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I guess the Tyrone Swoops era is over. 24-14 UT at the half.
Lord, I love that name!
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Charlie Strong is in the middle of a complete rebuild at Texas. Laying the foundation is a handful of freshmen starters who so far are making the biggest plays for the Longhorns.
Quarterback Jerrod Heard, linebacker Malik Jefferson and wide receiver John Burt emerged as the top playmakers in the first two games. Throw in four more freshmen starters when Texas (1-1) plays California (2-0) Saturday night, and it's clear Strong has decided youth will carry the Longhorns in 2015.
"I think they felt like when they came in they were going to re-energize the team and take us back to where we need to be. A lot of the older guys have fed off that," junior safety Dylan Haines said.
Heard redshirted last season and finally got his first start last week against Rice. He delivered an ultra-efficient performance with 96 yards rushing and 4-of-7 passing with two touchdowns, including a 69-yard strike to Burt. Heard said getting the start made him finally feel part of the team....
http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/article/Texas-pinning-turnaround-on-freshmen-playmakers-6514349.php
Quarterback Jerrod Heard, linebacker Malik Jefferson and wide receiver John Burt emerged as the top playmakers in the first two games. Throw in four more freshmen starters when Texas (1-1) plays California (2-0) Saturday night, and it's clear Strong has decided youth will carry the Longhorns in 2015.
"I think they felt like when they came in they were going to re-energize the team and take us back to where we need to be. A lot of the older guys have fed off that," junior safety Dylan Haines said.
Heard redshirted last season and finally got his first start last week against Rice. He delivered an ultra-efficient performance with 96 yards rushing and 4-of-7 passing with two touchdowns, including a 69-yard strike to Burt. Heard said getting the start made him finally feel part of the team....
http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/article/Texas-pinning-turnaround-on-freshmen-playmakers-6514349.php
