Three Longhorns make ESPN’s top 50 newcomers in college football

ESPN recently ranked the top 50 newcomers in college football.

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Xavier Worthy, Wide Receiver

Xavier Worthy could very well end up being the best receiver on the roster by the end of the season, as the speedster has already drawn comparisons to Tyreek Hill and Jerry Jeudy. After signing with Michigan, he decided to take his talents elsewhere and has already found himself with the starters in Austin as a freshman. He has been the talk of camp whenever someone is asked about who is standing out, and rightfully so, as he could be the big play threat that Texas has so badly been missing at the receiver position.

ESPN had him ranked as the No. 42 player, which could end up being extremely low, but here is what they said about Worthy:

Worthy signed with Michigan in the 2021 class, but was released from his national letter of intent before even getting to campus. Now with Texas, he has a chance to see a lot of playing time in his first season. He’s explosive and can make plays all over the field, which is exactly what Texas needs on offense.

Finally, a young offensive lineman