Texas running back Jonathon Brooks is back on the practice field. On Tuesday he was spotted as a ball carrier during the day’s spring practice session.
Brooks’ return is big news for a talented but inexperienced running back room. Though he and Keilan Robinson return after contributing the last two seasons, the majority of carries went to NFL Draft hopefuls Bijan Robinson and Roschon Johnson.
The Halletsville product shined in limited action last season. Brooks ran for five touchdowns on just 30 carries on the year. His 197 rushing yards averaged out to a strong 6.6 yards per carry in four games played.
The high point for Brooks came against Kansas where the emerging talent rushed for 108 yards on 11 carries. His two-touchdown performance punctuated the Longhorns’ 55-14 win over the Jayhawks.
We have given plenty of shine to five-star freshman running back Cedric Baxter, and rightfully so. Nevertheless, the unheralded third year back from Halletsville could be primed for a breakout season in Austin.
#Texas RB Johnathon Brooks was back on the practice after hernia surgery this off-season. Brooks took reps with the 1st team offense. pic.twitter.com/SLRSBgqhaN
— CJ Vogel (@CJVogel_TFB) March 21, 2023