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Jahdae Barron ranked as one of the highest graded cornerbacks by PFF College

Due to his play, the talented 22-year-old was ranked the second highest-graded cornerback from a Power Four school by PFF College on Friday

During the Longhorns’ undefeated start, their defense has been one of the best in the country. While everyone on the roster has contributed, one player who has stood out is Jahdae Barron. Due to his play, the talented 22-year-old was ranked the second highest-graded cornerback from a Power Four school by PFF College on Friday.

So far this season, Barron has recorded 12 tackles and added one interception to his highlight reel. The Austin native has made life difficult for quarterbacks, deflecting three passes and recovering one fumble. His play has been vital to a unit, surprising many in the country.

Through four games, Texas has only allowed 22 points. They have also recorded seven interceptions and applied constant pressure regardless of the opponent. With Barron leading the way, the Longhorns have left offensive coordinators baffled every week.

While the season is far from over, Barron appears well on his way to a stellar senior campaign. He was the only play to make PFF’s list and showed on Saturday night against UL Monroe why he received an 89.7 rating. The only player who received a higher rating was Iowa’s Jermari Harris, with a 90.5.

As Barron looks to build on his success, his next test will be a talented Mississippi State receiving core that includes Kevin Coleman Jr. and Jordan Mosley. However it is a challenge Barron is ready for as he has taken his game to another level over the last few weeks.

Jahdea Barron earns spot on Barron Bernardik Award Watch List

On Monday, the talented Longhorns senior made the preseason watch list for the Chuck Bednarik Award.

As Longhorns defensive back Jahdea Barron enters his fifth year at Austin, the expectations are higher than ever. On Monday, the talented senior was placed on the preseason watch list for the Chuck Bednarik Award. Each year, the award is given to the most outstanding defensive player in college football.

In his college career, Barron has played in 41 games, making 23 starts. During the 2023 campaign, he recorded 61 tackles and a career-high six pass breakups. As the Longhorns won 12 games, Barron was a key piece in making life difficult for opponents.

His best performance came in the Red River Rivalry versus Oklahoma, where he was a tackling machine. The Longhorns star had a team-high 11 tackles (five solo) and one tackle for loss. It was one of the two games last season in which Barron recorded at least 10 tackles.

With one season left in his college career, Barron will be looking to make the most of the 2024 campaign. He has also been named to the preseason watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy and honored as a preseason second-team All-SEC selection on defense. His national recognition is unsurprising, as he has been a human highlight reel in Austin.

The Longhorns will kick off their first season in the SEC in just a few weeks. While they are now in a tougher conference, they have a talented roster, with Barron leading the way on defense. If he can replicate his play from last year, then the Longhorns will be in good hands, and Barron could add another accolade to his resume.