dominated the Prairie View A&M U...
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Feel Good Friday: Cowboys Fall to Lions, Championship Weekend Kickoff, Texas WBB Shines & Chelsea Green Joins the Show

December 5, 2025 • 78 mins
Today is "Feel Good Friday." The Dallas Cowboys lost to the Detroit Lions 44-30 behind a super effort from Lions running Back Jahmyr Gibbs with three touchdowns and a stormy night for Cowboys Receiver George Pickens. The college football coaching carousel has started, and the Penn State job remains open. The Texas Longhorns Women's Basketball team dominated the North Carolina Tar Heels 79-64 with a big night from Sophomore Guard Jo...
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WWE Champion Chelsea Green on Her Stardom, Toughest Matches, Her Canadian Wrestling Mount Rushmore, Jade Cargill & SmackDown at The Moody

December 5, 2025 • 12 mins
We have the WWE Women’s Champion and AAA Mix Tag Team Champion, Chelsea Green, to promote WWE SmackDown at The Moody Center tonight. She tells her about her greatness in her WWE career; the hard work and dedication she fought through to reach this pinnacle. She flexes on leading the WWE in media appearances for the year. She explained her growth in wrestling, timing, and effort, which led to this point. She ranks herself on the Mou...
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Prediction Thursday: Texas Longhorns National Signing Day Haul, Cowboys–Lions, Our College & NFL Picks, Chris Paul Turmoil and Spurs WIn

December 4, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is “Prediction Thursday,” and the Texas Longhorns football team had a vast number of signings for National Signing Day. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian made the rounds, speaking with Craig Way and the 3rd & Longhorn crew about the recruiting class, offseason moves, and commitments to upcoming nonconference games. Texas men’s Basketball Team took a rough 88-69 loss to the Virginia Cavaliers. Head Coach Sean Miller said the team...
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Gameplan Humpday Wednesday: Texas Ranked 13th in CFP, National Signing Day Wins, NFL Week 14 Stakes & Rori Harmon Rising

December 3, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is "Gameplan Humpday Wednesday." The College Football Playoffs Rankings were released yesterday, and Texas lands at 13th. We discuss the rankings' implications and the likely scenarios for the Longhorns. Texas Men's Basketball Team plays the Virginia Cavaliers tonight, and Coach Sean Miller explains his team's identity. It's Week 14 of the NFL season, and we discuss how important this week's games are and who they affect. Nat...
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Turn the Page Tuesday: Longhorns’ CFP Case, NFL Contenders, NBA Risers & Texans Win Breakdown

December 2, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is "Turn the Page Tuesday." Now that the regular season is over, the Longhorns wait patiently to see the reveal of their playoff chances. Texas Football Head Coach Steve Sarkisian had some things to say about his team, why the team believes in him, and his case for being invited into the College Football Playoffs. We discuss the contenders and pretenders in the NFL: the legit teams and the ones done. The NBA is starting to ge...
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The World’s Strongest Take: How We’d Fix College Football, Recruiting, NIL, and Coaching Rules Overhaul

December 1, 2025 • 8 mins
“The World’s Strongest Take!” If we were appointed to the College Football Executive Committee, the sport would never be the same. Today on “The Morning Kickoff Show,” we’re laying down our official rule changes to fix recruiting chaos, tame the coaching carousel, and bring some real structure to NIL money. What’s the first recruiting rule we’d overhaul? How would we slow down the nonstop midseason coaching changes? And what’s our ...
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Longhorn Victory Monday: Texas Tops A&M, Playoff Push Begins, Lane Kiffin to LSU & Cowboys Edge Chiefs

December 1, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is "Longhorn Victory Monday," the Texas Longhorns win another rivalry game, 27-17, over the Texas A&M Fighting Aggies. We discuss their playoff chances and the challenges that might prevent them. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian talked after the victory about how proud he was of the team's resiliency. He also gave his input on whether the team did enough to make the playoffs and to navigate the gauntlet of the SEC. The Aggies w...
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Texas Gameplan Humpday Wednesday: CFP Rankings, Texas–A&M Rivalry, Weekly Predictions & Thanksgiving Talk

November 26, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is “Texas Gameplan Humpday Wednesday,” just a couple of days away from the Texas Longhorns challenging the Texas A&M Aggies. The College Football Playoffs Poll for the week has been released. What were the Longhorns ranked? College coaching changes are being finalized. Texas players win some weekly awards. The Texas Men’s Basketball team defeated the Chaminade Silverbacks. We make our College Football and NFL predictions ...
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Turn the Page Tuesday: Longhorns Shift Focus to No. 3 Aggies,Texas Hoops Heartbreaker & NFL Antics Debate

