Pro Football Focus has singled out quite a bit of Longhorn football players over the past month or so, and another was just included in their most recent list. Texas' dominant pass rusher, Colin Simmons, was officially declared the top returning defensive end in the country over the likes of Clemson's T.J. Parker, Penn State's Dani Dennis-Sutton, and Oregon's Matayo Uiagalelei.
Simmons appeared in all 16 games for the Longhorns in 2024 and led the team in sacks with 9. He also finished second in tackles for loss with 14 as a true freshman. His presence along the defensive line was felt in each and every game,and that's something that can't be said for most 1st-year college players, especially on the line of scrimmage.