Sports Office 8-7-2026: Texas Camp, NFL Hall of Fame, Kawhi Scandal and Austin FC Win

The Sports Office wraps up the week with Texas football, NFL Hall of Fame talk, the latest Kawhi Leonard controversy and an Austin FC victory. Julian Martinez and Clif Thornton begin with Texas preseason camp, including Cole Hutson’s return to the Longhorns offensive line and what it could mean for Steve Sarkisian’s depth up front. They also discuss Ryan Niblett’s potential for a bigger offensive role, Ryan Wingo’s chemistry with Arch Manning and early impressions of transfer receiver Cam Coleman. The conversation then turns to the NFL as the preseason gets underway with the Hall of Fame Game. Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald headline the Hall of Fame discussion as two of their generation’s most memorable stars prepare to receive football’s highest honor. On the NBA side, new allegations surrounding Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers add another layer to the ongoing salary-cap controversy. The guys discuss what the situation could mean for Leonard, Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and a potential Toronto Raptors trade. Plus, Austin FC opens Leagues Cup play with a 2-0 victory over Club Tijuana as the club looks to build momentum.