Sports Office 7-31-2026: Texas Football, Kawhi Drama & FIFA Expansion

Steve Sarkisian's comments about roster turnover continue to fuel debate as Texas football navigates the NIL and transfer portal era. Julian Martinez and Cliff Thornton discuss which departing Longhorns the program will miss most and whether coaches should be more transparent about roster decisions. The conversation then shifts to the NBA, where Kawhi Leonard's proposed return to the Toronto Raptors is reportedly on hold amid an NBA investigation. The duo breaks down whether the Raptors should walk away from the deal and what the uncertainty means for both franchises. They also tackle FIFA's reported plan to expand the men's World Cup from 48 to 64 teams, debating whether a larger field would create more excitement or dilute one of the world's biggest sporting events. Plus, a quick look at Austin FC's upcoming stretch and its search for a first road win of the MLS season.