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The Longhorns got pummeled by the Fighting Irish in South Bend. What did we learn from the game? TexasFootball.com brings you three takeaways from the game.Texas is no closer to determining its QB. Tyrone Swoopes completed just 4 passes on 15 attempts for 68 yards, never settled in the pocket (though it’s not like his offensive line gave him much protection), and seemed quick to tuck and run throughout the night. Jerrod Heard briefly featured and showed signs of being able to move the ball down the field before his night was cut short abruptly by what looked like a head injury. This was not the night of affirmation the coaching staff or fans expected from Swoopes, and the jury is still out on Heard since he wasn’t able to get the reps necessary. In both guys' defense, it was the No. 11 team in the country playing at home and it was able to put pressure on both Texas QBs all night. Texas had eight possessions go three-and-out. The Longhorns seem as rudderless under center as they were in December, and that's what made this feel like a step backward. Texas has been outscored 117-20 in its last three games. Even Jordan Spieth had to laugh to keep from crying:
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