Texas running back Jonathon Brooks tore his ACL in last week’s victory over TCU, ending his spectacular season. In his first full season as the starting back, Brooks rushed for 1,139 yards, 10 touchdowns, and averaged 6.1 yards per carry.
Despite the sophomore going down, Texas can still succeed in the run game with CJ Baxter and Jaydon Blue.
Baxter has been productive when healthy, accumulating nearly 400 yards and three touchdowns this season. For the Longhorns to keep the run game strong, they will need sophomore Jaydon Blue to step in and handle business, which he usually does.
Blue is an exceptionally quick and explosive back but has unfortunately found himself as the third string behind Brooks and Baxter this season. This is Blue’s time to prove that he has what it takes to fill in for Texas despite Brooks’ season-ending injury.
Although Brooks’ injury may impact the Longhorns, CJ Baxter and Jaydon Blue provide a reliable running game.