League: NCAAF Sport: College Sports Country: United States Category: Recaps

Bob Stoops expresses frustration over brother coaching Texas

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 5:30 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Bob Stoops expresses frustration over brother coaching Texas

Summary

Bob Stoops, former Oklahoma head coach, voiced his displeasure after his brother, Mark Stoops, joined the Texas Longhorns as a special assistant. Bob's reaction follows Texas hiring Mark earlier this offseason. Several Longhorn linebackers were sidelined as the team navigated its first scrimmage amidst a flu outbreak, while the defense reportedly shined. Further analysis of the scrimmage is expected in the coming days as the Longhorns prepare for their season.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Key Details

•Bob Stoops unhappy with brother Mark's Texas hiring
•Texas scrimmage faced linebacker shortages due to illness
•Defense reportedly excelled in first scrimmage
•Further insights on scrimmage performance anticipated soon

Latest Updates

5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Longhorns Daily News: Bob Stoops can’t stand seeing brother wear Texas burnt orange

What they're saying

"
Earlier this offseason, Texas football hired former Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops as a special assistant. Safe to say, Stoops’ brother, former Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops, isn’t happy. WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ABOUT THE LONGHORNS Austin American-Statesman: Several Longhorn linebackers sit as Texas gets through first scrimmage Houston Chronicle: Defense shines despite flu bug thinning […]
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

NCAAF College Sports