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Texas Longhorns Roster Shake-Up: Key Transfers and Departures

1/10/2026

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Longhorns Roster Shuffle

The Texas Longhorns face significant roster changes as several players enter the transfer portal, including Trey Owens (QB), Kobe Black (CB), Jordan Washington (TE), Elijah Barnes (LB), and Zina Umeozulu (edge rusher).
Owens has committed to Arkansas State, and Black's departure weakens the secondary.
Texas has secured transfers from running back Raleek Brown and cornerback Bo Mascoe as part of a roster rebuild, with the portal open through January 16, 2026.

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Lagway Revives Baylor

DJ Lagway transfers to Baylor to revitalize the program under coach Dave Aranda.
Lagway is a former five-star quarterback who struggled at Florida and dealt with injuries.
Texas secured commitments from Arizona State transfer running back Raleek Brown and several defensive players, including cornerback Bo Mascoe.
Arizona State added receivers to strengthen its passing game for quarterback Cutter Boley.

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Historical Context

The NCAA introduced the transfer portal on October 15, 2018, allowing athletes to transfer schools more easily. This change has led to over 1,000 football players transferring annually, significantly impacting programs like Texas and Baylor, which must continually adapt to maintain competitiveness in college football. The evolving landscape reflects broader trends in athlete mobility and recruitment strategies.

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Longhorns Roster Shuffle

The Texas Longhorns face significant roster changes as several players enter the transfer portal, including Trey Owens (QB), Kobe Black (CB), Jordan Washington (TE), Elijah Barnes (LB), and Zina Umeozulu (edge rusher).
Owens has committed to Arkansas State, and Black's departure weakens the secondary.
Texas has secured transfers from running back Raleek Brown and cornerback Bo Mascoe as part of a roster rebuild, with the portal open through January 16, 2026.

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