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Texas’ transfer portal priorities come into focus after Citrus Bowl win

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The 2026 transfer portal officially opens tomorrow, and the Longhorns' coaching staff was able to get a nice glimpse of their younger players against Michigan.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: DEC 31 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl Michigan vs Texas | Icon Sportswire/GettyImages

Throughout the past couple weeks of practice leading up to the Citrus Bowl, Steve Sarkisian and the rest of the coaching staff was able to get a much-needed look at their less-experienced players such as WR Kaliq Lockett, RB Michael Terry III, and LB Elijah Barnes.

Now, they undoubtedly have a much better feel for what they actually need to address in the transfer portal over the next two weeks.