Summary
Texas quarterback Trey Owens announced he plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal after Texas signed a new top quarterback, Dia Bell. Owens decided to transfer due to strong competition for the quarterback position, including returning player Arch Manning.
Key Facts
- Trey Owens, a Texas quarterback, intends to transfer to another school.
- Owens is a redshirt freshman with three years of eligibility left.
- He decided to transfer after Texas signed Dia Bell, a highly-ranked quarterback.
- Texas is not in the College Football Playoff and will play in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl against Michigan.
- Owens was originally a top pocket passer in his recruiting class and chose Texas over several other universities.
- Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian argued the team deserved a playoff spot despite three losses.
- Texas finished their regular season with a win over Texas A&M.
