... its journey in to the era of the spread offense.

High-scoring offenses were the norm, specifically in the Big 12 conference, where the spread offense boosted the numbers of many of the nation's elite quarterbacks.

The burnt orange boys from Austin followed suit.

Offensive coordinator Greg Davis installed a version of the spread that allowed Colt McCoy to basically control the pace of games with short to intermediate passes that would eventually open up the long bombs.

McCoy put up astronomical numbers, but of course, he had to have players to throw to.

Former Longhorn receiver Quan Cosby had a phenomenal year serving as McCoy's safety blanket.  Cosby finished the 2008 season with 92 receptions ...

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