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Bijan Robinson named an AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year finalist

The former Texas Longhorn had a productive rookie season despite a limited workload.

Despite a limited workload and shared backfield, former Texas running back Bijan Robinson is a finalist for the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award.

Robinson was second for all-purpose yards by a rookie this season with 1,464, trailing only Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua.

The Atlanta Falcons star was selected with the No. 8 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and has lived up to the hype when he gets the ball. Robinson rushed for 976 yards with 4.6 yards per carry. He also rushed for four touchdowns and caught another four.

Robinson was held back by former Falcons head coach Arthur Smith, where he shared the backfield with fellow running back Tyler Allgeier and utility man Cordarrelle Patterson. Bijan only accounted for 39% of Atlanta’s snaps and should have seen much more. With a new coaching staff in 2024, Robinson will likely be used more.

Here are the offensive finalists for the AP NFL Rookie of the Year award.

WATCH: Bijan Robinson jukes Jaguars defender, has another great game

Former Texas running back Bijan Robinson puts a defender on skates and jukes him in the open field.

Former Texas running back Bijan Robinson is still proving why he was a top pick in the 2023 NFL draft. Continue reading “WATCH: Bijan Robinson jukes Jaguars defender, has another great game”

Former Longhorn DB Caden Sterns cites Texas staff as reason why he struggled

The former five-star and Texas safety did not hold back when talking about what hindered him at the college level.

Social media is often the gift that keeps on giving. Continue reading “Former Longhorn DB Caden Sterns cites Texas staff as reason why he struggled”

DeMarvion Overshown lives his dream in playing for Cowboys, Longhorns

“You have two dreams if you play football at a young age: Play for the Texas Longhorns or the Dallas Cowboys.”

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown is living the dream. The former Longhorns standout and first team all-conference selection can now check playing for his childhood dream teams off his bucket list.

Overshown discussed his football career with Dallas media after being drafted by the Cowboys.

“It’s special. Especially when you think back to when you were a little boy. You have two dreams if you play football at a young age. It’s to either play for the Texas Longhorns or play for the Dallas Cowboys. And I got to do both. So it’s a blessing. … I can’t stop smiling about it. And even when people ask me about it and I say I’m a Dallas Cowboy… it’s crazy, because that’s all I dreamed of being.”

While the talented player is fortunate to play for his top two teams, Overshown has earned each honor he’s been given.

The former five-star prospect was seemingly everything his team needed at linebacker last season. Now, he’ll look to bring that level of dependability to the Cowboys.

Former Texas DT Poona Ford agrees to one-year deal with Buffalo Bills

“Ford turned down more money elsewhere to try to win a ring in Buffalo.”

Former Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Poona Ford is heading to a new NFL team. According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, Ford has agreed to a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills.

Pelissero had the following thoughts on what Ford’s signing means to the Bills franchise and its 2023 prospects for contention.

“One of the top free agents still available, Ford turned down more money elsewhere to try to win a ring in Buffalo. A big (literally) post-draft addition for Sean McDermott’s defense.”

McDermott earned the head coaching position with the Bills after coaching a dominant Carolina Panthers defense in 2015. Now he has a chance to field a strong defense in Buffalo for his high scoring offense led by quarterback Josh Allen.

In the case of Poona Ford, the undersized defender has a chance to shut down the inside of the line of scrimmage for a championship contending team. He could be a piece that helps catapult the Bills past the Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs in the postseason.

Former Texas DB Anthony Cook signs undrafted free agency deal with Kansas City

The Longhorns have now sent seven players to the NFL this offseason, five draftees and two undrafted free agents. 

The Kansas City Chiefs have signed former Texas defensive back Anthony Cook to an undrafted free agency deal following the 2023 NFL Draft. Continue reading “Former Texas DB Anthony Cook signs undrafted free agency deal with Kansas City”

11 former Texas Longhorns to watch in the NFL playoffs

Multiple Longhorns will compete for a Super Bowl this postseason.

The Texas Longhorns are sending several players to the NFL playoffs this postseason. Among them are a couple of players new to postseason play.

Cameron Dicker will see his first postseason game for the Los Angeles Chargers. Presumably, the former Longhorns kicker would choose Philadelphia, the team that cut him, to be his Super Bowl opponent should the Chargers make a run.

After scoring his first NFL touchdown, Joseph Ossai is set to experience his first postseason as a key defensive player for Cincinnati. The Bengals made the Super Bowl last season and have all the tools to make it again.

Devin Duvernay headlines the group of injured Longhorns that may not be able to take the field.

Quandre Diggs, Jordan Hicks, Charles Omenihu and Justin Tucker figure to be the safest bets to perform at the highest level. Here’s a look at a few of the Longhorns that will play this weekend.

WATCH: Former Texas pass rusher Joseph Ossai scores first NFL touchdown

Joseph Ossai achieves another NFL career milestone.

Pass rushers don’t often score touchdowns. Joseph Ossai earned a rare score of his own on Sunday. The former Texas Longhorns standout recorded the first touchdown of his NFL career.

Ossai has seen plenty of expectation and hype since joining the Cincinnati Bengals. An injury derailed his rookie season from the breakout many believed could ensue. This season, the former Longhorn is making the most of his opportunities.

Texas hopes it has a comparable talent on its roster in Barryn Sorrell. Unheralded and underrated, Sorrell is cut from the same cloth as Ossai. The Bengals pass rusher is known for relentless effort. Sunday’s fumble recovery only strengthens that reputation.

Ossai is just one of the Longhorns that will play meaningful football after this week. The Bengals will have a rematch with the Ravens on the same field they won on this week. The skilled athlete is representing his University well at the next level.

Colt McCoy sparks the Arizona Cardinals to a 27-17 win over the Rams

Colt McCoy shined for the Cardinals on Sunday.

The Arizona Cardinals took down the defending super bowl champion Los Angeles Rams on Sunday behind an excellent performance from backup quarterback Colt McCoy.

In place of the injured Kyler Murray, McCoy shined for the Cardinals’ offense. He finished with an efficient stat line, completing 26 of 37 passes for 238 yards and a touchdown without a turnover.

McCoy’s great start helped the struggling Cardinals get back on track over a division rival and stay in the playoff hunt. The 13-year NFL veteran was ready for his name to be called for the first time this season.

“As a backup, you just never know when your opportunity is going to strike. Quite honestly, I want K-1 to be healthy. He’s a phenomenal player. But in this situation, with linemen out, our backs against the wall, in a division game on the road, I dug deep and was proud to go out there and play as hard as I can.”

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Former Texas kicker Cameron Dicker lifts the Chargers over Atlanta

Dicker the kicker plays hero yet again.

Former Texas kicker Cameron Dicker is making the most out of every opportunity this season.

After getting signed by the Los Angles Chargers earlier this week, Dicker nailed a game-winning field goal to lift LA over Atlanta on Sunday. His 37-yard field goal capped off the Chargers’ 20-17 victory.

The kick marks Dicker’s second game-winner in as many starts as he walked off the game for the Eagles back in Week 5.

Dicker the kicker is proving himself to everyone in the NFL. Teams need to give him a full-time starting shot sooner rather than later.

Texas fans are well aware of Dicker’s clutch-kicking ability. He hit multiple game-winners as a Longhorn, most notably his 40-yard boot in the 2018 Red River Showdown. Now the legend of Cameron Dicker is growing at the NFL level.

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