The 2026 Walter Camp Preseason FBS All‑America Teams have been released, and the Texas Longhorns are prominently featured.
Five players from the program earned spots on the list, a distinction that marks the most selections for any single school this year.
Among them, quarterback Arch Manning and linebacker Rasheem Biles were placed on the first team, a surprise that has generated considerable buzz among analysts and fans alike.
Wide receiver Cam Coleman, who transferred from Auburn, earned a second‑team nod, while defensive end Colin Simmons, a standout from the previous season, also secured a second‑team spot.
The Longhorns finished the 2025 regular season with a 9‑3 record, a performance that set high expectations for the upcoming campaign and has heightened anticipation for the September 5 season opener against Texas State.
Manning’s recent showcase in the Citrus Bowl, where he amassed 376 total yards and four touchdowns, underscores the offensive firepower the team brings into the new year.
Biles, who previously led the Pitt Panthers with 101 tackles, 17 for loss and 4.5 sacks, brings a relentless pass rush that could reshape the Longhorns’ defensive identity.
What the selections mean for Texas
The concentration of talent on the preseason teams signals that Texas is positioning itself as a contender for the national title, and the early accolades may help attract top recruits and boost recruiting momentum.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how these preseason honors translate into on‑field production when the Longhorns take the field against Texas State.