As for what returns for Texas, the Longhorns will have arguably the best defensive player in the country next year in EDGE Colin Simmons, who posted 13.5 TFLs and 11 sacks in the regular season. There are also building blocks with players like Kanu (if he returns), freshman safety Graceson Littleton and sophomore DT Alex January.

The interim defensive coordinator for the Longhorns believes that the team has remained steady despite recent coaching changes.

The site gives the Longhorns a 57.4% shot at winning the Citrus Bowl over the Wolverines on Nov. 28. The site's formula predicts that Texas will beat Texas A&M in the college football Week 14 SEC game this week. The Data Skrive model picks Michigan to win and cover, and the score to go under.

The No. 13 Texas Longhorns close out the 2025 season with a roster depleted by opt outs for Wednesday’s Cheez-It Citrus Bowl against the No. 18 Michigan Wolverines in Orlando at Camping World Stadium.

Loreal brought back some stunning jeans and a burnt-orange coat for a sleek look on the field before kickoff. She wrote, “Back in the sunshine state, Happy Game Day 🤘🏽“ Loreal is from Tallahassee, Florida, hence the reference.