One of the more disappointing position groups last season was the wide receivers. No one stepped up as a go-to for quarterback Sam Ehlinger despite all of the talent in the room.
The most infuriating part was the constant rotation. No matter the situation, down, distance, or scenario, Tom Herman switched out his receivers for whatever reason. His best pass-catchers at the time would be on the sidelines, leaving Ehlinger out dry.
Luckily, Steve Sarkisian will not hold those same ideologies. He will play his three or four best receivers, regardless of their position. On the depth chart, they will be labeled as X, Z, and H but Sarkisian is more than willing to play two H-receivers if it fits the formation better.
As we look into the future, wide receiver will be one of the most recruited positions by Andre Coleman and Sarkisian over the next few cycles. A near overhaul is needed. SEC-level speed and more elite blue-chip talents are needed in order for Texas to reach the next level.
Here is the status of the current and future of the Longhorns’ wide receiver room.