Freddie Steinmark Film to Open Oct. 9

Freddie Steinmark was deemed too small to play college football, even in the 1960’s. His perseverance and determination paid off, however, when he earned a scholarship to play at the University of Texas.

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Getting that scholarship was just the first of many challenges placed in front of the diminutive Steinmark.

Now a film depicting Steinmark and his Texas Longhorns teammates is set to open October 9. A defensive back at Texas, Steinmark was part of the 1969 national championship team.

The film stars Finn Wittrock as Steinmark and Aaron Eckhart as coach Darrell Royal. The film also stars former Longhorns Jordan Shipley, Colt and Case McCoy. In a special tribute of…