My simulations like Texas to win by at least 25 points in coach Tom Herman’s debut with the Longhorns against Maryland. We’re still laying a lot of points, but this is a touchdown worth of value according to my numbers.

There's a new sheriff in Austin. I'm talking about Tom Herman, a QB guru and offensive specialist. Texas QB Shane Buechele will be the beneficiary as well as all of the Longhorn faithful. Herman has so many more pieces to work with in Austin than he did when he took over Houston. Look for the Longhorns to be a high-scoring team all year, and take the Over here.

New Texas coach Tom Herman, a noted offensive maven, has plenty of weapons to work with. They include promising quarterback Shane Buechele and veteran running back Chris Warren III. But Maryland should have a competent offense as well, with an up-tempo attack led by North Carolina transfer Caleb Henderson at quarterback. An experienced backfield is led by 1,000-yard rusher Ty Johnson. Fast-paced offense should dominate the pace of this game and easily send it Over the posted total.

There’s a lot of excitement in Austin with the arrival of head coach Tom Herman.The offense will get a big boost under him. I still have questions about the defense, even though it returns 10 starters. Will the Longhorns be able to stop the run? That's what they’ll see a lot of against the Terps, who boast a deep stable of backs and a strong O-line that can dictate up front. Take the points.