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Michael Taaffe discusses Texas’ mindset, culture ahead of Big 12 title game

The mentality in the locker room is what makes this Texas team so strong.

In media availability on Monday, sophomore defensive back Michael Taaffe spoke on what Texas’ mentality should be this week ahead of the Big 12 Championship game. Continue reading “Michael Taaffe discusses Texas’ mindset, culture ahead of Big 12 title game”

Texas Football Recruiting: Longhorns add pair of Austin Westlake PWOs

Texas added two PWOs over the weekend in running back Zane Minors and defensive back Michael Taaffe.

When recruiting at the University of Texas, keeping in-state players home is the golden rule. Having a pipeline through one of the top football programs in the state in your own city helps the cause.

Texas added two preferred walk-ons over the weekend in running back Zane Minors and defensive back Michael Taaffe. Both are products of Austin Westlake, who is fresh off a 6A-DI state championship and the same high school that Sam Ehlinger attended.

Minors will help with depth problems that the Longhorns have at the running back position. He rushed for an average of 8.5 yards per carry, eclipsing the 1,000-yard mark on the season. Add on 20 touchdowns and Minors was a significant part of the Chaparels’ state championship winning offense.

Taaffe played defensive back for Austin Westlake, gaining attention after intercepting five-star quarterback Quinn Ewers. Over the course of his senior year, Taaffe had 60 tackles, 7.0 which were for a loss. He had five interceptions and a fumble recovery along with 10 passes defended.

With national signing day on Wednesday, Steve Sarkisian will be looking to add more players to his roster. Landing a pair of PWOs from the back-to-back state champions Austin Westlake is a great pick up for the Longhorns.

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