Kickoff to the season opener against the South Florida Bulls is now down to just 84 days. Longhorns Wire continues the countdown to kickoff for the best players in Texas football history. We continue with the best players to wear 84 and 85.
Number 85
Tom Stolhandske (1950-52)
Stolhandske spent three years with the Texas Longhorns football team. He was named All-SWC End and All-American in 1952. He averaged 15.6 yards per catch over his career with 64 total receptions. However, according to sports-reference, Stolhandske is credited with 61 receptions and a 15.7 yards per reception average. In 1952 he hauled in 30 receptions for 519 yards and five touchdowns. Stolhandske would finish with 61 receptions for 955 yards and eight touchdowns. Texas won the SWC Championships in 1950 and 1952. He was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 1952.
Malcolm Epps (2018-current)
Currently wide receiver/tight end Malcolm Epps wears number 85. Last season due to injuries at the position, Epps was moved outside due to his size. He finished the year with 20 receptions for 232 yards and two touchdowns. Epps touchdown receptions against Iowa State helped the Longhorns comeback late in the game. The catch gave them the lead but ultimately the Cyclones found a way to win the game as time expired. He will be more focused at tight end this year.