The Texas Longhorns have had mixed results at the quarterback position since Colt McCoy left the Forty Acres. For the most part, the position has left a lot to be desired.
The Garrett Gilbert era of Texas football was short and disappointing. The Lake Travis quarterback was not put in an offensive system in which he could succeed.
After Gilbert came the battle between Case McCoy and David Ash. McCoy was accurate, but lacked the arm strength to elevate the program. Injuries derailed Ash’s promising career.
Aside from Sam Ehlinger, the remaining quarterbacks since Ash have flashed potential but never lived up to the hype. Nevertheless, there is reason to believe the next Texas starter can provide stability the program has lacked at the position.
Here is a list of every opening day starter for Texas since 2013.