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Texas Fires Coach After Key Player Hits Transfer Portal

Texas Fires Coach After Key Player Hits Transfer Portal

Summary

Texas Longhorns football has fired their running backs coach Chad Scott after key player changes. Backup quarterback Trey Owens and sophomore running back CJ Baxter are exploring transfer options, and linebacker Anthony Hill is declaring for the NFL Draft.

Key Facts

  • Texas Longhorns fired running backs coach Chad Scott.
  • Backup quarterback Trey Owens plans to enter the transfer portal.
  • CJ Baxter, a sophomore running back, is also considering a transfer.
  • Anthony Hill, a linebacker, intends to enter the 2026 NFL Draft.
  • Texas will play against Michigan in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on December 31.
  • The team's run game struggled this season, averaging 3.9 yards per rush.
  • Quintrevion Wisner led the team in rushing yards with 597 yards for the season.
  • Arch Manning, the starting quarterback for 2026, had 244 rushing yards and eight touchdowns.

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