Texas Longhorns Team of the Decade: Defense and Special Teams

The breakdown of the defense and special teams Texas Longhorns of the decade.

Safety

DeShon Elliott

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Elliott was roaming the secondary for the Longhorns during the 2015-2017 seasons. In that time he racked up 105 total tackles, 10.5 TFLs, nine interceptions and 13 passes defended. DeShon was named All-American in 2017 and is currently a member of the Baltimore Ravens alongside another former Longhorn in Earl Thomas.

Dylan Haines

Haines played in Austin for three years between 2014-2016. He tallied 161 total tackles, three TFLs, 13 interceptions and 10 passes defended. During those three seasons, Haines was awarded a scholarship after making the team as a walk on.