Looking Ahead to 2012 (Offense)

The brick-by-brick approach that Texas used this season paid off to a certain extent. The Longhorns posted a 7-5 record, an improvement from last year’s 5-7 abomination but a mark that proves that Mack Brown and Co. have a ways to go before Texas becomes a conference or national title contender again. But with another top-notch recruiting class coming in - one that’s currently ranked No. 1 - and the fact that underclassmen accounted for many of the Longhorns’ biggest contributors this past season, the future looks bright for the Longhorns. Here’s a look at what their depth chart on offense might look in 2012:   Quarterback: 1st string – Case McCoy, 2nd string – David Ash, Others – Connor Brewer, Jalen Overstreet The position behind center was unquestionably the most turbulent in 2011. Incumbent junior Garrett Gilbert beat out three others during fall camp for the starting spot before being ousted by sophomore Case McCoy in Texas' se...