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WATCH: Texas RB Bijan Robinson shreds defense for a touchdown during practice

Bijan Robinson doing Bijan Robinson things during Texas’ open practice on Wednesday.

The Longhorns held an open practice to the public on Wednesday evening.

The practice consisted of everything from position drills to 11-on-11 competition, which allowed fans to see who was receiving the starting reps for the first time.

However, if there is one thing for certain that no one needed clarification on, it’s the simple fact that sophomore running back Bijan Robinson is a star in the making.

During the 11-on-11 period, Robinson was making plays the whole time, and even had a very impressive touchdown that showcased his ability to quickly get to the second level. Although they were not in full pads, it would not have mattered if it was tackle, two-hand touch, or flag football because Robinson hit the hole with authority and never turned back.

There were reports that the wide receivers were still struggling yesterday, which is not ideal, considering the season starts in roughly two weeks. However, having Robinson in the backfield, who is widely regarded as one of the top running backs in the nation, is a an absolute luxury for an offense that will be fielding a new quarterback, inexperienced receivers, and a few different offensive lineman.

Texas will rely heavily on Robinson, as they should, but the rest of the offense needs to be much more consistent.

WATCH: Keondre Coburn meets Bijan Robinson in the backfield

During Thursday’s practice, Keondre Coburn, arguably Texas’ best defensive lineman, got hold of running back Bijan Robinson in the backfield.

One of the best parts about fall camp is getting the offense’s best guys going up against the defense’s best guys. Especially with a program like Texas, where talent is on the roster from top to bottom.

During Thursday’s practice, Keondre Coburn, arguably Texas’ best defensive lineman, got hold of running back Bijan Robinson in the backfield.

No. 99 comes out of frame from the right side of the offensive line, before dropping Robinson for a loss. While many may say to protect the Longhorns’ best overall player, hitting people in practice can be fun.

Since it looks like the first-team offensive line is out on the field, it’s safe to say Coburn got past Denzel Okafor fairly easily.

You can watch the full video below:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CSfoM-9A4Ce/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=embed_video_watch_again

Coburn is going to surprise a lot of people this season as one of the best defensive linemen in the Big 12. As a redshirt sophomore, he finished with 4.5 tackles for a loss and one sack. Those numbers are projected to grow under Pete Kwiatkowski’s guidance.

Do not get too used to Robinson getting dropped in the backfield. The preseason first-team Big 12 running back can make something out of nothing, even when it seems impossible.

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