Texas Dominates Preseason All‑SEC Honors
The Southeastern Conference recently released its preseason All‑SEC team, a list that not only highlighted the conference’s depth but also underscored Texas’s unexpected surge, as eleven Longhorns earned spots and matched the totals posted by Georgia and LSU.
Among the first‑team selections were linebacker Rasheem Biles, who arrived in Austin after a mid‑season transfer from Pittsburgh, wide receiver Cam Coleman, a recent portal addition from Auburn, and offensive lineman Trevor Goosby, alongside return specialist Ryan Niblett and edge rusher Colin Simmons.
The second‑team roster featured quarterback Arch Manning, offensive lineman Brandon Baker, running back Hollywood Smothers, defensive back Jelani McDonald and long snapper Trey Dubuc, each bringing a mix of experience and high‑profile pedigree to the lineup.
LSU countered with five first‑team honorees, a showing that kept the competition tight and hinted at a fierce battle for the conference’s top spots as the season approaches.
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian has repeatedly voiced indifference toward signing NFL castoffs, emphasizing instead the program’s commitment to player development and internal growth.
The Longhorns are slated to meet UCLA in an October exhibition that will serve as a preview of the upcoming Final Four rematch, while Arch Manning’s 2026 College Football Playoff prospects may hinge on his November performance.
Adding to the buzz, Landon Williams‑Callis was named the 247Sports Preseason Player of the Year for Texas football, further cementing the team’s optimistic outlook.