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Texas Longhorns Face Elite QB Gauntlet in 2026
23 Feb
Summary
- Texas faces diverse quarterback talent, from veterans to newcomers.
- Several opposing QBs have limited experience but high potential.
- Key matchups promise intense battles for conference supremacy.

The Texas Longhorns' 2026 schedule features a gauntlet of talented opposing quarterbacks, ranging from seasoned veterans to promising newcomers.
Teams like Tennessee will likely start redshirt freshman George MacIntyre, who has minimal experience but holds potential. Florida faces a competition between Tramell Jones Jr. and Aaron Philo, with both candidates having limited career pass attempts.
Arkansas's KJ Jackson, a highly-rated recruit, enters his redshirt sophomore season with some starting experience, while Mississippi State's Kamario Taylor presents a dynamic running threat. UTSA's Owen McCown, son of former NFL QB Josh McCown, brings steady play from the AAC.
Missouri's Austin Simmons, a multi-sport athlete, will lead an ascending program. Texas State's Brad Jackson had an impressive 2025 season, showcasing dual-threat capabilities.
LSU's Sam Leavitt, a transfer from Arizona State, joins Lane Kiffin's offense. Oklahoma's John Mateer, when healthy, is a dynamic playmaker, especially as a runner. Marcel Reed of Texas A&M is a dual-threat quarterback with Heisman contention potential.
Ole Miss's Trinidad Chambliss is expected to be a top college quarterback, returning after declining the NFL draft. Ohio State's Julian Sayin, a Heisman Trophy finalist, is considered one of the best signal-callers in college football.




