Texas Longhorns Spring Practice Roster Update Revealed
Ahead of the anticipated spring practice for the Texas Longhorns, slated to commence on March 19 and culminate with the Orange-White game on April 20, the university has unveiled an updated roster.
The roster adjustments shed light on several notable changes and developments within the team.
Among the key highlights from the 2024 spring roster:
– Sophomore linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. has seen a significant increase in weight, now tipping the scales at 243 pounds, marking a nine-pound uptick from the previous year.
– Redshirt freshman wide receiver DeAndre Moore Jr. has transitioned from wearing No. 11 to donning No. 0 on offense, succeeding departed tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders.
– Sophomore wide receiver Johntay Cook has assumed No. 1 on offense, formerly held by departed wide receiver Xavier Worthy, while also adding eight pounds to his frame, now listed at 194 pounds.
– Junior transfer wide receiver Matthew Golden, hailing from Houston, will sport No. 2 and stands at 6 feet tall, weighing 195 pounds.
– Notable weight gains have been observed in several players, including quarterback Quinn Ewers, junior nickel back Austin Jordan, and sophomore cornerback Malik Muhammad.
– A slew of early enrollees, such as wide receiver Ryan Wingo, defensive back Kobe Black, and running back Christian Clark, have been incorporated into the roster with assigned jersey numbers and physical attributes.
– Senior nickel back Jahdae Barron has opted to switch to No. 7 in homage to Longhorn legend Michael Huff, a move indicative of his reverence for the program’s history.
– Further additions from transfers and early enrollees encompass a diverse array of positions, including wide receiver, defensive back, linebacker, and offensive line.
The roster update underscores the meticulous attention to detail and strategic planning undertaken by the coaching staff to optimize player performance and team cohesion.
As the Longhorns gear up for spring practice, these roster modifications set the stage for a period of intensive training and preparation, laying the groundwork for a promising season ahead.