November 25, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is "Turn the Page Tuesday," as the Texas Longhorns turn the page from the Arkansas Razorbacks and move on to Friday's rivalry game to play the #3-ranked Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal Memorial Stadium. Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian discussed Arch Manning's development and keying on third downs. The Longhorns' Men's Basketball team went down to the Arizona State Sun Devils in Maui last night, 87-86, after a late th...
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Longhorn Victory Monday: Texas Tops Arkansas, Cowboys Edge Eagles, and Arch Manning’s Growth Highlights a Big Weekend in Sports

November 24, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is "Longhorn Victory Monday," after the Texas Longhorns defeated the Arkansas Razorbacks 52-37 on Saturday. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian explained how he got the team to regroup after last week's loss to Georgia and dispelled all coaching rumors. He also discussed Arch Manning's growth. Linebacker Liona Lefau needs to learn a better touchdown celebration. The Dallas Cowboys defeated rival Philadelphia Eagles 24-21 on Sunday wit...
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Legends of the Locker Room: Michael Huff on Texas Legacy, Arkansas Rivalry, and His College Football Hall of Fame Journey

November 21, 2025 • 10 mins
"Legends of the Locker Room" Lifetime Longhorn, College Football Hall of Famer, and Lifetime Longhorn Michael Huff. He talks about how special his time at the University of Texas has been.  He gave his opinion on the rival, the Arkansas Razorbacks. He talks about getting ready for his induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. He shares his thoughts on Jahdae Barron's rookie season after Barron praised Huff for his impact on...
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Feel Good Friday: Texas–Arkansas Rivalry Heats Up, Sarkisian Sets the Tone, Texans Sack Josh Allen 8 Times & Elite Longhorns Recruiting

November 21, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is “Feel Good Friday,” as the Texas Longhorns get ready for their gridiron rivalry game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium to face off against the Arkansas Razorbacks. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian talks about informing the players and the importance of being prepared for the rival game. He gave an update on the status of linebacker Anthony Hill and further explained his comments on alleged rumors. He also talked about th...
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Texas vs Arkansas Preview, Sarkisian Rumors, Joe Burrow’s Return & Jalen Hurts Locker Room Drama

November 20, 2025 • 76 mins
Today, "Prediction Thursday," we are just two days away from the Texas Longhorns game at DKR Stadium against the Arkansas Razorbacks. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian is addressing NFL rumors.  Joe Burrow returns for the Cincinnati Bengals. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has issues with his locker room. The Texas Women's Basketball team had a 95-56 victory over the James Madison Dukes last night. The Houston Texans play the ...
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Legends of the Locker Room: Stevie Lee Breaks Down Texas O-Line Struggles, Player Development, and Michael Huff’s Legacy

November 20, 2025 • 14 mins
Today, for "Legends of the Locker Room," we have a host of "Storage Inside the Man Cave" on Lifetime, Longhorn defensive tackle Stevie Lee. He talked about how good Torre Becton, Texas's strength and conditioning coach, has been at the university. He explained the importance of improving Texas's offensive communication to resolve all future issues at the position. He emphasized that we must understand that Texas had significant tur...
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Texas Gameplan Humpday: Longhorns Fall in CFP Rankings, Sarkisian Reacts, and Texas Basketball Dominates Rider

November 19, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is "Texas Gameplan Humpday Wednesday," and the College Football Playoff Poll is out: the Texas Longhorns dropped 7 spots to 17th after Saturday's loss to the Georgia Bulldogs. We hear more from Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian on the issues with the running game and missed opportunities left on the field. The Texas Men's Basketball team defeated Rider last night 99-65. Head Coach Sean Miller talked about his team's play and t...
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Turn the Page Tuesday: Sarkisian Breaks Down Georgia Loss, Cowboys’ Emotional Win, Texas Hoops Prepares for Rider & Lands Austin Goosby

November 18, 2025 • 77 mins
Today is "Turn the Page Tuesday," Texas Head Coach talked to the media about last Saturday's loss against the Georgia Bulldogs. He explained what he saw, what the team needed to improve, and the team's expectations. The Dallas Cowboys got an emotional 33-16 victory against the Las Vegas Raiders last night after the passing of Marshawn Kneeland. The Texas Men's Basketball team faces Rider tonight at the Moody Center. Head Coach Sean...
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