The Texas Longhorns have another offensive player that is looking to chase history in their matchup with the Utah Utes. On top of junior quarterback Sam Ehlinger looking to break Colt McCoy’s single-season mark for touchdowns and passing yards, senior wide receiver Devin Duvernay is looking to eye the mark set by McCoy’s childhood friend Jordan Shipley. The duo is aiming to break the records that have stood for the last 10 plus years.
Duvernay is looking to make the move to the NFL following their bowl game and he can make a little noise on his way out. He currently sits second for receptions in a single season, just 13 behind Shipley. Twice this year Duvernay has hit 12 in a game against Louisiana State and Oklahoma State. His game against Texas Tech where the first-team All-Big 12 receiver caught six passes for 199 yards put him in striking distance. Should Devin Duvernay catch Shipley that would tie him with Roy Williams for the 3rd most in a single game, he currently has the mark for fourth most receptions tied with Eric Metcalf.
Another outing like the one against Tech would allow Duvernay to pass Jordan Shipley’s single-season mark for the most receiving yards in a single season for the Texas Longhorns. He is 191 yards away. He would need a big game against the Utah Utes defense. That would be a tall task due to the fact that Utah has the 3rd best team in total defense and pass efficiency defense. The Texas Longhorns offense will have their work cut out for them but its a great opportunity for Duvernay to make his mark and impress the NFL scouts prior to the pre-draft festivities.