Texas coach Tom Herman has secured perhaps the most important piece of his coaching staff, as multiple sources told Sports Illustrated that defensive coordinator Todd Orlando has agreed to join him in Austin. Orlando served as Herman’s defensive coordinator in Houston for two seasons, building a reputation as one of the country’s top defensive strategists. Sources said Orlando is expected to sign a three-year deal worth more than one million per year.
With Houston’s season ending on Saturday, two other key coaches will be departing the school for Texas. Houston safeties coach Craig Naivar and strength coach Yancy McKnight have agreed to join Herman, a source told Sports Illustrated.